January 2009

2009 Super Bowl Appetizer Extravaganza

January 28, 2009

Looking for some new appetizers for your Super Bowl party? Here’s a list of tried and true appetizer favorites that are sure to be a big hit this Sunday! I’ve included recipes submitted by friends, as well as my own go-to appetizers. Whatever you’re tuning in for – the game, the commercials, the half-time show […]

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Black Bean Nachos

January 28, 2009

This is a quick appetizer that’s easy to throw together. It scales well for two people or for a crowd. If you want a more elaborate nacho plate, you could easily added ground beef, onions, peppers etc. I like to prepare this nacho plate on a rimless cookie sheet because it makes transferring to a […]

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Mexican Confetti Pinwheels

January 28, 2009

Photo courtesy of www.Pillsbury.com These bite-sized appetizers are flaky, spicy and easy to make! They always disappeared quickly when I brought them to Superbowl parties. Like the pesto pinwheels, it’s easier to slice these if you chill the rolled dough for at least an hour. The Mexican pinwheels can be make in advance and reheated […]

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Cheesy Nacho Dip

January 28, 2009

Meaghan sent me the recipe for her quick and easy Cheesy Nacho Dip. The creaminess of the cream cheese blends quite nicely with the spice of the salsa. It’s a breeze to put together and is quite the crowd-pleaser. This dip can be assembled in advance and heated immediately before serving. Serve warm with tortilla […]

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Crab Rangoon

January 28, 2009

Lisa sent me her favorite recipe for Crab Rangoon. Here’s what she has to say about the recipe: “At least according to my Chinese food connoisseur husband, this version tastes just as great as the restaurant kind, and it is MUCH MUCH healthier. We usually use imitation crab meat rather than real crab meat. We […]

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Pesto Pinwheels

January 28, 2009

My cousin Sue regularly brings these pesto pinwheel appetizers to family gatherings. These appetizers are light and flaky and have a delicious pesto and Parmesan flavor. They’re best when served warm. However, they can be made ahead of time and reheated immediately before serving. Pesto Pinwheels Pepperidge Farm puff pastry sheets (package of 2) 7 […]

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Bacon and Cheese Log

January 28, 2009

Danielle sent me her Bacon and Cheese Log recipe. It’s an old family favorite. According to Danielle, “This recipe dates back to 1973 in our family and came to us from our great friends and neighbors across the street from the house I grew up in. I can remember eating it as a very young […]

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Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball

January 28, 2009

My cousin Debbie usually makes this Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Ball for family gatherings. It’s sweet, but not too sweet, and is a nice contrast to other savory appetizers. Full-size graham crackers (pictured above) or miniature graham sticks make fun dippers. Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup butter, […]

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Chicken Taco Salad

January 25, 2009

This Chicken Taco salad has become one of my new favorite lunches. As you may have gathered from my previous postings, I’m a big fan of Mexican flavors. This isn’t so much of a recipe as it is a quick and easy meal idea. The chicken taco salad is simple, tasty and filling. I use […]

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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

January 24, 2009

I haven’t baked in nearly a month. After my Christmas baking extravaganza, I decided that I needed to take break from sweets and embarked upon a one month baking moratorium. Entertaining or bringing goodies to a friends home were the only exceptions to my rule. We had company tonight, so I could bake with a […]

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