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Artichoke/green olive hummus. Very addicting!

Amazing Artichoke and Green Olive Hummus!

I love hummus and love to try different types. I decided to try my hand ...

A platter of Stiff Arm Stuffed Mushrooms.

Stiff Arm Stuffed Mushrooms

Some of you are probably wondering about my recipe titles. I am in the process ...

This Gyoza Recipe is cabbage and ground pork stuffed dumplings pan fried and steamed to perfection served with a sweet and salty three ingredient sauce.

Gyoza (Japanese dumplings)

This Gyoza recipe is Japanese dumplings stuffed with cabbage, ground pork, garlic, ginger, and green ...

Ham and Swiss Hot Bread Bowl Dip ready to serve.

Ham and Swiss Hot Bread Bowl Dip

I'll warn you this isn't the prettiest looking dish when it comes out of the ...

A platter of Green Bean Casserole Stuffed Mushrooms.

Green Bean Casserole Stuffed Mushrooms

My daughter loves stuffed mushrooms and green bean casserole. This is the best of both.

Instant Pot Dirty Bastard Deviled Eggs

I love boiling eggs in my instant pot. The shells slide right off. You ...

A platter of Spicy Mexican Wraps.

Spicy Mexican Wraps

These are so, so yummy... I have yet to see anyone refuse them, you can't ...

Spreadable cheese on a Homemade Cheese Cracker.

Homemade Cheese Crackers

You can use a mixer or a food processor works very well. Serve these with ...

Artichoke-Topped Portobello Mushrooms on a serving plate.

Artichoke-Topped Portobello Mushrooms

This is a big hit with my family! I serve only 1 mushroom with a ...

Battered French Fries with ketchup.

Battered French Fries

A change from regular fries. These are battered just like when you batter chicken or ...

Crispy golden brown Wonton Chips topped with seasoned salt and Parmesan Cheese.  These chips are perfect for all your favorite warm and cold dips.

Wonton Chips

Crispy golden brown Wonton Chips topped with seasoned salt and Parmesan Cheese. These chips ...

A tasty Avocado Dip or spread made quickly and easily in the food processor in less than ten minutes.

Avocado Dip

A tasty Avocado Dip or spread made quickly and easily in the food processor in ...

A platter of Greek Yogurt Deviled Eggs.

Greek Yogurt Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs are a popular party side dish or appetizer. They're also delicious for breakfast ...

A plate of Lime Shrimp Quesadillas With Adobo Guacamole.

Lime Shrimp Quesadillas With Adobo Guacamole

This is the basic recipe, but please add whatever kinds of veggies, meats & cheeses ...

A platter of Smoking Deviled Eggs.

Smoking Deviled Eggs

I came up with this recipe last night for the football game. The guys had ...

A platter of Shrimp Toast.

Shrimp Toast - My Way

There is a Chinese restaurant here that has shrimp toast on its menu. I dream ...

A platter of Gluten-Free Cheesy Corn Pups with dipping sauce.

Gluten-Free Cheesy Corn Pups

Many of my friends and relatives need to eat gluten-free so I try to develop ...

Asiago Spinach and Artichoke Dip for Game Day with tortilla chips.

Asiago Spinach and Artichoke Dip for Game Day

This is a fave at all parties. I serve it up in a nice bread ...

Lumpia (Meat & Veggie)

Lumpia is a favorite in our household. We make it on special occasions. This is ...

Russian Deviled Eggs garnished with red caviar and a sprig of fresh dill.

Russian Deviled Eggs • Oeufs à la Russe

This colorful & tasty elevated version of the traditional ones is the perfect hors d’oeuvre ...

My version of Bruschetta.  Makes for a really nice appetizer.

Buonissima Bruschetta

This was a recipe from a friend of mine. I have changed it a ...

Roasted Almonds with Garlic and Rosemary

For Thanksgiving, my son served delicious Spanish garlic and rosemary almonds. I am too cheap ...

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