Deviled Eggs
This is a classic appetizer. Whenever they show up at a party they don’t last for long. They are also easier to make than you think, as long as you take your time. The name comes from the mustard used to give the yolks some …
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Sweet & Salty Snack Mix
This sweet and salty combination fits in with the autumn colors and makes a big enough batch to last for a weekend reunion.
Cowboy Candy (Candied Jalapenos)
These pack a flavor punch, and tastes great as an hors d’oeuvres or as a condiment on sandwich. It’s the ultimate combination of sweet and heat.This recipe was inspired by Chili Pepper Madness, Homestead & Chill, and BellyFull.
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
When you are carving your pumpkin(s), or your decorative pumpkins have served their purpose, don’t throw the seeds away. Making a tasty and healthy snack out of the seeds is easy to do.
Bruschetta Tomatoes
When you have a lot of tomatoes from the garden, especially cherry or grape tomatoes, here’s another way to put them to good use. With these prepared in your cupboard, you can easily make some bruschetta as an appetizer for your Italian dinner.
Baja Fish Tacos
These fish tacos are a signature dish for San Diego, similar to Chicago Deep Dish Pizza or Kansas City BBQ. The key here is fresh – fresh fish, crispy cabbage, lime juice, cilantro. The beer batter is excellent, crispy on the outside and soft on …
Baja Sauce
If you’ve had authentic fish tacos, this is the sauce that was on those tacos. This flavorful sauce is also delicious on fried or grilled chicken and could even be used as a salad dressing if you like. If you would like to make this …
Fajita Stir Fry
This is a quick to make cast iron recipe that only requires a little planning ahead with the marinade. The key is the marinade, you can make with this with many combinations of meat and vegetables. You could serve it over rice or over noodles, …
Rode Kool – Red Cabbage with Apples
My Mom used to make this often when I was a kid, because it was one of Dad’s favorites. It is a delicous combination of sweet & sour with warm Dutch spices. It goes great with Dutch Spiced Beef and many other dishes.This dish was …