Deviled Eggs

• 10 eggs, hard boiled
• 3-4 tbsp mayonnaise (more if you want it creamier)
• 2 tbsp dill pickle juice
• 1 small dill pickle, diced finely
• 1 green onion, chopped finely
• 1/4 tsp dried mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste (My Mom uses white pepper & celery salt)
• Paprika for garnish 

Crostini with Gorgonzola or Brie, Caramelized Onions and Pear

• 1 large baguette, sliced into thin slices
• 2 tsp of olive oil
• 1 large sweet yellow onion, diced into thick slices
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• Brie cheese
• Gorgonzola cheese
• 1-2 pears. sliced very thin
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Brie and Apple Cranberry Chutney Crostini

• 1 seeded baguette, sliced
• 1 package of double or triple cream brie
• 1 jar of apple cranberry chutney (or whatever flavor you like)

Creamy Clam Dip

Creamy Clam Dip:
Recipe and photos by For the Love of Cooking
Adapted from Gourmet Every Day

• 8 oz of light cream cheese
• 1/4 cup fat free sour cream
• 2 6.5 oz cans chopped clams, reserving 3 tbsp of juice
• 2 small baby bell peppers, finely chopped
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 1 clove of garlic, minced
• 1-2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (not pictured)
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• Sea salt to taste
• 1/8 tsp cayenne

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Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil

 

This is such a simple and classic dish. You can make it with a number of different toppings but favorite is tomato, basil and balsamic on top of a crisp baguette.

Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil:

• 5-6 firm tomatoes, diced very small
• 5-6 basil leaves, cut into very small ribbons (chiffonade)
• 1 small shallot, finely diced
• Drizzle of olive oil, to taste
• Drizzle of balsamic vinegar, to taste
• Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
• 1 clove of garlic
• 1 baguette, sliced into thin slices

Caprese Skewers

Caprese Skewers:

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• Mozzarella balls
• Cherry tomatoes
• Fresh basil leaves
• Olive oil (I used Les Terroirs De Marrakech)
• Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste 

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Caramelized Onion Crostini

This recipe found in cookbook, Tyler's Ultimate by Tyler Florence.  the recipe a bit by reducing the butter and anchovy amounts and by slicing the baguette. The combination of caramelized onions, salty anchovies and Asiago with the tangy olive was amazing! The colors of this appetizer may not be visually stunning but the flavors are. This crostini was a huge hit with everyone 

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Brie Bites

Brie Bites:

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• 2 packages of mini phyllo shells
• 8 oz brie cheese, double cream
• Raspberry preserves
• Apricot preserves

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Pizza Bites

These pizza bites were quick and simple to make and tasted great. The kids loved them and so did the adults. I look forward to trying different combinations of these in the future.

Pizza Bites:

Adapted from Lauren's Kitchen

• Whole wheat pizza dough
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Pepperoni slices
• Feta cheese
• Kalamata olives, halved
• Dried basil, to taste
• Dried oregano, to taste
• Dried parsley, to taste
• Garlic powder, to taste
• Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
• Parmesan cheese
• Olive oil cooking spray
• Pizza sauce or marinara sauce, for dipping

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Chicken Flautas with Jalapeno Jelly

Some leftover roasted chicken to use up and was in the mood for Mexican so decided to bake some flautas.  chopped up the chicken with peppers, onion, garlic, cilantro and seasonings before stuffing it into flour tortillas. 

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Roasted Tomato and Feta Cheese Mini Tarts

These little tarts were so simple to make, had very little clean up and were a huge hit with everyone. The flavor of the salty cheese, sweet tomato and balsamic vinegar, and the flaky phyllo were really delicious.

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Roasted Asparagus with Prosciutto

We all thought it was a really delicious dish. This roasted asparagus makes an amazing appetizer but I think it would also be great as a side dish, especially for a holiday dinner.

Roasted Asparagus and Prosciutto:

Recipe and photos by For the Love of Cooking.net

• 1 lb of asparagus, wooden ends removed
• Prosciutto, sliced into thirds, lengthwise
• Olive oil
• Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste

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Brie and Caramelized Mushroom Mini Tarts

This one was a big hit with everyone. Who wouldn't love a phyllo cup oozing with brie cheese topped with caramelized mushrooms and garlic? These were quick and easy to make and tasted extra delicious.

Brie and Caramelized Mushroom Mini Tarts:

Recipe and photos by For the Love of Cooking.net

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 6 oz button mushrooms, chopped into small pieces
• 6 oz cremini mushrooms, chopped into small pieces
• 3-4 cloves of garlic
• Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
• Double creme brie cheese
• 15 mini phyllo cups
• Fresh parsley, chopped

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Brie served with Crostini and Grapes

Brie served with Crostini and Grapes:

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• 7 oz of Brie
• 4-5 Tuscan bread slices, sliced in half
• Green grapes
• Red grapes

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Mozzarella Bruschetta

From cookbook called Organically Raised: Conscious Cooking for Babies and Toddlers by Anni Daulter. It's filled with healthy and delicious recipes that are healthy, flavorful, and delicious for babies, toddlers, and adults. I loved the combination of crunchy bread, tart balsamic vinegar, garlicky tomatoes, and oozing cheese. Thanks for the beautiful cookbook Anni!

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Zucchini Coins with Marinara and Parmesan

This is new favorite side dish or appetizer. I created these with some of the leftover marinara, panko crumbs, and Parmesan you'll used for the Chicken Parmesan making for dinner. The zucchini coins were simple and quick to make and tasted wonderful! I loved the flavors and textures of this dish with the soft zucchini and marinara sauce, the salty cheese, and the crispy panko. 

 

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Panko Crusted Green Beans with a Soy Garlic Aioli

The restaurant fried their green beans and served them with a flavorful aioli sauce that was fantastic. I decided to recreate a much healthier version at home by baking green beans. They turned out wonderful! They were crisp and crunchy on the outside without being greasy and the green beans were perfectly tender on the inside. I served them with a simple soy garlic aioli sauce made from mayonnaise, garlic, and soy sauce. This dish is best served fresh from the oven.

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Greek Bruschetta

Greek Bruschetta:

• Handful of grape tomatoes, diced
• Handful of kalamata olives, diced
• 1 tbsp toasted pine nuts
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp feta cheese
• Dash of oregano
• Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
• French baguette, sliced
• 1 clove of garlic

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Artichoke Bruschetta

You love the marinated artichokes with fresh basil, grape tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese on the crispy baguette - the combination was fantastic! Simple, quick, and tasty... . For Full Recipe Click Read More Below....

Cinnamon Cheesecake Fondue

I found this recipe in cookbook by Joy Bauer called Slim & Scrumptious. This was a fun and quick dish Needless to say it was a HUGE hit with  kids and they gobbled up every last bite. It was fun for them to eat and it was a great way to load up on fresh fruit. Kids liked to dip the fruit and crackers directly into the dip while other liked to spread the dip on the graham cracker then top it with a piece of fruit - just like a real piece of cheesecake. This one is a keeper! For Full Recipe Click Read More Below....

Strawberry and Mango Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

I made this for my kids' after swimming snack and they LOVED it! They literally ate every bite. My daughter who was convinced that she didn't like mango suddenly loved mango. YEAH! It took very little time to make and tasted really delicious. Thanks to Barbara Bakes for the great recipe.

Grilled Tomatoes Tapenade

The tomatoes have such a wonderful and sweet flavor when grilled while the white balsamic and kalamata olive vinaigrette is tangy and so flavorful. I look forward to making this recipe again and again.