Learn how to make the best authentic shrimp ceviche with avocado in this easy Mexican appetizer recipe. Ceviche is traditionally made with red snapper, but can be made with other varieties of fish as well as shrimp. When making shrimp ceviche, it’s important to blanch the shrimp first to kill the bacteria they naturally carry. […]
Appetizers
Bacon & Herb Pine Cone Cheese Ball Recipe
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Learn how to make the best pine cone cheese ball recipe with bacon and fresh herbs in this easy appetizer recipe. People are always stunned with how beautiful this cheese ball is – it can be a centerpiece on its own because it always sparks conversation! It’s easier to make than it looks and it’s […]
Philly Cheesesteak Potato Skins Appetizer Recipe
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I love recipes that can have multiple purposes. These Philly Cheesesteak Potato Skins can be served as an appetizer or as a meal! I used to eat sandwiches often before going gluten free, so sometimes I miss eating them. While I typically ate cold sandwiches, living in San Diego, sometimes I’d enjoy a hot Philly […]
The Best From Scratch Spinach Dip
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Spinach dip is always a popular appetizer at summer barbecues. I’ve recreated my classic spinach dip recipe without using packaged vegetable soup mix to make it healthier! I think most people have a handful of appetizers and side dishes they turn to when they need to bring a dish to a potluck or barbecue. One […]
How to Make the Best Tex Mex Guacamole
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Are you looking for an amazing appetizer for your Cinco de Mayo celebration? This Tex Mex Guacamole is delicious, filling and super easy to make! I grew up in San Diego where Mexican food was a huge staple of my diet. The first time I tried Tex Mex, I’ll be honest, I was abhorred. It […]
Easy Caprese Stuffed Mushrooms Appetizer
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Stuffed mushrooms of all kinds make the best vegetarian appetizers. This easy Caprese Stuffed Mushroom recipe is a deliciously healthy twist on the classic Italian salad. I love my appetizers. Seriously. I can be perfectly happy making an entire meal out of appetizers and starters. My daughters and I have always called those our tea […]
Quick & Easy Egg Drop Soup Recipe
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Have you been wondering how to make egg drop soup? Our easy egg drop soup recipe makes the best healthy lunch with authentic Chinese flavor. We love Chinese food, so I decided to learn how to make egg drop soup (get more Chinese cooking tips). It’s always such a delicious appetizer at Chinese restaurants, but […]
How to Make Hummus with Mexican Flavors
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Learn how to make the best Mexican Hummus dip in this easy appetizer recipe. Have you ever wondered how to make hummus and whether it’s easy enough to do yourself? Making hummus at home is so easy and much less expensive than buying pre-made hummus at the store. Plus you can control the ingredients! Most […]
Sweet & Spicy Baked Brie Recipe
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Learn how to make the best baked brie appetizer in this easy cast iron skillet recipe. The heat and sweet of hot pepper jam tastes delicious over creamy brie cheese. One of my go-to simple appetizers is crackers and cheese. Since taking French in high school, I fell in love with Brie. I’m pretty sure […]
Cream Cheese & Bacon Deviled Eggs
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I have come to love many things as an adult that I didn’t enjoy as a child. Deviled eggs are one of those things. The first time I decided that I liked them is when we prepared them using my mother-in-law’s recipe. My husband has always enjoyed them and I never understood why until that day. From […]
Southwest Cheese Ball Recipe
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Learn how to make the best Southwest Cheese Ball with Mexican flavors in this easy appetizer recipe. I hang out at the food table at pretty much every party I attend because I just can’t get enough of appetizers. I never did love cheese balls because I didn’t like the typical flavors used. So I […]
Fresh Herb Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
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Learn how to make the best Fresh Herb Cream Cheese Dip in this easy appetizer recipe. It’s perfect for enjoying chopped veggies from your garden, CSA box or the Farmer’s Market. I love dips. Any kind of dip. I especially love dairy filled dips I can use with my favorite veggies. One of my favorite […]
Gluten Free Zucchini Fritters Recipe
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Learn how to make the best gluten free Zucchini Fritters in this easy appetizer recipe. These veggie fritters also make a kid-friendly summer side dish! It seems like every summer we have an abundance of zucchini, whether that’s from our CSA produce box or the garden. One recipe I have made for over a decade […]
Shrimp Salad Bites Appetizer
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Are you looking for a delicious low carb appetizer recipe? These Shrimp Salad bites are yummy, easy to make and keto friendly! I totally have a weakness for seafood. I don’t know what it is, but I love it. Shrimp is one of my favorites, but it has to be prepared right. I like making […]
Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball Recipe
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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. There are some delicious party food dishes that just scream that it’s the holidays. Turkey, mashed potatoes, ham, green bean casserole, pumpkin pie and so much more. Appetizers are one of my favorite things to make because appetizers bring […]
Easy Appetizers: Caprese and Antipasto Skewers
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Are you looking for a delicious appetizer to bring to a party? These caprese & antipasto skewers are easy appetizers to make on short notice! And they’re delicious too! I love appetizers for holiday parties because they’re easy to make, there isn’t as much clean up as with a full meal and there are lots […]
Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates Recipe
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These bacon wrapped dates could be served as an appetizer or a dessert. And you can also experiment with what you stuff them with. I used a hard Kerrygold cheese, but you could do any number of cheeses or nuts. Your holiday guests are sure to delight in these tasty treats! Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates […]
Easy Gluten Free Almond Flour Muffins
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Since going gluten free a few months back, one of the many things on my to-do list is learning to bake all over again. Muffins are such an easy grab and go food item, that it was first on my list to tackle. A friend of mine had shared a recipe for Paleo Muffins a […]
