These easy to make Italian Croquettes takes a traditional Spanish tapa and adds Italian ingredients. Serve Italian Croquettes as a snack or an appetizer … you won’t be able to stop eating them. We ate this entire batch between the two of us. When Charles and I were in Spain last year, we ate a […]
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Mexican Flatbread
This Mexican Flatbread has bold flavors and plenty of vegetables. It will be a welcome addition at your next party. My recipe for Mexican Flatbread is fun and slightly out of the box appetizer. Flatbread tends to be made with Italian ingredients, but I used leftover ingredients from enchilada night to put a fun twist […]
Ham and Cheese Croquettes
When I was in Spain I had the most delicious Ham and Cheese Croquettes, and I finally learned how to make them at home. These Ham and Cheese Croquettes are crispy crunchy on the outside and filled with a creamy cheesy mixture of manchego cheese and Iberico Ham. This is a traditional Spanish tapa that is […]
What to Make on Super Bowl Sunday
Football has never been my favorite, but I am a huge fan of football foods. With the big game just around the corner, I am sharing a guide of what to make on Super Bowl Sunday. What to Make on Super Bowl Sunday These 12 easy to prepare recipes for snacks and mains will help […]
Mac and Cheese Bites | An Easy Super Bowl Snack
These prosciutto wrapped mac and cheese bites topped with Cheez-It crumbs are a perfect and easy Super Bowl snack. The best part of the Super Bowl is the food. Super Bowl snacks seem to have one major requirement: cheese. This is perfect for me since cheese is my favorite food. Inspired by cheese, and the […]
How to Make Queso and a Game-Day Queso Bar
I am excited to partner with Cabot to share how to make queso and a queso bar – just in time for the big game. I am a proud New Englander. This means that I grew up with two things: Cabot cheddar and a top-notch football team. As we gear up for the big game, I am […]
Blistered Shishito Peppers with a Parmesan Lime Sauce
These Shishito Peppers with a Parmesan Lime Sauce for dipping are an on-trend appetizer to serve at your next party. Shishito peppers are one of the biggest food trends right now, and I am 100% onboard with this trend. I know that everyone says that one in ten shishito peppers are spicy, but I am […]
Butter Bean Hummus
I like this butter bean hummus more than traditional hummus made with garbanzo beans. It has a light fresh taste – it is a taste that reminds me of summer (even when it isn’t). Plus – it takes only one minute to prepare – just add the ingredients to the food processor and blend! When […]
Corn Queso and a Visit to Larson Farms
Inspired by my collaboration with Illinois Farm Families® and my visit to Larson Farms, I created a recipe for corn queso. This creamy cheesy queso is loaded with fresh steamed corn, tomatoes, and green chilies. I didn’t grow up close to any cornfields, and as a result, I have a deep appreciation for fresh Midwest corn. […]
Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad
Roasted Tomato Caprese Salad is an easy twist on a classic recipe. Tomatoes are brushed the pesto, topped with Parmesan, and roasted until the Parmesan becomes crisp. The warm roasted tomatoes are topped with slices of fresh mozzarella and then served. You can eat this on its own, or serve it with a sliced baguette. […]