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Spicy Bacon Fried Green Tomatoes

Spicy Bacon Fried Green Tomatoes

Beth Kemper sends us this yummy recipe for a Fried Green Tomatoes, topped with bacon , goat cheese and jalapeños… and served with a variety of hot sauces for that little extra “ooomph”!  I love her addition of fried jalopenos – if you’ve never had those, they are great. Here’s Beth’s how-to on making them, complete with step by step photos. Fried Green Tomato…

Baked Brie with Caramelized Onions

Baked Brie with Caramelized Onions

Looking for something impressive to serve the next time you’re entertaining?  Look no further than Mădălina’s Baked Brie with Caramelized Onions, over at Duhlicious. Caramelized balsamic onions coax the mild brie to create a rich and sumptuous appetizer that will tease your taste buds. I really enjoy the flavor combination of the balsamic with the caramelized onions– it adds the perfec…

Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust

Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust

If I’m ever in need of something to put in the Spotlight, it’s a pretty safe bet I’ll find something awesome at Foodwhirl friend Talk of Tomatoes.  I spotted these over there and thought “What a fabulous idea!”…  I love the idea of combining these flavors. Janelle writes: You can make a whole cheesecake, individual tarts or bite-size tartlettes. I had a similar des…

Sweet Potato Mini Tarts

Sweet Potato Mini Tarts

So the Fall Entertaining Season begins!  I adapted this from my full sized sweet potato casserole with cranberry-macadamia topping .  It’s a great party dessert / appetizer.   Here’s how you make the Tartlet Shells… they were very easy and inexpensive to make, but if you’re pressed for time, you can use any type of pre-made appetizer shells for this recipe. The same ideas can o…

How to Make Temarizushi (ball-shaped sushi)

How to Make Temarizushi (ball-shaped sushi)

Foodwhirl fave La Fuji Mama has a how-to on making temarizushi (ball-shaped sushi). I’ve never tried this, but it looks like a great appetizer idea! I made temakizushi (cone-shaped hand rolls) to order and salmon temarizushi (ball-shaped sushi). I love temarizushi. Not only are they fun and easy to make (especially with my handy-dandy little trick that I’m going to share with you), but they make a…

Creepy Halloween Food Roundup

Creepy Halloween Food Roundup

Into interesting Halloween Food?  Check out Superpunch’s awesome roundup of spooky Halloween eats! (Several of my own creations are in the list, so keep an eye out for them!) Here’s a few photos from the Roundup to whet your appetite, but head on over to read the whole thing and get the info on making these fun treats.

Great appetizer ideas using Fried Green Tomatoes

Great appetizer ideas using Fried Green Tomatoes

Another yummy food find from Perry’s Plate… Fried green tomatoes presented in two different ways… both of which would make fabulous appetizers for your next dinner party!  Fried Green Tomatoes on Polenta Rounds with Bacon, Peppers, and Onions &  Fried Green Tomatoes with Caramelized Onion.  If you’ve never had Fried Green Tomatoes, you really should give them a try. Th…

Great Appetizer Idea: Parmesan Cups

Great Appetizer Idea: Parmesan Cups

Sorry to be a slacker, but it IS a holiday weekend… Here’s a great idea from Duhlicious, for tiny ‘cups’, perfect for filling with the appetizer of your choice!  great idea… and easy.   [Related: We've done a tiny cup out of pastry for appetizers here: Party Food Basics: Appetizer Shells] Parmesan bowls can be used as a vessel for a variety of dips or small salads, and serve…

Appetizer Fun: Sushi for Dessert?

Appetizer Fun: Sushi for Dessert?

April Fools is coming up, and what better way to celebrate with food that’s a little bit unexpected!?  This is a version of ‘Sweet’ Sushi that I’ve made for the past several years, and not only is it delicious & not TOO unhealthy, it’s unique and a lot of fun!  And vegetarian, too — no fish were harmed in the making of it.  If you’re doing an April Fools Party,…

Guestwhirl! Zesty Twice Baked Potatoes

Guestwhirl! Zesty Twice Baked Potatoes

A big thanks to reader Melissa (@ladyvella) for submitting this easy, tasty, and money saving idea!  These would be great as a side dish, or if cut smaller, party appetizers. About Melissa: “When I am not organizing cyber-clutter as a database administrator, I am changing diapers and taking care of my adorable daughter at our home in the Atlanta metro area. My food journey started as so many do, with…

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