Especially in summer, marinated mushrooms are a wonderful treat to keep in the fridge. They’re flavorful, healthy… and more than a little bit addictive. What follows is probably my favorite recipe for marinated mushrooms, and with its deep herb and balsamic flavor it tastes just as good in the cold months as the [...]
Before you look at this recipe and think it sounds strange… no! Gazpacho is NOT supposed to be chunky. So if you’re looking for the kind of gazpacho that is more like salsa than anything else, you won’t find in here. In Spain, gazpacho is (in my experience anyway) always smooth. [...]
Shrimp. Lemon. Herbs. Garlic. Butter. If all of these things in the title of one recipe don’t convince you, then this recipe’s not for you. If, on the other hand, you’re like me and you start drooling at the idea of this combination of ingredients, you’ll love this recipe. Basically, [...]
When you have so much meat on the grill, it can be fun to have something a little different. These are tasty, rich little appetizers that are easy to make and even easier to eat. Serve them with honey mustard, ranch dressing, or spicy brown mustard for dipping. You can make up the [...]
While food on the grill tastes wonderful slathered in lots of spices and tangy sauces, something about cooking something over an open flame brings out the best in simple foods, as well. And some foods really shine when prepared with simplicity.
When you grill oysters, they cook beautifully and naturally, and are full of flavor. [...]
These little tapas on the grill make wonderful appetizers or are a perfect part of your main meal. They’re also perfect for a tapas party, served with buckets of wine and beer (or a little sangria) under the summer sun. A perfect addition to a summer barbecue!
For even more flavor, baste these tasty [...]
This is a perfect mild autumn soup. With onion and garlic, it has a rich flavor without being overpowering. Want to make this soup recipe ultra easy? Buy up a rotisserie chicken and chop or shred up the meat instead of cooking your own.
Recipe serves 8 as an appetizer or 4 as [...]
If you love hummus, you’d probably be willing to crawl over a mountain of your slain enemies to get to this hummus. If ever there was a perfectly balanced hummus recipe this is it. With a soft sweetness from the peppers, a bit of spice from the cayenne and garlic, and a creamy [...]
One of my favorite things about the holiday season is the food. While summer has me running around and worrying about how much my legs jiggle in a dress, winter has me covering up and chowing down without a care in the world. And while a mainstay of autumn and winter cuisine is [...]
Canapes are always so fun to eat! These canapes are no exception, and these pretty little appetizers that will impress anybody who tastes one. And while you will probably tempted to eat four or five (or ten!) of these, I wouldn’t suggest it. They’re so rich that eating too many will [...]
