European cocktail party side dishes recipes

My grandmother's migas

A very traditional Spanish dish, originally shepherd's fare, of diced bread stir-fried with chorizo, ham and paprika

Linguine with Fresh Tomatoes

Since we can have great tomatoes year around, we can always enjoy their fresh flavor this way. Remember: Never store your fresh tomatoes in the…

Alfredo Potato Finger Fries

Parmesan-Coated Sweet Potato Fries

These are oh so delicious, and super kid friendly !! My grandson still calls them "Nonnie's Cool French Fries"

Baked Eggplant Parmesan

Cookinglight Awesome recipe that I have tried and enjoyed with my friends!

Italian Rice Balls

Spatzle

Spatzle

Stuffed Artichokes

I will never forget the first time I ate Stuffed Artichokes.......It was love at first site......25 years later I still make it the same way my mom…

BBQ Party: Juicy Clams & Mussels In Truffle Oil & White Wine

My Magic Potion: I thought it would be a great idea to try out my new Truffle Oil & indeed, it worked wonders.…

Tostones (aka Fried Plantains)

As a Puerto Rican, we make these plantains often. They are twice fried giving them extra crunchiness. Just add a pinch of salt and garlic salt and…

PAPPARDELLE

PAPPARDELLE

Spaghetti sea food

Spaghetti sea food

Sun dried tomato pesto

Sun dried tomato pesto

Potato puree

Potato puree

Pesto sauce

Pesto sauce