Cocktail party appetizers & snacks recipes

Spinach Artichoke Dip

The perfect healthy dip for parties or just to munch on. Use spinach, artichoke hearts and cheese to make this quick and tasty anytime appetizer.

Seafood Stuffed Mushroom Caps

You know that store bought Alfredo sauce? The stuff that kind've reminds me of wallpaper paste? Well, I've finally found a great use for it. If you…

Soldaditos de Pavía or codfish beignets

Soldaditos de Pavía, meaning Pavía soldiers, are strips of desalted codfish, marinated in a mixture of lemon…

Spicy Baked Scallops

orgazmic shrimp

A great appetizer, worth the effort of deviening & butterflying the shrimp, may have to slap fingers away while still hot, once people have had a…

Are you ready for some French Bread Pizza for Superbowl?

Here are some tips with a video to help you make something that will please everyone with French Bread Pizza...…

Who knew Guacamole could be so easy (and tasty)?

I must confess that I've never made Guacamole before. It has always been so convenient for others to make or…

Mock Mallo Cup Brownies

A moist brownies with a marshmallow topping that reminds me of Mallo Cups... A childhood favorite with toasted coconut.

Mari's Shrimp Verecruz

Years ago I went to a popular restaurant and the served a Shrimp Verecruz. They eventually closed down and I tried for a long time to duplicate it.…

Roasted Tomato, Basil & Mozarella Bruschetta

This is a slightly modified recipe from Barefoot Contessa's Roasted Tomatoes recipe, see link. Very, very…

Homemade Bagel Bites

A simple recipe everyone including the kids can make!

Grilled Red Peppers & Goat Cheese

This recipe is easy to make and full of flavor. Be careful when rubbing the garlic on the bread. If you do…

Homemade Restaurant Style French Fries

Just like the fast-food fries!

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Cauliflower Pakoras (Fritters)

These savory crunchy morsels can be your next side dish or a popular snack anytime of the day.