On the 5th Day of Christmas… Serve the stuffed tomatoes by themselves, with crackers or crostini, or among a crudité tray. Another easy and delicious appetizer recipe. Without the crackers, they are a gluten-free alternative. Love the red and green colors of nature. Gorgonzola Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes Cherry Tomatoes Gorgonzola Cheese Pistachio nuts, finely chopped […]
Read MoreOn the 4th Day of Christmas – An EASY Appetizer
On the 4th Day of Christmas… With New Year’s Eve around the corner, we’re celebrating appetizers for a couple of days. The next couple of apps are easy to prepare, gluten-free, and delish! Stuffed Dates with Goat Cheese Dried, pitted, dates Goat Cheese, at room temperature Balsamic Glaze (read the label for assurance of gluten-free […]
Read MoreThe 3rd Day of Christmas
On the third day of Christmas… Thinking up some appetizers for New Year’s Eve? Try our Spinach Balls. We served them on Christmas Eve, and switched them up for our gluten-free friends. The recipe is taken from “MaMa Mia Cucina”, substituting bread for gluten-free bread. A healthier fat may also be substituted, such as Earth […]
Read MoreFlavors of Fennel “Finocchio”
Fennel – What is it? After posting this week’s salad recipe “That’s Italian!”, a friend emailed me and asked, “how do you prepare fennel?” It seems to be one of those veggies that we have seen in the market, or have read in a list of ingredients, and perhaps a little unfamiliar to the palate? […]
Read MoreWhite Bean Hummus Dip
As we approach Labor Day, fond remembrance, an honor to all working friends, and a close to Summer, I created a healthy white bean dip that works well for at-home celebrations, or to grab-and-go as you enjoy the holiday with friends and family. Fresh ingredients are always best for nutritional value and textures, as well as a […]
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