Appetizers

Prep Time: 15 mins | Additional Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 25 mins | Yield: 2 Servings

This recipe will always have a very special place in my heart! This was my Grandma’s recipe. I know that you probably have your recipe for Cucumber Salad as well, but I’m telling you, have got to give this one a try! My Grams only used fresh ingredients for this when we were little. I guess this is the reason why I love eating healthy foods. Whenever we had a get-together, my Grams never failed to serve this delicious salad! This salad is best served with grilled meat. Oh, man, you are so in for a treat! I have listed all the ingredients and directions so all you need to do is to follow them step by step and you are good to go! By the way, feel free to add more ingredients if you wish. I am sure that you can do a lot with this very simple recipe. Have a beautiful day, friends, and I hope you all love and appreciate this recipe today. Don’t forget to share it with your peers as well. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

¼ c tamarind juice
1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 tbsp chopped peanuts
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 ½ tsp brown sugar
1 tsp fish sauce
¾ tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp toasted Asian sesame oil
¾ tsp minced fresh ginger root
1 cucumber, thinly sliced

Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, add the cilantro, tamarind juice, rice vinegar, peanuts, fish sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and ginger. Stir until well combined.

2. Add the cucumber and stir until well mixed.

3. Cover the entire bowl and place it inside the fridge to chill for about 10 minutes.

4. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 112.9 | Protein: 2.1g 4% | Carbohydrates: 17.6g 6% | Dietary Fiber: 1.6g 6% | Sugars: 5.4g | Fat: 4.8g 7% | Saturated Fat: 0.7g 4% | Vitamin A Iu: 672.6IU 14% | Niacin Equivalents: 1.2mg 9% | Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 6% | Vitamin C: 4.3mg 7% | Folate: 17.5mcg 4% | Calcium: 30.7mg 3% | Iron: 0.7 g 4% | Magnesium: 34mg 12% | Potassium: 264.5mg 7% | Sodium: 223.1mg 9% | Calories From Fat: 43.5

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Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 20 mins | Yield: 8 Servings

This Cheesy Garlic Bread will surely make your day! A big thanks to my sister, Heather, for this awesome recipe! I have listed all the ingredients and directions so you need to do is to follow them step by step and you are good to go! Feel free to add more ingredients if you prefer. Oh, man, you are so in for a treat! By the way, don’t forget to share this recipe with your loved ones. I am sure that they are going to love it as well! Have a wonderful day, friends, and I hope you are all well today. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 loaf of French bread
1/2 c butter softened
2 tbsp chopped parsley divided
5 cloves garlic minced
1 c fresh grated Mozzarella cheese
1/2 c fresh grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 c fresh grated Parmesan Cheese

Directions:

Step 1: Slice the bread into two.

Step 2: Line with aluminium foil on a baking sheet.

Step 3: Arrange the bread slices onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4: In a mixing bowl, add chopped parsley, melted butter, and minced garlic. Stir until well combined.

Step 5: Spread each half of the bread with the mixture.

Step 6: Add the cheese into a mixing bowl, then whisk until well mixed.

Step 7: Sprinkle the cheese mixture and the rest of the parsley over the bread.

Step 8: Place it inside the oven and bake for about 10 minutes at 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.

Step 9: Broil for 2 more minutes or until done.

Step 10: Remove from the oven let them rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes.

Step 11: Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

Serving: 2slices, Calories: 400kcal

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Prep Time: 5 mins | Total Time: 5 mins | Yield: 4 Servings

I have never tried anything like this before! I am so glad that I gave it a try because I never would have tasted perfection! Oh, man, you need this in your life! I have listed all the ingredients and directions so all you have to do is to follow them step by step and you are good to go! Feel free to add more ingredients though if you prefer. I am sure that you can do a lot with this very simple recipe. By the way, don’t forget to share this recipe with your loved ones as well. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

If Using Dried Spices:

½ tbsp dried basil
½ tsp dried thyme
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp dried rosemary
¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional

If Using Fresh Herbs:

1 tbsp fresh basil chopped
1 tsp fresh oregano chopped
½ tsp fresh thyme chopped finely
¼ tsp fresh rosemary chopped finely
¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional

OTHER INGREDIENTS:

1 c extra virgin olive oil please read the post for my favourite supermarket brands
3 cloves garlic minced
½ tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tbsp parmesan cheese
Salt & pepper

Directions:

Step 1: In a mixing bowl, add all the ingredients for the herbs/spices.

Step 2: Add olive oil and stir until well combined.

Step 3: Add the Parmesan cheese, garlic, and lemon juice. Stir until well blended.

Step 4: Serve this delicious dip with your crusty bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 1973kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 219g | Saturated Fat: 32g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 184mg | Potassium: 89mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 179mg | Iron: 4mg

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Prep Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 2 hrs 18 mins | Yield: 48 Servings

These heavenly rolls are what you just might need today! Oh, man, you have got to give this recipe a try. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

2 1/2 to 3 c Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 c sugar
1/4 c shortening
1 tsp salt
1 pkg regular or quick active dry yeast
1/2 c very warm water (120°F to 130°F)
1/2 c very warm milk (120°F to 130°F)
1 Egg
Butter or margarine, melted

Directions:

Step 1: In a mixing bowl, add sugar, 2 cups of flour, yeast, and salt. Whisk until well combined.

Step 2: Add warm milk, egg, and warm water. Beat until well combined.

Step 3: Add the rest of the dough and beat until well mixed.

Step 4: Sprinkle flour on a flat surface and put the dough on it. Knead until the texture becomes smooth.

Step 5: Apply cooking spray in a mixing bowl, then put the dough in it.

Step 6: Cover the dough and allow it to rise for 1 hour in a warm area.

Step 7: Apply cooking spray into two 9×1 1/2-inches round pans.

Step 8: Divide the dough into two, then slice each cut to about 24 even pieces.

Step 9: Form balls out of the dough slices.

Step 10: Arrange the balls of dough into the prepared pans, then brush each top with butter.

Step 11: Cover them again and allow them to rise for 30 more minutes.

Step 12: Prepare the oven and preheat to 200 degrees C or 400 degrees F.

Step 13: Place the dough slices inside the preheated oven and bake for 18 minutes or until they turn golden brown.

Step 14: Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

Calories 55 | Calories from Fat 20 | Total Fat 2 g | Saturated Fat 1 g | Cholesterol 5 mg | Sodium 60 mg | Potassium 20 mg | Total Carbohydrate 8 g | Dietary Fiber 0g | Protein 1 g | Vitamin A 0% | Vitamin C 0% | Calcium 0% | Iron 2%

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Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 18 mins | Total Time: 38 mins | Yield: 8 Breadsticks

These heavenly treats are super good! Try this recipe now and you are so in for a treat. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

BREADSTICKS DOUGH

1 1/2 c part-skim low moisture shredded mozzarella cheese
2 ounces full-fat cream cheese
1 1/3 c super-fine almond flour*
2 tablespoons coconut flour
1 1/2 tablespoons aluminium-free baking powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
3 large Eggs one egg is reserved for egg wash

GARLIC BUTTER TOPPING

2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon parsley finely chopped

Directions:

Step 1: Prepare the oven and preheat to 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.

Step 2: Line with parchment paper a baking sheet.

Step 3: Add the coconut flour, almond flour, garlic powder, baking powder, and onion powder into a small mixing bowl. Whisk until well combined.

Step 4: In a microwavable bowl, add cream cheese and mozzarella cheese. Place it inside the microwave and heat it until melted. Stir until well mixed, then allow it to cool completely.

Step 5: In a food processor, add 2 eggs, flour mixture, and cheese. Pulse until well mixed.

Step 6: Transfer the dough to a large plastic wrap. Cover and knead the dough until it forms into a ball.

Step 7: Line with plastic wrap on a pastry board.

Step 8: Lay the dough onto the lined pastry board and divide it into 8 even cuts.

Step 9: Roll each cut into sticks.

Step 10: Whisk the last egg, then brush each roll with it.

Step 11: Place the sticks inside the preheated oven and bake until done.

Step 12: Meanwhile, place a saucepan on the stove and turn the heat to medium.

Step 13: Add butter and oil, then allow them to melt and become hot.

Step 14: Add the garlic and sauté until slightly toasted.

Step 15: Remove the breadsticks from the oven and brush each with the garlic butter.

Step 16: Sprinkle a generous amount of Parmesan cheese on top.

Step 17: Put them back inside the oven and bake for 3 more minutes or until the cheese has melted completely.

Step 18: Serve warm with marinara sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

Serving: 1 breadstick, Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 20g | Saturated fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 194mg | Potassium: 279mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 325iu | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 329mg | Iron: 1.3mg | Net carbs: 5g

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Yield: 2 Servings

I love this recipe so much! If you are looking for a new and easy recipe to try for today, then you have got to give this one a try! I have listed all the ingredients and directions so all you need to do is to follow them step by step and you are good to go! By the way, feel free to add more ingredients if you prefer. I am sure that you can do a lot with this recipe. Don’t forget to share this with your peers as well. I am sure that they are going to love this as well. Have a wonderful day, friends, and I hope you all love and appreciate this very simple recipe. Lastly, serve these breadsticks with your favourite cup of coffee and you have yourself a snack to remember! Enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 c shredded mozzarella
1 c shredded parmesan cheese
1 Egg
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions:

Step 1: Prepare the oven and preheat to 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.

Step 2: Line with parchment paper a baking sheet.

Step 3: Add the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, and garlic powder into a large mixing bowl. Whisk until well combined.

Step 4: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly.

Step 5: Place it inside the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes.

Step 6: Broil for a few more minutes until the cheese turns brown.

Step 7: Remove from the oven.

Step 8: Use a pizza cutter to slice it into even cuts.

Step 9: Garnish with parsley, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.

Step 10: Serve with marinara sauce and enjoy!

Note:

1. Feel free to mix mozzarella with cheddar cheese.

2. My only advice to you is to be very generous with the amount of cheese that you are going to add.

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Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 20 mins | Yield: 4 to 6 Servings

This incredible recipe is what you just might need today! Try it and prepare to be amazed! Feel free to add more ingredients if you prefer. Have a blessed day, friends, and I hope you are all well today. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

2-3 small to medium-sized zucchini, sliced lengthwise in approximately 1/4
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 Eggs, beaten
1/4 cup milk
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2-inch olive oil, extra virgin in a skillet
dipping sauce (ingredients in instructions)

Directions:

Step 1: Place a skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium.

Step 2: Add the oil and allow it to become hot.

Step 3: Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch cuts.

Step 4: Season the zucchini slices with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5: In a mixing bowl, add milk and eggs. Beat until well mixed.

Step 6: In another mixing bowl, add the flour, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well mixed.

Step 7: Dip each zucchini cut into the egg mixture. Make sure to coat them well.

Step 8: Dip each coated zucchini cut into the flour mixture.

Step 9: Add them into the hot oil and cook until done.

Step 10: Place them onto a clean plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 11: Serve with your preferred dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Notes:

Holly’s Dipping Sauce:

Mix 1 tablespoon of horseradish and 1/2 cup of mayonnaise.

Horsey Ketchup Sauce:

Mix 1 tablespoon of horseradish and 1/2 cup of ketchup.

Ranch Dill Dip:

Mix fresh dill and 1/2 cup of ranch dressing.

Cucumber Ranch and Herb Dip:

Mix 3 sprigs of cilantro, oregano, 1/2 cup of ranch dressing, and 1/4 cup of cucumber.

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Prep Time: 2 hrs 45 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 3 hrs 5 mins | Yield: 16 Servings

These heavenly treats will surely make your day extra special! Oh, man, you have got to try this recipe, I’m telling you! Serve these rolls with your favourite cup of coffee and you have yourself a snack to remember. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 package active dry yeast (equals 2 1/4 tsp)
1/4 cup warm water
1/3 cup white, granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup hot milk
1 Egg, lightly beaten
4 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
2 Tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing rolls)

Directions:

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, add warm water and yeast. Stir until well mixed. Allow the yeast to rise for 10 minutes.

Step 2: In another mixing bowl, add hot milk, sugar, 1/4 cup of butter, and salt. Stir until well combined. Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature.

Step 3: Pour the milk mixture into the risen yeast as well as one egg and flour. Beat until well combined.

Step 4: Brush with melted butter in a mixing bowl, then transfer the dough into it. Cover and allow the dough to double its size for 1 hour 30 minutes.

Step 5: Knead the dough and slice it into four cuts.

Step 6: Slice each cut into four.

Step 7: Form small balls out of the sliced dough.

Step 8: Brush with butter a 13x9x2-inch baking pan.

Step 9: Arrange the balls onto the prepared baking pan.

Step 10: Cover the balls again and allow them to rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 11: Place them inside the oven and bake for 20 minutes at 190 degrees C or 375 degrees F.

Step 12: Remove from the oven and burhs melted butter over each roll.

Step 13: Serve and enjoy!

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Prep Time: 30 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 50 mins | Yield: 70 Smokies

I love this recipe so much! These Bacon Wrapped Smokies are the best finger-food to serve ever! Whenever I have guests over, I always make sure to prepare these heavenly treats! My guests and friends just could not get enough of these smokies! I have listed all the ingredients and directions so all you need to do is to follow them step by step and you are good to go! By the way, this recipe was given to me by my dear sister, Heather. I am so glad that I gave it a try because I never would have tasted perfection! Have an awesome day, friends, and I hope you are all well today. Don’t forget to share this with your loved ones as well. I am sure that they are going to love it as well. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

2 14 ounces pcs Lit’l Smokies smoked sausage
2 package bacon Suggest Hormel Black Label
1 cup light brown sugar
70 Toothpicks

Directions:

Step 1: Slice the bacon into three.

Step 2: Prepare the oven and preheat to 200 degrees C or 400 degrees F.

Step 3: Wrap with bacon each of the sausage. Use a toothpick to seal each smokie.

Step 4: Line with aluminium foil a jelly-roll pan.

Step 5: Arrange the smokies onto the prepared jelly-roll pan.

Step 6: Sprinkle brown sugar on top.

Step 7: Place the smokies inside the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes or until done.

Step 8: Remove the smokies from the oven and let them sit at room temperature to cool for a few minutes.

Step 9: Serve warm and enjoy!

Note:

For extra flavour, melt butter and mix it with brown sugar, then pour it over the smokies.

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I love this recipe so much! A big thanks to my dear friend, Abby, for this! Oh, man, you have got to give this one a try, I’m telling you! I have listed all the ingredients and directions so all you have to do is to follow them step and step and you are good to go! By the way, feel free to add more ingredients if you prefer. I am sure that you can do a lot with this very basic recipe. I always serve this with a nice tasting spaghetti and a cup of coffee. Oh, man, I highly recommend it! Just do it and thank me later! Have a wonderful day, friends, and don’t forget to smile today, okay? Enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 can refrigerated flaky biscuits
5 tbsp butter, melted
3 tbsp parsley
2 tsp garlic
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 c parmesan cheese

Directions:

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, add butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and parsley. Stir until well mixed.

Step 2: Split up the biscuits, then slice each into four.

Step 3: Toss the sliced biscuits into the mixing bowl with the cheese mixture. Stir until well combined.

Step 4: Apply nonstick spray in a Bundt pan.

Step 5: Transfer the mixture into the prepared Bundt pan and spread it evenly.

Step 6: Prepare the oven and preheat to 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.

Step 7: Place the pan with the biscuit mixture inside the preheated oven and bake for about half an hour or until the top turns golden brown.

Step 8: Remove from the oven and allow the Garlic Parmesan Monkey Bread to cool at room temperature.

Step 9: Serve and enjoy!

Note:

My only advice is to be very generous with the amount of cheese that you are going to add. Enjoy!

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