Archives for Appetizers
New Year’s Eve Appetizers- Part 1
by TT on December 7th, 2011 | Appetizers, Recipes
I know, I know. Who's thinking about New Year's Eve cooking when there is Christmas and Hanukkah cooking and baking before then? I'm guessing it isn't many people. However, as I have the opportunity to share an assortment of sophisticated & simple appetizer recipes from some great chefs, it seemed a good idea to get started! This way, as you find the recipes that are pleasing to your palate, you can bookmark them for later in the month. Or perhaps, you might want to use them for another celebration during the month. Either way, there's no harm in being
Apple Skins
by TT on November 30th, 2011 | Appetizers, Recipes
The season of eating has descended. For us, it started on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, which is when we held our big family celebration. We had a dinner filled with many of the usual dishes: roast turkey, mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, and cranberry sauce. After several days of using the leftovers in various creative ways, we knew we would not be in the mood for more turkey on the actual holiday.
With only two of our four children with us for Thanksgiving Day, we decided to try something different and created our own Iron Chef competition. The details were simple: each
With only two of our four children with us for Thanksgiving Day, we decided to try something different and created our own Iron Chef competition. The details were simple: each
Roasted Garbanzo Beans
by TT on November 15th, 2011 | Appetizers, Recipes
Last Friday night was one of those rare instances where dinner is just one of the kids and me. On this particular evening, it was our 15 year old son who was home with me. After a busy day at the office for me and an afternoon of hanging out with a friend, dinner was going to be a simple meal. We chose to make sandwiches (roast beef sub for him; apple and cheddar wrap for me), and I decided to make a healthy side to go with the sandwiches.
Yes, I know that a 15 year old boy would prefer
Yes, I know that a 15 year old boy would prefer
Sweet Potato Latkes
by TT on November 9th, 2011 | Appetizers, Recipes, Side Dishes
Spending four days last week without power was an interesting experience, but it wasn't as bad as it could have been. Although we didn't have power or hot water, we had access to many conveniences. We were able to cook on our stovetop, as we have a gas stove. We were able to recharge our laptops for brief periods, as we purchased a car-based charger. We had heat, as we had turned our fireplace on before the power went out. However, we were without hot water, and we only had a fully lit house during daylight hours.
While I didn't enjoy
While I didn't enjoy
Stuffed Mushrooms
by TT on September 26th, 2011 | Appetizers, Recipes
A recent Sunday was filled with a nice combination of events: a few hours of work in the morning, a few hours of back to shopping, a little bit of cooking, and finally, hanging out with the family while eating and watching the Patriots game. Although it may not have been an exciting series of events, it was satisfying to check items off of the perpetual to-do list. Plus, we got to end the day with relaxation and good company- a double win.
On a late afternoon such as this, the menu consists of appetizers. In addition to the natural tendency
On a late afternoon such as this, the menu consists of appetizers. In addition to the natural tendency
