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Category: Appetizers

Herbed Dip with Vegetables

Posted on April 22, 2012August 22, 2016 by Lanie Fioretti

Every once in a while it’s nice to be able to eat dip and not see it in the mirror the next day.  You’ll have to do a little extra work because it calls for drained yogurt (or you can use a good Greek yogurt and not drain it).  I love Horizon, cream on top…

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Coffee Drinks

Posted on April 1, 2012August 22, 2016 by Lanie Fioretti

As it’s getting hotter by the day, I start thinking about coffee drinks (non-alcoholic for now!).  I had a roommate that used to stir instant coffee into a glass of milk, ice it, and drink it.  I thought it sounded horrible.  I loved coffee, but I loved it hot.  Living in Texas changes your palate,…

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Asparagus Rolls

Posted on March 2, 2012August 22, 2016 by Lanie Fioretti

A friend gave me this recipe several years ago. You could make this for an appetizer or a side, or if you’re like me, you could make a meal out of it.  All I can say is they are unbelievably good. PrintAsparagus Rolls IngredientsThin to medium asparagus 1 pkg. of thin white or wholewheat sandwich…

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Sweet and Savory Popcorn

Posted on February 21, 2012July 26, 2016 by Lanie Fioretti

As an appetizer or snack, sweet and savory popcorn is fabulous. PrintSweet and Savory Popcorn Ingredients1-2 tsp Kosher salt 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/8 tsp cayenne 5 TBSP oil (peanut or canola) 2 TBSP sliced pickled jalapenos or 2 sliced fresh jalapeno peppers 1 tsp turmeric 1 cup popcorn 3 TBSP sugarInstructionsCombine…

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Easy Cheese Puff Snack (Appetizer)

Posted on February 17, 2012August 20, 2016 by Lanie Fioretti

This is not just a great snack or appetizer, but you can use them for croutons on a salad, or on soup, or chili ( I feel like I’m doing a commercial).  Just make sure you make a lot. PrintEasy Cheese Puff Snack (Appetizer) IngredientsAmerican cheese slices Paprika, or smoked paprika, or hot smoked paprika,…

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