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Category: Appetizers

Stuffed Avocados

Posted on September 3, 2015September 3, 2015 by Lanie Fioretti

This is my new favorite, summer dish, since I found some great baby avocados.  I’m doing a couple different versions of this for a brunch this weekend, so I thought I better do a test, just for me!  There’s certainly lots of additions and omissions you can make to this recipe, so pick your favorite ingredients. PrintStuffed…

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Artichoke Cream Pie

Posted on June 22, 2015June 22, 2015 by Lanie Fioretti

I wanted something with a crust, but didn’t want anything sweet, so I focused on artichokes, bacon, and cream!  It’s scrumptious as an appetizer, side, or even a main course. PrintArtichoke Cream Pie Total Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Yield: Serves 10-12 Ingredients1 refrigerated pie crust (I used Immaculate) 5 or 6 strips bacon 1…

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Spiced Pecans

Posted on February 14, 2015 by Lanie Fioretti

We’re still gathering pecans, but I’m a little behind on cracking and shelling!  I do have enough for a couple recipes though.  Don wants a pecan cobbler, so I’m using Valentine’s Day as my excuse for making it.  I have enough left to make spiced pecans (what I wanted), and this is a simple and…

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Potato Bacon Bites

Posted on February 3, 2015February 3, 2015 by Lanie Fioretti

If you have leftover baked potatoes, these are the most delectable little bites, and they’re simple to make.  They’re a great snack, appetizer, or side. PrintPotato Bacon Bites IngredientsLeftover baked potatoes, sliced in 1/4″ rounds Granulated garlic powder Salt and pepper Mayonnaise Cooked and crumbled bacon Shredded parmesan cheeseInstructionsHeat oven to 425. Lay potato rounds…

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Salami Crescents

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Lanie Fioretti

Only 3 ingredients, easy AND delicious – perfect for Super Bowl.  What more could you ask for?  These could be called “dinner” in our house. Immaculate (brand) crescent rolls are the best quality and have the best taste.  They are available in our area at the large HEB stores, or at Natural Grocers.  I used…

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