Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers

We had friends come over to celebrate Cinco de Mayo last night. We had a fantastic time hanging out, drinking margaritas, and eating tasty food. I made Chicken Tortilla Soup and we had loads of chips, salsa, bean dip and guacamole. I wanted to make a quick and easy appetizer so I decided to make my...

May 6th, 2010 | Appetizer, Recipes | Read More

Brie and Caramelized Mushroom Mini Tarts

This is the final appetizer I served at my appetizer dinner party for the Opening Ceremonies. This one was a big hit with everyone. Who wouldn't love a phyllo cup oozing with brie cheese topped with caramelized mushrooms and garlic? These were quick and easy to make and tasted extra delicious. Brie...

February 18th, 2010 | Appetizer, Recipes | Read More

Roasted Asparagus with Prosciutto

This happens to be my new favorite appetizer and I will be making it often. I liked how quick and easy this recipe was to make. I loved the salty pork with the roasted asparagus - the combination was perfect. We all thought it was a really delicious dish. This roasted asparagus makes an amazing appetizer...

February 17th, 2010 | Appetizer, Recipes | Read More

Roasted Tomato and Feta Cheese Mini Tarts

We had friends over for the Olympic Opening Ceremonies on Friday night. We decided to do a bunch of fun appetizers instead of a sit down dinner. I thought roasted tomatoes and feta cheese would make excellent mini tomato tarts. These little tarts were so simple to make, had very little clean up and...

February 16th, 2010 | Appetizer, Recipes | Read More

Americanization of the Fig Prosciutto Amuse-Bouche

A Sweet and Salty ExplosionCreate an explosion in a bite with the foodsherpa’s recipe that calls for ingredients locally grown and made in Wisconsin and Iowa. Ingredients: 18 fresh figs, cut in half 1 cup Wisconsin blue cheese, softened 18 slices La Quercia prosciutto ham 1 1/2 cups arugula leaves 1/3...

October 20th, 2009 | Appetizer | Read More