These almonds were always a big hit with guests at the receptions I catered. The added bonus was not being worried about peanut allergies! To this day I often make them to serve as a quick appetizer, especially over the Christmas holidays when I make lots by doubling or tripling the recipe. Bet you can’t […]
Tag: Appetizer
Roasted Peppers With Basil and Balsamic Vinegar
I make these peppers all the time in the summer. Everybody loves them. Even when I think I have made too many, there are usually no leftovers! Darn! I like serving them with marinated artichokes or zucchini, cheeses, Proscuitto and salami, slices of Italian bread or baguettes for a nice light meal on a hot […]
Grilled and Marinated Zucchini
So simple but so good! The zucchini will keep for a few days in the fridge. Fabulous as part of a antipasti platter or as an accompaniment to barbecued chicken or pork. 4 medium sized zucchini, the Italian striped variety known as Romanesco are excellent, they have little ridges that look so nice when sliced […]
Roasted Tomato Crostini With Goat Cheese
I’ve made a lot of these over the years both at work and at home. The delicious tang of goat cheese and the sweet roasted flavour of the tomatoes along with the fresh basil makes a mouthwatering combination! I particularly like that they are vegetarian! Makes 40 Crostini 2 baguettes or ficelle’s 8 oz. soft […]
A Simple Radish Appetizer
Whenever I think Spring radishes are front and centre! Slices of baguette Softened butter Worcestershire & Tabasco, you can substitute some anchovies if you like them. Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper New radishes such as French Breakfast, sliced – save the small young leaves & add to a salad Snipped chives Combine butter […]