Turkey burgers can be somewhat dry and bland compared to their beef counterpart. I’ve developed an interesting twist that combines apple and mayonnaise for a moist burger along with chipotle chili for some heat that plays well with the sweetness of the apple along with the honey mustard mayo. These are far from dry or…
Baked Crab, Artichoke & Gouda Cheese Dip
If you’re like me there is nothing better than a warm dip at parties that you can scoop crispy toast or chips in, it’s the ultimate comfort party food. When you can’t sleep at night do you lay awake at night dreaming of a luscious and cheesy dip instead of counting sheep? What’s your favorite…
Caprese Salad Bruschetta
Classic tomato bruschetta is a very popular appetizer and I get requests for it all the time but during winter, tomatoes are not the best for this dish. I have a cocktail party coming up whereas my client asked for bruschetta and I mentioned that if she would like that dish for this time of…
Mini Apple, Ham & Cheddar Hand Pies
The big game day is coming up and I’m sure you are already searching for some tasty and easy to make party food recipes. I wanted to share my recipe for you that combines the tartness of granny smith apples with the savory flavors of ham & cheddar with the ease of store bought pie…
Chinese Cashew Chicken Flatbread Pizza Bites
I love pizza of all kinds and if you are like me, you dream about it often. There’s nothing like fresh baked pizza especially when you don’t feel like cooking and you call for delivery. Pizza is the ultimate comfort food that most of enjoy any time of day. I love to serve pizza or…
Cranberry & Pecan Chicken Salad in Phyllo Cups
I have served this at so many parties over the years I have lost count. These small chicken salad bites are perfect for so many occasions and not so much of a commitment like a full size sandwich would be, but you definitely can serve this as a full size sandwich and great on a…
Pear, Kiwi & Elderflower Sorbet
As with a previous post I had mentioned that I have pears coming out of my ears from various gift baskets I received over the holiday. After much thought, starring deep into my pantry and looking around at my culinary appliances and supplies I came up with this refreshing sorbet. I dusted off my expensive…
Dijon Pork Chops with Pear, Ginger & Cherry Compote
Are you like me and received gift baskets for the holidays with tons of pears? And what do you do with them all? So this week I’m making a few recipes with them. The first is this delicious compote that I came up with that is fabulous pork chops. Traditionally apple sauce is the first…
Easy Cherry Brownie Cobbler
When it comes to dessert there is no substitute for chocolate, I don’t meet that many people that don’t like it. If I don’t have some kind of chocolate offering at a party, usually someone asks me, where it is with a disappointing tone. I love to make desserts and I make all kinds of…
Shrimp Bisque Shooters with Sherry & Brandy
I enjoy serving gourmet food in “small bites” and so many people come to me with this request more than any other. Serving different dishes in an unconventional way to party guests always puts a smile on my face when I see their surprise as they embark on the gourmet journey with me. One course…
