I developed this recipe many years ago as a dip to go with some shrimp & sausage skewers but I have served this with numerous dishes. My version of this classic Spanish condiment can go with so many foods, like fish, chicken and beef. You can also spread it on sandwiches like for leftover turkey…
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Peach Bruschetta with Creamed Bleu Cheese & Arugula
Peach Bruschetta with Creamed Bleu Cheese & Arugula -Joseph Sciascia I developed this recipe many years ago and served it at countless parties, bruschetta is an easy appetizer and the toppings are endless. You may still find peaches at your local grocery store, depending on where you live, so much produce these days are imported;…
Vegetable Ranch Cream Cheese Tarts
Vegetable Ranch Cream Cheese Tarts-Joseph Makes 30 tarts Have you grown tired of staring at a sea of vegetables at your parties? Don’t get me wrong, I have done many delicious vegetable crudités in my career and still do them, people love them. This is a new twist on classic vegetable crudités, a bite size…
Artichoke, Pea & Goat Cheese Frittata with Tarragon
I developed this recipe for a brunch party and thought, wouldn’t be fun to serve individual frittatas; it is so convenient and the presentation is so cute, especially since everything else being served was in small bites. I enjoy being able to serve traditional recipes in “small bites”, it takes the ordinary party food and…
Three Cheese Macaroni with Panko & Parmesan Crust
I have served this dish since the beginning of my career back in 2000, it is one of my most requested dishes. I have found that when my clients entertain, most of them want comfort food and this Three Cheese Macaroni with Panko & Parmesan Crust is major comfort food. I serve it in mini…
Hot Chipotle Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Lime
I love to serve dips at parties and so do many people, the recipes are easy, quick and people love to dip veggies, crackers, chips or toasts in to it. This “Tex Mex” version of a classic is scrumptious and simple to make; with today’s busy lives, make ahead and easy recipes sometimes are the…
Hearty Vegetable Stew
Fall is here and it’s my favorite season of the year, it’s been a very warm summer so I’m looking forward to cooler days. With cooler days comes the urge of wanting to cook comforting soups and stews. This stick to your ribs style Hearty Vegetable Stew will warm your heart and soul and satisfy…
Creamy Thai Style Carrot Soup
There is nothing better in fall but to cozy up to a nice bowl of warm soup on a brisk evening. This creamy Thai style carrot soup I made fits the bill; it’s creamy and a bit spicy to warm you up all over. The sweetness of the carrots paired with the spicy Thai flavors…
