Category Archives: Appetizers

Spinach Mushroom Artichoke Quesadilla – {Meatless Monday & Five Ingredient Friday}

Posted on February 6, 2013 by P~

  Probably one of the reasons that quesadillas are so popular is that they are so reminiscent of another favourite: the grilled cheese sandwich. There is a great little restaurant in the area that serves up a quesadilla that is, … Continue reading →

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Asparagus and Artichoke Stuffed Portobellos {Meatless Monday}

Posted on January 28, 2013 by P~

Asparagus and Artichoke Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms are the feature today for Meatless Monday; they are hearty, beautiful, filled with flavor, and in addition to being perfectly wonderful as a main dish served with a salad, the stuffing would transform these … Continue reading →

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Spinach Artichoke Dip

Posted on January 20, 2013 by P~

Spinach Artichoke Dip is one of the most frequently seen appetizer dips on restaurant menus all over. There is a reason for this, and that would be because it is delicious. I’ll put this dip up against any you have … Continue reading →

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Bagels and Lox Deviled Eggs – Minus the Bagels

Posted on January 6, 2013 by P~

These deviled eggs combine most of the wonderful ingredients on a Bagels and Lox Platter, minus the bagels. Tucked into the egg yolks are brine-cured and beautiful pinkish-orange salmon, red onions and capers. The yolk is dressed with a bit … Continue reading →

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Spicy Rosemary Party Nuts

Posted on December 16, 2012 by P~

Anyone can pop open a can of mixed nuts and throw them in a bowl for a party; you, however, can be different. With about thirty minutes of preparation time, you can surprise your party guests with these wonderful, spicy, … Continue reading →

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Marinated Goat Cheese

Posted on December 1, 2012 by P~

  Marinated Goat Cheese is one super appetizer; it’s one that has been a favourite in the Saucy household for over twenty years. If you’ve never tried goat cheese, or if you are skeptical about goat cheese – you really … Continue reading →

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Kentucky Beer Cheese

Posted on November 15, 2012 by P~

Are you looking for a quick dip that works with vegetables and crackers and pretzels and chips? This is it! Beer Cheese! 

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Super Simple Salsa

Posted on October 20, 2012 by P~

Do you love snacks like I love snacks? Are chips and salsa as high on your list of favorite snacks as it is on mine? Well then, have I got the salsa for you! This, sort of, knock-off recipe is … Continue reading →

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Black-Eyed Pea Dip

Posted on August 23, 2012 by P~

Black-Eyed Pea Dip: It is a great twist on refried bean dip.I made this recipe for the first time on New Year’s, since eating black-eyed peas is a tradition of good luck for the new year in the South. Recently, … Continue reading →

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Beer Tempura Onion Rings with Spicy Dijonnaise

Posted on August 20, 2012 by P~

Do you love onion rings? Do you love golden brown onion rings with a light crispy coating? Do you? Well, have I got the onion rings for you! This tempura-style batter, made with beer rather than seltzer water and seasoned … Continue reading →

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