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Mini Lamb Skewers

Mini Lamb Skewers

These mini lamb skewers are an easy appetizer that can be turned into a main course or hor d’oeuvres for parties. They are very versatile and easy to assemble. They can be enjoyed with any number of condiments or seasoned with different spices. This recipe 

Artichoke Kale Dip

Artichoke Kale Dip

Artichoke Dip is such a classic. You see it in bars and restaurants across America and it is tough to resist ordering it on a menu. Served with a baguette, pita bread, or chips, the warm and creamy classic is tough to beat. There are 

Whipped Feta Dip

Whipped Feta Dip

Whipped feta dip is so easy to make and versatile (not to mention TASTY) that you’ll want to keep it around to spread onto anything. It makes a great snack obviously, but doesn’t end there. Spread onto salads, steaks, chicken, and lamb. It can even 

Sushi Rice Sandwiches

Sushi Rice Sandwiches

Sushi Rice Sandwiches are a take on classic temaki style hand rolls. Hand rolls are already easy to make, and we made them even easier with this nifty recipe. Best of all they are quite light and healthy. They can be made into anything you 

Parmesan Sweet Potato Fries

Parmesan Sweet Potato Fries

Parmesan sweet potato fries are a classic side dish in many modern restaurant kitchens. Ever wonder why commercial sweet potato fries (even the frozen ones) have a crispy breading? The starch in sweet potatoes is different than a regular potato. When baked or fried they 

The Best Shrimp Quesadillas

The Best Shrimp Quesadillas

The best shrimp quesadillas is quite a claim as there are so many good ones constantly being made. This recipe is nothing new. Restaurants all over North America and Mexico serve shrimp quesadillas and they are undoubtedly one of the most popular items ordered off 

Slow Cooker Barbecue Appetizers

Slow Cooker Barbecue Appetizers

Barbecue is notorious for being a slow process that is intimidating and requires equipment and devotion. Truthfully it is tough to match what the pittmasters have perfected. However with this recipe we will make a time and money saving version that works great as a 

How to make Classic Shrimp Bisque

How to make Classic Shrimp Bisque

Classic Shrimp Bisque is certainly a mainstay in high end restaurants. Some recipes among chefs come and go with time and fashion, based on current trends, healthy diets, and availability, but this recipe is timeless. It has roots in French cuisine and the main ingredients 

The Best Spicy Feta and Olive Dip

The Best Spicy Feta and Olive Dip

Spicy Feta Olive Dip is sooooo addictive! When you whip it up it’s hard to not start snacking on it immediately. It’s so tasty it will have even the non olive eaters believers in no time. And best yet it’s very versatile and easy to 

Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Dip

Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Dip

Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese is a classic combination. We took these couple of ingredients and made it into a dip that takes less than 5 minutes to prepare. It is a smokey, citrusy, and slightly spicy treat that is sure to wow at dinner