From August to October, figs are in season. Whenever I come across fresh figs, I just have to buy them! I've shared recipes in the past using this yummy ingredient -- everything from adding it … [Read more...]
Smoky Baba Ganoush
Smoky Baba Ganoush is one of those appetizers that basically any time I see it on a menu, I feel the need to order it. The eggplant-based appetizer, originating from Lebanon, uses grilled eggplant, … [Read more...]
Homemade Bruschetta
Note: I was sent vinegar from Lindera Farms, including their Ramp Vinegar, in order to write this post. Opinions are mine alone. Hands down, my favorite summer produce are tomatoes. Peak tomato … [Read more...]
Edamame Hummus
Since originally making this Edamame Hummus as a snack for Christmas day, I've made this recipe multiple times and have gotten rave reviews each time. Calling this a hummus isn't exactly … [Read more...]
Pressure Cooker Black Bean Dip
I love a good dip. It's one of my favorite snack to bring to a party -- it travels well and are always a hit! As a somewhat recent owner of COSORI 6 Qt Electrical Pressure Cooker and I had yet to use … [Read more...]
Baked Cranberry Almond Brie Bites
I know that most of us are probably partied out. But it can never hurt to have some really great (and easy) party appetizer recipe on hand, right? This recipe is a bite-sized version of baked … [Read more...]
Pressure Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip
My goodness, 2018 was a quick year. I cannot believe it's the end of December! I wanted to post a recipe that would be welcome at any New Year's Eve party, and with the help of a pressure cooker, can … [Read more...]
Peach, Vidalia Onion, and Pancetta Flatbread
Note: I was sent a box of Vidalia onions to make this post. Opinions are mine alone. Spring is one of my favorite times of year for cooking. As the weather warms, all sorts of fun produce hits the … [Read more...]
Feta Dip
I'm on a bit of a feta kick at the moment. I absolutely love French feta, which is a bit more mild and creamier than the more tangy, crumbly version most people associate with feta cheese. When … [Read more...]
White Bean-Tahini Dip with Toasted Pitas
Note: I was sent a Labell Board to write this post. Opinions are mine alone. Cutting boards are a staple of any kitchen. They (of course) are used to cut, chop, mince, and dice vegetables, fruits, … [Read more...]
Grilled Guacamole
National Guacamole Day is tomorrow (September 16th) so this recipe for Grilled Guacamole is a timely post to share! I have wanted to make Grilled Guacamole since I first got my Coyote Grill … [Read more...]
Beef Kofta Kebabs
Note: This post is sponsored by Moyer Beef. All opinions are mine alone. This past weekend, we had my parents over for dinner. I had a hankering for Lamb Kofta, which is a dish of ground lamb with … [Read more...]
Cheese Plate
NOTE: I was sent a pack of Sourdough Crackers and Szechuan Candied Pecans from Aida for this post. All opinions are my own. I love a good cheese plate, they are great as an appetizer or as an end to … [Read more...]
Charred Ramp Arancini
Tomorrow is one of my favorite events of the year: Flavors on the Avenue! I've written past posts about this event, but this year, they are switching things up a bit. The event, usually held under a … [Read more...]
Brandade (Whipped Salt Fish Spread)
One of my favorite parts of this blog is challenging myself to use new and different ingredients and/or new and different techniques. So when I was contacted to participate in CFE's International … [Read more...]
