Archive for the ‘Appetizers, Tapas and Bites’ Category

Pocket Meat Pies AKA Empanadas

Monday, December 29th, 2008

These wonderful pocket pastries have multiple incarnations among several cultures. Our Savory version are a recipe that is typical from Spain and the former colonies  South America. Seasoned browned meat meets the sweetness of cumin raisins and the right touch of chopped olives.  Look for pre- made pastry dough in the ethic ...

Roasted Peppers

Sunday, December 28th, 2008

  Want to add something delicious , elegant and easy to make to your table? Then roast your own  peppers! Roasted peppers are used as condiments to meats, can me chopped and used in salads, to top pizza, can be served as a tapas or easy appetizer , and are a must to roasted ...

No Cholesterol Deviled Eggs

Saturday, December 27th, 2008

This is NOT a TYPO!  there is absolutely no cholesterol in these deviled eggs! HOW can this be? All the cholesterol (and fat) is concentrated in the yolk of the egg; remove the yolk and form the fillings and voila! the cholesterol is gone! The key is to replace the yolk ...

Ham Pot Pie

Friday, December 26th, 2008

So Christmas is gone and now you have a ton of leftover ham. What do to besides omelets and sandwiches? How about a whole new meal: a ham pot pie! Al it takes is two pie crusts, some ham and veggies of your choice.  We used readily available frozen peas with provided a subtle sweetness and wonderful texture . We ...

Fresh Hummus

Thursday, December 18th, 2008

 Hummus is a very old and traditional dish. Its main ingredient is crushed chickpeas, AKA garbanzo beans or ceci bean. There are many variations , some call for olive oil, some for butter, some include tahini ( sesame seeds) .  Our version is nut free and gets its wonderful bright ...