Appetizers, Soups & Salads

I really must go...but baby it's cold outside. (see picture) Hey, Lady! Got a question! If you had cooked up a pot of my dad's award winning pea soup, next time, he might bring his...

Pizza butter is an alternative to pizza sauce and can't be stored almost indefinitely in the freezer. Having it on hand makes making homemade pizza a synch. Just keep it in an airtight container...

Here is an article on how to make a grilled cheese sandwich. They are quik and easy to make. Great for quik lunches for the kids.

You know that garlic is known to have some incredibly healthy benefits. Try this traditional Cuban Garlic Soup recipe for a tasty way to get more garlic in your diet. Enjoy, because this recipe...

Here's an easy recipe for Ham Salad. Use all those Holiday left overs.

This is a versatile side dish for any occasion and a great recipe for beginners with little cooking experience. Parmesan crusted zucchinis taste great with Italian food or as a refreshing yet...

How to prepare fabulous golden onion rings.

This is a great snack for parties and especially for the super bowl. I make these every year especially for the superbowl, being that I live in Texas and all. These are pretty quick and easy to...

These great-tasting pizza bites make a delicious appetizers any occasion. They're so easy to make that even young kids will have no trouble crating and customizing their own mini-pizzas. All you...

Need an appetizer for a gathering? Need something to serve for the holidays that is new and different? Here is a recipe sure to please. Combine the taste of cream cheese and cinnamon on flattened...

This brown bread and radish appetizer is awesome and perfect for the Christmas holiday season! It is colorful and delicious. I discovered it while dining with friends in Vilnius Lithuania. My...

This is one of my favorite soups to make for my family. It's adapted from a recipe sent by my aunt. My kids gobble it up, and I love that they're eating veggies! Believe it or not, you don't add...

A simple recipe for a great side. What compliments Italian food better than garlic bread? What could make it better than adding cheese? Nothing! Garlic bread is a staple side in my mind when...

Why buy garlic bread when you can make your own for less money any time? You can make this ahead and freeze it before you bake it or mix the butter and you're ready any time you have the bread.

Trying to think of a different kind of appetizer or something for football party? Try this hoagie dip, great for any kind of party and everyone will enjoy it the same!

Goat cheese and cucumber sandwiches with mixed herbs and watercress are a new take on the classic English cucumber sandwich so commonly seen at high tea and as appetizer at formal parties and...

Every year when Vidalia Onions come in season my great uncle would make himself onion sandwiches. His entire house would smell of the sweet onions. However, as simple as it sounds, there is much...

Add an elegant touch to your holiday dinner party with these savory, easy to make mushroom canapés. Arranged beautifully on a large platter or tray they will surely impress your guests. ...

A soup exchange is a great way to sample a variety of homemade soups while enjoying the company of friends. It is simple to organize, requiring nothing more than some invitations and labels. On...

This appetizer features green cucumbers and red pimentos, making this appetizer both delicious and eye catching for the holiday season, and is also an appetizer that is so very easy to assemble.

Thanksgiving dinners are important and so are the evening snacks.If you love spicy food ,here is a simple appetizer.It is simple and a fast recipe.It is a potato and a bread roll. A simple spicy...

It is not always easy to get children to eat what you put in front of them. Making food fun can provide a way for children to forget about all the playtime they are missing out on by sitting at...

Tomato pomodoro soup, also known as pappa al pomodoro, is a basic Italian dish that originated in Tuscany. It consists primarily of crushed tomatoes flavored with garlic and basil, served over...

When lunch rolls around, and there is nothing in the refrigerator that looks appetizing, we always go back to the old standby: Bologna. When this happens, you dont have to have that same old...

There are many ways to make a peanut butter and banana sandwich. You can add ingredients to your specifications. You can use plain peanut butter or the kind with nuts. The bananas can be cut in...

This easy and fast recipe is a hit with kids. It is a sandwich spread made with SPAM and a few more ingredients. Adults love it, too. If you have guests and want to offer them an appetizer...

Want a different type of sandwich for a snack instead of the same old stuff, well here is an everyday classic with a little twist, it is delicious

We all love our share of hot and spicy chicken wings. Well let me introduce you the buffalo chicken ball. This is my latest appetizer that is a sure crowd pleaser. They're easy to make and...

Preparing a Bread Boat and Dip is fun and easy. You can volunteer to make it for your family's get togethers and once served you can count on being asked to bring it the next time! Everyone...

A chocolate fountain is a decorative tabletop appliance that continuously circulates melted chocolate in a manner similar to a waterfall. Guests dip small pieces of food in the fountain, much in...

This is not the traditional onion soup that most people are accustomed to. This recipe doesn’t have wine or any type of alcohol and takes less time to make than French onion soup. Classic French...

I ate this sandwich when I visited Yellowstone National Park. Here, I've recreated the recipe with my own flavors.

When the chilly winds begin to blow, it's a great time for a bowl of homemade Smoked Sausage Split Pea Soup. The savory smokeiness of the sausage when added to the smooth flavor of the peas, makes...

You might think there's nothing better than the combination of beef and melted cheese. Well actually there is - when that irresistible combination is baked and eaten from a sourdough bread...

Don't you just love to indulge in the homemade bread and herb dipping oils at Italian Restaurants like Carrabba's? Yum. If you can't afford to go out to a restaurant and eat this, here is a...

The holidays are full of festive events and food. Many times we are left with leftovers or stale items which we feel bad throwing in the garbage but have no choice but to throw them out. There is...

Do you enjoy having a nice family breakfast? Would you like to surprise your significant other with breakfast in bed? Are you looking for a kid-friendly breakfast recipe? If you answered...

Bruschetta is a popular antipasto or appetizer served around the world. It is commonly found in Italian restaurants or pizza parlors. There are many different types of bruschetta toppings;...

PB&J Sandwiches have been around for generations and never get old. Read this article to learn how to make a traditional snack that will satisfy any craving!

It's hard to beat the sumptuous taste of an authentic Italian restaurant's bread and bread dipping. It's the perfect beginning to an appetizing meal. What some may not know is that making your...

Mozzarella cheese sticks are a popular snack or appetizer. I'm fond of these because they are baked not fried. Not only that, but, being able to make them hours or a day before, frees up time...

Pizza is an All-American favorite. It's deliciously cheesy, gooey and full of flavor. I love them. But spending up to $11.00 for a large pizza is not MY idea of a fun [pizza night. I am going to...

So vegetable fries is a silly name for these as they are not fried. But they are baked to be crispy and my son loves them. They are great for kids, appetizers or to sit along side a burger....

This turkey sandwich recipe makes for a quick tasty lunch. Just follow these instructions and you will be enjoying your grilled turkey and cheese in no time!

Onion soup is a traditional soup that is served in many different regions all over the world. This Tuscan onion soup incorporates ingredients commonly found in Italian cooking, including fresh...

This is a yummy spinach recipe dip. It fun and easy to prepare this dip recipe. It can be served as an appetizer before the Thanksgiving Day meal. It's good as a snack while watching your favorite...

Wanna know how to make the best grilled cheese sandwiches? Read on...

Cooking garlic at high temperatures can take away an enzyme in garlic that is good for your immune system, having said that I am not suggesting you should stop cooking with garlic. The following...

An exciting appetizer without a fuss, what more could you ask for? Well, let me give you the details...

When there are a lot of little bits of food in the refrigerator that need a little zing, doing a quick, fake fondue may be just the thing. Use any bit of food you think would taste good covered...