Starting Off... with an appetizer
People love appetizers! They're great as snacks, and more importantly they can really set the tone for the meal to come, whether it's casual or lah-di-dah. I like to keep them simple, and here are some of my favourites.
Creamy and versatile, this middle eastern favourite could not be simpler.
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Fresh salsa made from peaches, mangoes or pineapple. |
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Shrimp in Garlic Jalapeno Butter Juicy shrimp in a spicy garlic butter are a perfect appetizer or quick dinner for two. |
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Simple, elegant cheesy pastries are great with drinks or as part of a charcuterie platter.
Spicy Nuts Use almonds, walnuts whatever you like in this spicy appetizer that's great with drinks.
This is the one of the most dangerously addictive substances on earth.
Pita Pomegranate Bites Savoury bites of pita, hummus and pomegranate with a zip of lime.
Golden Cheese Wheel Garlicky cheese surrounded by a golden yeast crust.
Savoury Puff Pastries Squares of store-bought pastry with your choice of cheese and savoury toppings.
Buffalo Style Cauliflower A low-fat version of your favourite buffalo-style snacks.
Stuffed Mini Peppers Colorful mini peppers filled with cheese and corn make a great appetizer, side dish or meatless main dish.
Golden Halloumi Crispy, squeaky, golden-fried cheese. Say no more.
Easy Cheesy Torta Colourful layers of creamy cheese will make you look like a chef.
Assorted Potato Wedges with Spicy Dip Use any combination of sweet and white potatoes for this perennial favourite. Serve with spicy mayonnaise.
Baked Creamy Shrimp Dip Or make this party dip with crispy bacon.
Green Magic Sauce Basil dip so special I almost kept it a secret.
Balsamic Fig Chutney A quick, tangy chutney to liven up cheeses or cold meats.
Cheddar Onion Dip Warm, creamy, cheesy dip made for sharing.
