Butter Bean Appetizers
I’ve been trying to work more beans into our diet as they are a very healthy source of both protein and fiber. This appetizer was inspired by a Jacques Pepin recipe. It went over very well when I made it … Continue reading →
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Smoked Salmon & Cucumber Appetizer
I make a lot of smoked salmon appetizers, especially in the summer, and another go-to for us is Smoked Salmon Spread with fresh slice baguettes. But an occasion came up where I needed an appetizer that was gluten and dairy … Continue reading →
Roasted Tomatillo Salsa with Avocados
Since I’ve been growing Tomatillos in the garden, I’ve been looking for new recipes to use them in. I found a couple interesting recipes on the web and adapted them to my own tastes and came up with this one. … Continue reading →
Baked Zucchini Appetizer
We’re always looking for Zucchini recipes. Here is a great appetizer with a fraction of the calories of breaded zucchini. Thanks to Marilyn Aliede for introducing us to this one. Baked Zucchini Appetizer July 1, 2016 by Mark Karney Ingredients 1 … Continue reading →
Smoked Salmon, Basil and Zucchini Appetizer
This is a quick, delicious, summer appetizer that I came up with. We’re always looking for new uses for zucchini. I will usually make this from the first zucchini off the vine and it celebrates the beginning of the summer … Continue reading →
Bruschetta
This is an easy recipe, I came up with it after having something similar at the Tapas Restaurant, La Tasca. It is best if you make it a day ahead so the flavors get to blend. This is one of … Continue reading →
Ellie’s Cheddar Slices
This award winning recipe (My oldest son, Jared, won first prize in an appetizer contest with it) comes from my Aunt Ellie, my mother’s younger sister. Aunt Ellie loved to entertain and we always looked forward to these cheddar slices around … Continue reading →
Natalie’s Hot Ham and Cheese Sandwiches
This is a great way to use up leftover ham. But these are so good, we’ve been known to go out and get a small canned ham just to make these. They freeze well and are nice for parties. You … Continue reading →
Karney Chex Mix
Chex Mix is a holiday tradition, and yes we have modified the original recipe that appears on the cereal boxes. More nuts of course! Karney Chex Mix January 26, 2015 by Mark Karney Ingredients 4 cups Corn Chex Cereal 4 cups … Continue reading →
Shrimp Spread
Shrimp has been getting a lot of bad press lately, mostly because of the questionable conditions under which it is farmed. When I saw that my favorite grocery store, Heinan’s, carries sustainable, wild caught Oregon baby shrimp, I came up … Continue reading →
Tomato Salsa
This summer I grew tomatillos and made a great Salsa Verde. At the same time I made some traditional Red Salsa from the Roma tomatoes in the garden. This is a cooked salsa and closely approximates the salsa we are … Continue reading →
Salsa Verde
I found some tomatillo plants at the garden center this spring and planted them in the garden, specifically because I had never used tomatillos in cooking and I knew that this would force me to do it. The plants produced … Continue reading →
Flatbread
I was looking for something unique to go along with hummus rather than the usual pita bread, so I modified my pizza dough recipe a bit and came up with this flatbread recipe. It’s easy to make other than it … Continue reading →
Blue Cheese & Bacon Date Wraps
Natalie found this one in one of her Taste of Home annual which always has great recipes. This appetizer departs from the usual party fare and is a nice change. Blue Cheese & Bacon Date Wraps January 31, 2012 by Mark … Continue reading →
Guacamole
This is a healthy, south-of-the-border-favorite. Freshly made guacamole is a real treat. The secret is getting ripe Avocados that are not too ripe. Ripe Avocados will be darker colored and will feel slightly soft when squeezed. Over-ripe Avocados will feel … Continue reading →
Basil & Garlic Hummus (Variation 3)
This is a variation of the basic hummus recipe. We usually serve it with whole wheat pita bread triangles that have been brushed with Olive Oil and toasted in the oven. This is a quick, easy, healthy and delicious recipe. … Continue reading →
Red Pepper Hummus (Variation 2)
This is a variation of the basic hummus recipe. We usually serve it with whole wheat pita bread triangles that have been brushed with Olive Oil and toasted in the oven. This is a quick, easy, healthy and delicious recipe. … Continue reading →
Hummus (Variation 1)
Here’s a slightly different version of the basic hummus recipe. This version uses Cannelini Beans and is smoother and whiter than the basic recipe. Serve with pita triangles that have been brushed with Extra Virgin Olive Oil and toasted in … Continue reading →
Hummus (Basic Recipe)
Hummus is a staple of North Africa and the Middle East. This is my own recipe that has less fat than others as I don’t use Tahini which is high in fat. Hummus can be enhanced and modified in many … Continue reading →
Natalie’s Spinach Pie
Natalie used to make this all of the time, we need to rediscover this recipe. Natalie’s Spinach Pie December 13, 2011 by Mark Karney Ingredients 2 C Flour 1/2 C Cornmeal (White) 1/4 C Grated Parmesan cheese 3/4 C Butter 6-10 … Continue reading →
Black Bean & Corn Salsa
Most appetizer recipes are not all that healthy, usually being laced with cheese and other fats. So, here’s a healthy recipe for black bean salsa can be served with corn chips. In the summer I grill the onions and roast … Continue reading →
Tamil (Madras) – Father Britto’s Potato Dip
Father Britto Berchmans was an assistant pastor in our parish several years ago who came to us from India. Britto came to some of our Friday night gatherings and cooked a few scrumptious Indian meals for us. This is one … Continue reading →
Chili con Queso
This is an old family favorite that we always make for our summer neighborhood parties. We learned this recipe from college friends, Mike and Marilyn Sadowski and have been making it ever since. This is probably the recipe that Natalie … Continue reading →