Category Archives: Hors D’Oeuvres

Smoked Salmon Empanadas with Boursin and Spinach

Posted on March 5, 2012 by

I heart smoked salmon. As a child of the Pacific Northwest, I grew up on salmon, usually purchased and prepared within 24-48 hours of being pulled out of the sea. My father used to grill this incredibly fresh fish over … Continue reading →

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Roasted Broccoli…and Cauliflower

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

Pretty much any vegetable is better when roasted and broccoli is no exception.  But I find that many people are surprised when I serve roasted broccoli. I will say that it definitely tastes better than it looks, but trust me … Continue reading →

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Manchego-Stuffed Maple-Glazed Bacon-Wrapped Dates

Posted on February 28, 2011 by

Bacon wrapped dates are a very classic, super simple hors d’oeuvre.  Sweet, salty, smoky, gooey, chewy and crunchy…this appetizer has it all!  I made this batch last minute for an Oscar get together.

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NOT a Salad: Curly Kale Crisps…Surprisingly Addictive

Posted on January 29, 2011 by

This is not a salad.  This is a bowl of crispy, salty, addictive chips.  No…really. My friend Paula told me about these chips weeks ago, how delicious they were, how her kids loved them and I heard her…kind of… But … Continue reading →

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Stuffed Mushrooms with Fresh Herbs

Posted on January 6, 2011 by

Hors d’oeuvres (aka appetizers) are one of my favorite foods.  In fact, I have a fondness for bite-sized foods, sweet and savory alike. I originally planned to make these for New Year’s Eve, but as it became evident just how … Continue reading →

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