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Appetizers

Originally appetizers were created to stimulate one’s palate in preparation for the main course or entrée.  Nowadays, they have become a course with their own status. Sometimes they are the only course served! As appetizers precede a meal, beverages, namely cocktails are included in this category along with:

  • Hors d’ oeuvres: are usually hot or cold served prior to the entrée.  Alternatively, they are served on a buffet table for guests to enjoy at their leisure.
  • Canapé: this is a small piece of bread or pastry with a savory topping. Drinks often  accompany canapés at a reception or formal party. Crostinis fall under this category of appetizer.
  • Crudités: this lovely French word refers to raw vegetables, typically served with a dip.
  • Chips & Dips: potato chips are the most popular chip in the U.S. Served with dips such as onion or artichoke, this type of appetizer is self service.
  • Finger food: is the catch all term given to food that does not necessarily fall into any of the above groups.

Salads and soups are also Appetizers but they have their very own button on this site!

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Black platter containing Smoked Trout garnished with lemon slices and fresh dill.
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Master perfect Hot Smoked Trout at home by using this recipe. Following the instructions below, will ensure success with this insanely easy way of preparing Trout. Imagine fresh from the lake Trout, being removed from your smoker, flaky and smoky…

Pepperoni Pizza Calzone that has been cut to show the filling on green plate. Also on the plate is a side of arugula lettuce.
Ultimate Pepperoni Pizza Calzone Recipe: Cheesy, Meaty, and Irresistibly Delicious

Craving a cheesy, meaty, handheld twist on classic pizza? This pepperoni pizza calzone recipe delivers the ultimate comfort food experience, packed with spicy pepperoni, gooey mozzarella, and zesty marinara, all wrapped in a golden, crispy dough pocket. Perfect for weeknight…

Sage and Onion Flatbread on a wooden board with fresh sage in the background.
Easy Sage and Onion Flatbread: A Crispy, Flavorful Appetizer

This sage and onion flatbread is your go-to for a quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer or light meal. Using store-bought or homemade pizza dough, it’s ready in under 30 minutes, with sweet onion and fragrant sage stealing the show. It’s vegetarian by…

Crispy air fryer Halloumi on a plate decorated with cherry tomatoes, cucumber wedges and fresh oregano.
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Try this Crispy Air Fryer Halloumi recipe: quick & easy in minutes. This post will walk you through how to make perfectly crispy air fryer Halloumi in just minutes. To begin with, air frying Halloumi is a game-changing way to enjoy this…

3 slices of Beef Liver Pâté on a cream colored plate decorated with pickled asparagus, onions and capers.
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This Beef Liver Pâté recipe is well suited for Carnivore Diet followers. Fresh Beef Liver and shallots are sautéed in brown butter, then blended with fresh thyme, Irish grass fed butter and a dash of Irish whiskey. This is a…

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