This is a recipe that my mother loved to use at the holidays!! It is quick EASY and can be prepared (and frozen) in advance! Enjoy this, it tastes GREAT!
Canapes and Crostini
Bayou Crostini
Broiled oysters are elevated from southern backyard fare to upscale appetizers that still call for licking your fingers afterwards. You can use plain oysters or smoked oysters in this recipe which is sure to please every oyster lover out there. This is a great brunch dish or supper appetizer and goes particularly well with champagne.
Prosciutto Parmesan and Pine Nut Bruschetta
This fabulous appetizer was wonderful at our wine tasting group. Lightly toasted French baguette slices are spread with a diced prosciutto and Parmesan cheese blend, then sprinkled with toasted pine nuts.
Easy Cucumber Party Sandwiches
These easy, beautiful, yummy sandwiches are perfect for brunches, tea parties or spring and summer lunches. Can be prepared ahead of time and assembled just before serving. This is an easy appetizer to prepare the day before, except for the assembly. The cream cheese mixture is actually better after about 8 hours. Feel free to experiment with the dressing; we prefer the buttermilk dressing but ranch or Italian works great, too. Also, cocktail bread can be substituted for the hand-cut bread, which will save 10 to 15 minutes.
Garlic and Cheese Bruschetta
Reduced fat ingredients make this yummy bruschetta especially loveable. Swiss cheese and onions lend their distinctive flavors to appetizers that are impossible to resist.
Crabmeat Canapes
Easy and wonderful crab canapes made on English muffins. They can be made and frozen ahead of time. Cooked pork sausage may be substituted for crabmeat.
Bay Scallops with Garlic Parsley Butter Sauce
They say smell is the sense most closely linked to memory recall, and that was certainly the case while making these garlicky, buttery bay scallops on toast. As waves of the wonderful aromas wafted up from the pan, they brought back a flood of vivid memories of my first kitchen job.
Cheese Puffs (Gougeres)
Light, airy, cheese puffs are a versatile addition to a meal or appetizer plate. Tiny, they’re like soup nuts. Larger, they pair well with beer or wine. Even bigger, they can be split and filled with ham, chicken, tuna salad, or even more cheese! These are easier to make than the recipe sounds, yet the result looks impressive enough that you can tell your friends you slaved over them.
Crostini with Mozzarella and Tomato
I had this in an Italian Restaurant close to home. This is my version. Make extra because these little treats disappear rather quickly.
Rye Bread Party Pizzas
Very easy little pizzas to make — my family counts on them for New Year’s Eve! This recipe uses plenty of melted cheese, a dash of Worcestershire sauce and a dash of ketchup, all mixed with beef and sausage. Perfect for preparing ahead and freezing!
Cucumber and Olive Appetizers
I got this recipe from one of my cooking classes in college. It’s the "old fashioned" type of appetizer, but one that makes a beautiful display on the plate and I never take any home with me because they disappear quickly.
Nutty Goat Cheese Bites
Tastes rich and crunchy, yet it’s very quick and simple to prepare. Lovely with a nice glass of wine. Sometimes I make this for myself to eat with a salad.
Pear and Blue Cheese Pastry Triangles
To die for delicious. Fairly quick appetizer and guests can’t get enough. The perfect balance of sweet and savory. Easy to adjust for large or small groups. Don’t skip the onions!
