Apples, maple syrup and cinnamon are microwaved, then pureed, for quick and easy apple butter that’s great on any fresh baked good, or sandwich.
Healthy Appetizers
Tilapia Ceviche
This ceviche is so refreshing on hot summer days! Can eat it for snack or have it as an appetizer for your summer BBQ!!
Alicia’s Italian Nachos
Tired of cheese dip nachos? Try this unique version of Italian Nachos. Quick, easy, and yummy!
Vegetable Cutlets
These easy vegetarian patties are great for a snack or as an appetizer. Serve with ketchup or Indian style mint chutney on the side. You can also add cauliflower or corn if you choose.
Cantonese Style Pork and Shrimp Dumplings
I love dumplings and have come up with this recipe using all ingredients that I like. The dumplings consist of pork, shrimp, watercress, water chestnuts, and assorted seasonings, and they are absolutely delicious!
Baked Green Tomatoes
Enjoy the flavor of fried green tomatoes without all the fat. Very easy to prepare with half the mess.
Dulcia Domestica
This dish of dates stuffed with chopped nuts is a ‘home style treat’ that was once savored in ancient Rome. You can replace the pine nuts with almonds if you prefer.
Figs Oozing with Goat Cheese
Fresh figs stuffed with succulent goat cheese, wrapped in grape leaves, roasted on the grill, and drizzled with honey. For an extra oomph of flavor, skewer the figs on rosemary fronds. One bite and you’ll feel as if you’ve reached nirvana!
Smoked Fish Dip
This recipe for smoked fish dip is world class, puts most others to shame, and is served in several prominent restaurants on the gulf coast of Florida. We used smoked whitefish, well boned, but any other smoked fish should work. Serve with crackers, lemon or lime wedges, and capers.
Bacon Wrapped New Potatoes
I was given some tiny fresh new potatoes from a friend’s garden. I was grilling chicken and wanted an appetizer to throw on the grill. The bacon wrapped new potato was born. Serve with ranch dressing or BBQ sauce for dipping.
Mexican Ceviche
This is Authentic Mexican Ceviche, I’ve had it several times in Mexico, and also have learned to cook Mexican food for my husband. Every time I make this it’s a hit.
Pico de Tuna
A low budget, low fat, easy and delicious salsa. You can add as many or as little veggies to your taste. This can easily be multiplied. Serve with crackers or tortilla chips.
Healthier Restaurant-Style Buffalo Chicken Wings
This is the similar to the hot wings recipe served at a popular restaurant chain. Our healthier version features less butter and no frying!
Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce
A tasty honey mustard dipping sauce for chicken fingers, egg rolls, chow mein noodles, ham sandwiches — there’s no limits to this sauce.