Butternut Squash Crostini with Whipped Goat Cheese and Pickled Cranberries

A plate of crostini topped with whipped goat cheese, butternut squash puree, a halved pickled cranberry, and crispy sage

An appetizer fit for Fall! Butternut Squash is roasted and pureed and combined with tangy whipped goat cheese on a slice of toasted baguette. It’s topped with tart pickled cranberries and crispy sage. Perfectly savory and delicious! I love appetizers. This should come as no surprise if you’ve been reading my blog for some time. I find the idea of appetizers so inspiring: there’s soRead more ->

Quick and Easy Thanksgiving Turnovers

These quick and easy Thanksgiving Turnovers are handle pastry pockets filled the tastiest leftovers! I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Please read the full disclosure policy. Thanksgiving Turnovers If you find yourself with ample leftovers from a large Thanksgiving meal with family and friends, this is the recipe to make! Wrapping savoryRead more ->

High Protein Zesty Ranch Dip

A bowl of ranch dip topped with dill surrounded by vegetables

I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Please read the full disclosure policy. The Perfect High Protein Dip! Who doesn’t love Ranch dressing? It seems to be “America’s Dip”, with lovers using it as a dip for everything from carrot sticks to pizza. While a pre-packaged version brings convenience, it also includes aRead more ->

How To Make The Most Mouthwatering Marinated Gigante Beans

A pita topped with marinated beans tossed with parsley and red pepper

Gigante Beans are marinated in olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices. The end result is a tender and flavorful side or snack, perfect spooned on toasted bread. Make these Marinated Gigante Beans today!  I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Please read the full disclosure policy. Marinated Gigante Beans Marinating beans isRead more ->

Festive Pistachio and Cranberry Goat Cheese Log

A goat cheese log rolled in pistachios and cranberries on a matte black platter with a wooden-handled knife

This Pistachio and Cranberry Goat Cheese Log is a stunning appetizer to serve! Tangy goat cheese is rolled in crunchy pistachios and tart cranberries.  I’ve linked a few products in this post that are affiliate links. Note that I may receive a small commission. Pistachio and Cranberry Goat Cheese Log Crunchy pistachios and tart cranberries envelope a log of goat cheese in this delicious appetizer!Read more ->

Ōra King Salmon Crudo with Yuzu, Capers, and Dill

Ōra King salmon crude topped with dill and capers

This Ōra King Salmon Crudo with Yuzu, Capers, and Dill is a gorgeous presentation of the delicious fish. Thinly sliced Ōra King salmon is drizzled with a yuzu olive oil and bright vinegar and topped with colorful ingredients which add flavor and bite. A Very Pretty Plate There are some recipes that are almost too pretty to eat. Where the colors are impossibly bright, theRead more ->

Scallop Ceviche

Scallop ceviche with colorful vegetables

This Scallop Ceviche is unbeatably fresh and flavorful! Sweet bay scallops are cured in lime and grapefruit juice and tossed with crisp vegetables. Perfect served with tortilla chips! Ceviche is a delicious summery salad or scoopable that deserves a spot on your snack list. My version features sweet bay scallops, a variety of tasty and crisp vegetables, cilantro, and a ton of flavor! Read onRead more ->

Garlicky Sautéed Mushrooms

Whole mushrooms sautéed with thyme and garlic

These Garlicky Sautéed Mushrooms are tender, earthy, and so flavorful. The perfect side dish or snack, and so simple to make. Garlicky Sautéed Mushrooms There are two people in this world: those who love mushrooms, and those who do not. I happen to be of the first group, and am proud of it. I’m not sure there’s a mushroom out there that I don’t love,Read more ->

Pineapple Cheese Ball

A pineapple cheese ball covered in almonds looking like a pinecone

This Pineapple Cheese Ball is one of my all-time favorite holiday appetizers! Pineapple adds sweetness and green onion adds bite. The perfect cheeseball! Nostalgia In Dip Form This creamy Pineapple Cheeseball reminds me of home. Consistently an appetizer that graced our holiday table, this mouthwatering spread quickly becomes a favorite after everyone’s first bite. Sure, at first place the ingredients seem like an interesting combination.Read more ->

Your Guide For The Perfect Grazing Platter

Your Go-To Guide For The Perfect Grazing Platter! What cheeses, meats, spreads, and other accoutrements to make your charcuterie next level. Thank you to Président Cheese for sponsoring this post! All opinions are 100% my own. I’ve partnered with Président cheese to bring you tips and tricks for making your own epic grazing platter! Below are a few rules for consideration, however, you can read the wholeRead more ->