For the classic pairing of cheese with crackers, this combination of hard Spanish cheeses with crisp, almond crackers is a delight for the senses. Assembled in just 5 minutes, the buttery Manchego and Iberico cheeses pair perfectly with the nutty Simple Mill’s crackers, without one (more).
These savory dates, also known as Devils on Horseback, are far from frightening. In fact, they’re the opposite, ushering in a taste of heaven. Stuffed with honey goat cheese, dried apricots, glazed pecans, and drizzled with honey butter, they’ll be the hit of any party! (more).
These green chile and cheese pastry poppers will melt in your mouth as the epic southwestern flavors of cream cheese, sour cream, olives, cheddar cheese, and chilies are complemented by flaky, pastry puff sheets. It will be a surefire hit of any party, as your (more).
This tzatziki, or yogurt cucumber dip, is worthy of a prize, as it can be combined with my Baba Ganoush, Eggplant Dip and my Ever-So-Delicious Classic Hummus (see Appetizers). Serve these for a Middle Eastern/Greek dinner, and your guests will be moved by your food! (more).
Who knew that this Arabic phrase, bābā ḡannūj, translates to father of coquetry or pampered daddy? And who knew that it was rumored a member of the royal harem supposedly created this glorious dip? * **This dip is regal with its mix of roasted eggplant, (more).
After years of trial and error, you can learn from my blunders and benefit from the right balance of tahini to lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic. This creamy mix is a welcome taste for vegans and the population at large. Try it once and (more).
Here My Chipotle Hummus With A Kick is the perfect fusion of Mediterranean and Mexican cuisines. This tasty starter draws on the heat of Mexican chipotle peppers in adobo sauce but tames it with the cooling effect of absorbent sour cream, garbanzo beans, and tahini. (more).
With my party cheese ball, the sweetness of the coconut date rolls enhances the mild flavor of the goat and cream cheese. And the textural crunch of the pecans offsets the softness of the cheese. Serve with a biscuit and you have an unforgettable crowd-pleaser! (more).
This dip has a subtle orchestra of flavors, running from the salty hint of the artichokes and Parmesan cheese to the sour notes of the vinegar marinade. It is perfect in itself and does not need the heavy fat, as added by many others. *Note: (more).
After a lot of experimentation, here I’ve struck on my palate’s balance of garlic to lemon juice to salt, fine tuning the ratios, so all you need to do is add these ingredients. The result is a chunky guacamole that supersedes all the overly mushy (more).