Recipezaar: Finger Food,Fruit recipes

Cilantro, Lemon & Chili Pesto

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:53:27 -0500

A tasty pesto incorporating the flavours of cilantro, lemon & chili. Ideal served stirred into freshly cooked pasta, boiled new potatoes or spooned over freshly cooked fish. -- posted by English_Rose

White Balsamic Chutney

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 16:13:33 -0500

A tangy chutney made with apples, onions & white balsamic vinegar. -- posted by English_Rose

Hg's Top Banana Bread - Ww Points = 2

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:21:42 -0500

From Hungry Girl: "Go Bananas! Banana bread typically has pretty horrific nutritionals, so we set out to create a guilt-free version. And (tada!) here it is. FYI, if you're looking for a cake-tastic sweet treat with a POINTS® value of 2*, a fat slice of this stuff topped with Cool Whip Free is the way to go..." Serving Size: 1 (thick!) slice Calories: 140 Fat: 0.5g Sodium: 267mg Carbs: 31g Fiber: 3.75g Sugars: 7g Protein: 5g POINTS® value 2* NOTE: On 3/1/2009, I decided to make these into muffins instead of bread. The batch made 9 muffins which I baked for exactly 28 minutes. I calculated the points and they are 2 points for each muffin. :-) -- posted by senseicheryl

Apple Muffins

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 10:34:17 -0500

Here is another recipe from the www.recipe4living.com website. This one has dried apples in it. "Flavored with dried apples and cinnamon, these sweet muffins are made from a traditional Samhain recipe." -- posted by senseicheryl

Fresh Cherry Cake

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:04:25 -0500

Delicious and perfect for a picnic. For a picnic, make the cake up to 24 hours ahead and return it to the clean tin when cold. Dust liberally with icing sugar, then wrap in cling film or foil. -- posted by English_Rose

Choc-Cherry Muffins

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:04:32 -0500

If youve got a spare half-an-hour, whip up these easy muffins and freeze them for when you need them. To freeze: Pack the cold muffins in a freezer bag, seal and freeze for up to 1 month. To serve, defrost in the bag for a couple of hours then warm through on a baking sheet in an oven at 375F for 5-8 mins. -- posted by English_Rose

Rum-Raisin Bars

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:30:35 -0500

Here is another recipe from the www.bettycrocker.com website. "Why wait for the holidays to make a flavor favorite? Rum-Raisin Bars are easy enough to make for a weeknight treat." Substitution - Use orange juice for the rum. Youll get a slightly different but yummy flavor. How-To: A plastic food-storage bag makes quick work of crushing cereal. Fold or close the open end and squeeze with your hands or roll a can of food over the bag to crush. -- posted by senseicheryl

Cumin & Tahini Yogurt Dip

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:52:23 -0500

Try serving thisalongside your favourite tagine or spicy vegetable soups with pita to dip. -- posted by English_Rose

Apple Muffins With Pecan Topping

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 17:53:52 -0500

These muffins arent too sweet and are delicious warm with a slice of cheese. For a variation, try replacing the apple with a chopped banana and play around with the spices. -- posted by English_Rose

Classic English Salad Cream - Oil Free Salad Dressing

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 00:46:32 -0500

The salad cream that most of us in the UK know, love and use was invented by Heinz in 1914 and was very popular with working classes; a truly socialist salad dressing if you will. However, its popularity waned in the latter part of the century, with the arrival of the decadent mayonnaise, flaunting its Continental French and Spanish roots and pushing the humble salad cream to one side. However, like any good socialist, salad cream would not go away and still remains a firm favourite in the UK with people who have refused to climb that social ladder to mayonnaise!! My recipe for homemade salad cream comes from Mrs Beeton's cookbook originally, but I have made some modifications. Mrs Beeton uses quite a lot of vinegar in my humble opinion, but the recipe is flexible so add more if you wish. I prefer salad cream when I am trying to cut back on fat - plus I rather like it's tangy flavour, and it is truly wonderful when spooned over hard boiled eggs or fresh lettuce leaves. Or, try it in sandwiches and dips, for a lighter taste to mayonnaise. -- posted by French Tart

Fruit Swords

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 01:30:16 -0500

Just a fun way to serve fruit as an appetizer. Made these for my son's birthday party with those sword toothpicks and the kids loved it! You can always use regular toothpicks or make what ever you want that you can line up the fruit. The kids will love helping to make these as well as eating them. Also use whatever fruit you like these are just my family favs. -- posted by Funandsweet623

Sweet Potato-Pecan Burgers W/Caramelized Onions

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 14:53:50 -0400

Cooking Light Magazine, January/February 2009. Choose breads labeled 100% whole wheat or whole grain to make sure you're getting their benefits. Nuts add healthful unsaturated fats and filling protein to this tasty vegetarian sandwich. ;) As per request. -- posted by Manami

Coconut Cream Tarts With Macadamia Nut Crusts

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 01:50:12 -0400

Beautiful little tarts in a delicious Macadamia crust. Found on myrecipes.com -- posted by kittycatmom

Lite Chocolate Pecan Bars

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 02:04:29 -0400

Posting for safe keeping. Making for my Dad soon!!! Found on myrecipes.com -- posted by kittycatmom

Lemon Cupcakes With Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:11:51 -0400

I've been on a lemon and lime kick lately! Maybe it's related to being pregnant, or that lemons remind me of Spring! Either way these cupcakes are DELICIOUS! Let your inner artist shine. Cupcakes are a fun way to experiment with piping frosting and trying out new decorating ideas. If you mess up, just eat it! Found on countryhome.com -- posted by kittycatmom

Almond Disaronno Truffles

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 01:16:01 -0400

Tender rich little morsels flavored with almonds and almond liquor. -- posted by ~Rita~

Delicious Healthy Truffles

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:52:37 -0400

These make a great snack or dessert. I keep them in a bowl in the fridge, covered, for about three days, and my family munches one or two when they want a bit of something instead of having a piece of chocolate or a cookie. I adapted the recipe from George Mateljan's World's Healthiest Foods website. -- posted by Elise and family

Banana Brownies

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 02:35:52 -0400

Low-Cal recipe -- posted by Miss Monica

Victorian Spring Posy Cake for Easter or Mother's Day

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:11:13 -0400

One of my recent cake inventions - a standard Victoria Sandwich Sponge with a few delicious additions! Fresh oranges and lemons, lemon curd, crystallised violets and mascarpone cheese make this basic sponge cake moist and special enough for the Easter Sunday tea-time table, or for Mum on Mother's Day! I used lemon curd for the icing, but orange curd would also work if you wanted a mellow flavour. I have a recipe for crystallised violets on Zaar, Recipe #216296, and if you don't have any fresh violets, use any sugar paste flowers or cake decorations that work for you - the object is to make a Posy of flowers! This makes a big cake with one layer, you can cut the cakes again and make a three layer gateau if you wish. This cake disappeared quite quickly, but if you have any left, it keeps EXTREMELY well in a tin for up to one week. The sponge cakes can be frozen before icing, cutting back on time if you are going to be busy for the special event. -- posted by French Tart

Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 03:43:01 -0400

A sweet treat for anyone who loves strawberries! Recipe is from Redbook. -- posted by Lainey6605

Grilled Asparagus Wrapped in Prosciutto

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:09:38 -0400

Lovely side for a hot day or great for finger food instead of chips. -- posted by ~Rita~

Chocolate Cookie Treats

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:41:50 -0400

These cookies are a great treat and you won't ruin your diet. This recipe makes 30 (2-inch) cookies. The prep time does not include chilling time for dough. Recipe is from Better Homes and Gardens Heart-Healthy Living magazine. -- posted by Lainey6605

Almond-Lemon Macaroons (Passover Almendrados)

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:21:56 -0400

These delicious and easy to prepare macaroons were printed in the "New York Times" (March 2007) and adapted from "Dulce lo Vivas: La Reposteria Sefardi," ("Live Sweet: the Sefardi Bakery") by Ana Bensadón. The dough require overnight refrigeration. -- posted by blucoat

Chocolate Raspberry Truffles With Fresh Raspberries

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 20:37:04 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping. By Michelle Polzine, from "Grow", Volume 1, 2009 by www.vegetablegardner.com. Prep time includes 1 hour chilling. -- posted by KateL

Black Forest Chocolate Chip & Cherry Cookies

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 01:50:35 -0400

An excellent cookie for chocolate and cherry lovers alike. As you may know, the appellation 'Black Forest' does in fact refer to a forest of that name found in Germany, where the Black Forest Gateau was believed to have originated. Since then chefs have used their imagination to apply the combination of chocolate and tart cherries, customarily soaked in Kirschwasser (also credited to that region, where tart morello cherries grow) to a number of different desserts and delicacies. That being said, this delicious cookie is very adaptable to suit different tastes. It can be made without the chocolate (just add an extra 1/2 cup or so of cherries), extra chocolatey (add 2/3 cup unsw cocoa powder to the batter with the flour), kid friendly (soak the cherries in juice or a simply syrup), or easily halved. These cookies are very moist and chewy, which I love, but if you prefer crunchier cookies you may want to use a different batter base. This recipe is adapted from Dede Wilson's "Chocolate Chip Cookies". Cook time includes chill time. Cheers! -- posted by Oenophilly

Autumn Spice Pound Cake W/ Pomegranate Glaze

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 02:01:25 -0400

Thank God for modern day supermarkets because I can make this cake year round! This combines some of my all-time favorites ( pumpkin, apple, and pomegranate), and is not too sweet but just perfect with a cup of coffee or tea. -- posted by kalamitykris

Blueberry Muffins With Streusel Topping

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:40:23 -0400

Muffins loaded with blueberries and a sweet streusel topping packs a great flavor using buttermilk and pastry flour. This is how I make my kids favorite snack or on the go breakfast. They can never get enough! They come out moist inside with a nice crunch on top and are always requested ;) -- posted by Vseward (Chef~V)

Fig Nut Candy

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:49:57 -0400

An easy-peasy sweet little bite from the Western chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947. -- posted by Molly53

Open-Face Crab Burgers and Red Pepper Dressing

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 23:56:11 -0400

The burger's undeniable appeal and infinite flexibility have made some of the best burgers today not made of beef. These burgers can be served on toasted pita pocket or even a lettuce leaf are fun standins for the traditional bun! Theese patties are served open-face with a spicy red pepper dressing. Bon Appetit Magazine, May 2009 edition, by Jeanne Thiel Kelley. Organic can be very pricey but it makes this taste awesome, also, it is low cal! It calls for at least 1 hr chilling time. -- posted by Manami

Chocolate Banana Bread

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:14:58 -0400

This recipe is from Food Network star Tyler Florence. -- posted by Lainey6605

Four-Fruit Banana Muffins

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:23:18 -0400

This is a healthful and delicious way to make muffins! -- posted by SAHMchef

Brioche-Crab Melts

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 01:50:14 -0400

Recipe by Vitaly Paley, published in F&W magazine, February 2006 edition. Chef Paley, chef and owner of Paley's Place, created this deliciously indulgent version of the classic tuna melt while competing in a cook-off sponsored by the Oregon Dungeness Crab Commission. Pairing moist chunks of crab with brioche, truffle butter and nutty Gruyere cheese easily snagged him a first-place prize.;) The crab salad can be refrigerated overnight!! From Winemakers On Board: Oregon Pinto Noir and Snowboarding. -- posted by Manami

Banana Cream Flautas (Maya Style!)

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:56:07 -0400

Everyone calls me the Magyver of the Kitchen, lol! This recipe was a result of one of those nights that I want something sweet and am determined to find the perfect something. These come out to be crispy sweet and delectible! Perfectly accompanies any mexican dish. -- posted by m_peaches07

Hg's Crazy-Delicious Cheesy Cherry Danish - Ww Points = 3

Mon, 04 May 2009 19:59:38 -0400

Here is another one from Hungry Girl: "Great Danish! This is, hands down, the world's BEST guilt-free Danish. You may actually cry tears of joy when you taste it. Please, please, PLEASE make it this week and report back to us. It is LIFE-CHANGINGLY delicious." Serving Size: 1/9th of Danish Calories: 118 Fat: 4.25g Sodium: 275mg Carbs: 17g Fiber: 0.5g Sugars: 5g Protein: 3.5g POINTS® value 3* -- posted by senseicheryl

Anzac Day Oaty Biscuits

Fri, 08 May 2009 01:35:29 -0400

I found this recipe for a healthier Anzac Day biscuit on the New Zealand Heart Foundation website. It comes from a program they have done aimed at schools. I was also drawn to it because of the lack of coconut which I was finding in a lot of Anzac Day biscuit recipe. Since I am not a fan of coconut these sound perfect for me. The recipe didn't give a yield. So, I am guessing on that. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Macadamia Shortbread

Fri, 08 May 2009 02:03:07 -0400

An Australian twist on the classic shortbread. Cooking time includes the chilling time for the dough. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Orange Macadamia Nut Cookies

Fri, 08 May 2009 02:24:35 -0400

A classic combination of Macadamia Nuts and White Chocolate kissed with Orange. From Christmas with Southern Living 2000. No need to wait for Christmas though, with a cold glass of milk or some tea, they are good anytime. Please allow 2 hours for dough to chill in the refrigerator -- posted by cookiedog

Macadamia Nut Bars

Fri, 08 May 2009 11:40:32 -0400

Macadamia nuts first grew in the coastal ropical forests of northeastern Australia and were discovered there by Dr. MacAdam. Make these bars when you want to splurge. From The New Carry-Out Cuisine. -- posted by cookiedog

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Muffins

Fri, 08 May 2009 23:18:01 -0400

White chocolate and macadamia nuts make these muffins special and they even start out with a biscuit and baking mix. They are best served warm. From Christmas with Southern Living. -- posted by cookiedog

Barbecued Shrimp With Mango Lime Mayonnaise

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:11:57 -0400

Apparently, Australians don't actually do much 'shrimp on the barbie' but thanks to Paul Hogan the world thinks otherwise. Traditional or not BBQ shrimp is actually really nice and this is an extra nice way of serving it. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Pink Lamingtons

Sat, 09 May 2009 00:48:56 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT. From Marie Claire. This is the most popular Australian snack, a sure winner at a bake sale. And is it easy! The more traditional Lamingtons have cocoa, but dare to be different. If using cornmeal, pulverize it in a food processor to get a fine flour texture. Preparation time includes 8-hours sitting time. -- posted by KateL

Churros Con Chocolate (Spanish)

Sat, 09 May 2009 01:02:17 -0400

the original churros of Italy's just really flour and water. The first time I tried this when I was a kid, I fell in love with it. Just got to love the smell when cooking! Serving size varies depending on the appetite, width and length. This serving alone's enough for DH and me and is so filling! -- posted by Pneuma

Mexican Seafood Saute With Avocado-Mango Salsa

Wed, 13 May 2009 22:13:39 -0400

Sauteed scallops and shrimp are paired with a vibrant sweet-savory salsa, gives this dish s WOW factor! Serve with warms corn or flour tortillas and a good Mexican beer! Bohemia beer is crisp and slightly spicy ($8 per six-pack) Bon Appetit Magazine, June 2009 edition. Havem't accounted for waiting time of 30 minutes to an hour. -- posted by Manami

Apricot Brandy Balls

Sun, 17 May 2009 19:16:10 -0400

A different type of truffle from the Family Circle magazine. -- posted by Molly53

Sticky Grilled Drumsticks With Spicy/Sweet Plum Sauce

Mon, 18 May 2009 15:24:21 -0400

Food & Wine Magazine, August 2008 edition. From Pairing of the Day: August 2008, Great Chicken Recipes: Wings, Breasts, Drumsticks and Thighs. Grace Parisi prepares a wonderfully sticky and nicely sweet glaze of fresh plums and red pepper jelly to brush over drumsticks while grilling. Hot red pepper jelly makes for a spicier glaze, sweet pepper jelly creates a milder one. We opted for the milder one because we made it for the home but we made a batch of the spicier glaze for us and it was wonderful! This is a fantastic and tasty recipe for the grill and the summer.Suggested wine: Juicy Primitivo: 2006 . Serve with the drumsticks, corn on the cob with any of the outrageous butter recipes on zaar, a yummy mixed-greens salad with garbanzo beans, bacon, sesame seeds and a champagne vinaigrette, and then for dessert something chocolate and DECADENT! ;) -- posted by Manami

Besitos De Coco (Old Fashioned Coconut Kisses Candy)

Fri, 22 May 2009 02:13:14 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT5. From ElBoricua.com, a Puerto Rican food site. -- posted by KateL

Giant Sugar Plum Cookies

Fri, 22 May 2009 12:07:42 -0400

A lovely filled cookie from an old newspaper clipping. Roll some out for your family gatherings or for story time with a glass of icy cold milk. Chilling time not included in preparation time. -- posted by Molly53

Corsican Mendiant Au Chocolat Blanc

Sun, 31 May 2009 20:01:47 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping. From Rebecca Franklin, about.com. Pure Mediterranean dessert candy delight, Corsican style. For candied orange peel, can use crystallized orange peel. -- posted by KateL

Chilies En Nogada for Mexican Independence Day

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:26:12 -0400

Entered for safe-keeping. From about.com. Green chile, white walnut sauce and red pomegranate- the colors of the Mexican flag. This dish is a Mexican Independence day favorite, a seasonal specialty of the Mexican State of Puebla in the Central Region. -- posted by KateL

Strawberry Poppers

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 17:36:19 -0400

Adapted from allrecipes; posted for safekeeping. Yield will depend on size of berries. -- posted by KlynnPadilla

Karen's Smooth French Milk Mussels

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 22:30:48 -0400

These mussels have the taste of anise from the tarragon,chervil and further complemented with Pernod Ricard. Yes! You can use Absinthe or any liquor that has an anise flavor like Ouzo or Sambuca. Milk in the title is not only because of the cream but when you add ice cold water to the Ricard ( a pastis) it turns to a milky color. This pastis my Husband fell in Love with when we visited Paris. Made as an appetizer serving 6-10 people, be sure to have lots of crisp French bread to dip into the sauce. If you prefer to serve as a meal pour over cooked pasta with a nice side of salad. Serve with a pastis, Ricard of course! Named after a very special goddess on zaar. ;) -- posted by ~Rita~

Corn Pone Cookies

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:19:49 -0400

An unusual but tasty cookie with a touch of the South. From an old newspaper clipping. -- posted by Molly53

Chocolate Walnut Brownies

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:20:59 -0400

Melt in your mouth brownies, A quick step by step easy recipe for the perfect brownies.If you prefer not to have walnuts you can replace with chocolate chips, another nut like almonds or pecans or just remove the walnuts altogether. -- posted by x Nat x

Banana Oatmeal Drop Cookies

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:31:06 -0400

These wholesome, chewy oatmeal cookies, made without flour or eggs are good for the cookie jar since the raisins and banana add moisture to the oatmeal/walnut dough. -- posted by Molly53

Yucatan-Style Shrimp/ Plantain Crisp/Guava Cream/Annatto Oil

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 10:30:03 -0400

Grilled shrimp which have been marinated in a Yucatan-Style marinade are served on plantain chips with a dollop of Guava Cream and a drizzle of Annatto Oil for a very elegant appetizer. Cooling time in the refrigerator = 30 minutes. McCormick Gourmet web site -- posted by Manami

Wild Berry Muffins

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:36:39 -0400

A yummy June treat, when wild strawberries start growing in and around the garden. -- posted by chefchen

Fruit Cocktail Lunch Box Bars

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:27:31 -0400

Lunchboxes aren't just for kids anymore. They also belong to hard-working people who like to "brown bag" their midday meal (or supper, in the case of late shift workers). These cookie bars don't need to be limited to the lunchbox. They're perfect with a glass of icy cold milk. From an old newspaper clipping. -- posted by Molly53

Raspberry Cream Cheese Brownies

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 17:43:16 -0400

This recipe was posted in Good Housekeeping magazine. It is a celebrity dish from Ray Romano. It looks delicious! -- posted by Lainey6605

Almond Honey Granola

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:30:39 -0400

The advantage to using honey instead of sugar in granola is that you need significantly less. This is a good recipe as is, but please feel free to experiment with coconut, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, powdered milk or additional oil or honey for a richer taste. Ground granola makes a wonderful crumb crust for pies, too! From an old newspaper clipping. -- posted by Molly53

Grilled Halibut Sandwich

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:44:26 -0400

Grilled olive oil coated bread loaded wilt grilled mango, onion, red bell peppers.I enjoyed this without any extra spreads but DH wanted mayo but he didn't want the mango or avocado. Which adds moisture and creaminess. As you see this is very versatile. -- posted by ~Rita~

Crab Cakes With Lemon Butter and Plum Tomato Salsa

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:52:46 -0400

Straight forward, savory first course with elegant results. Easy and tasty. Works well as a first course served with Vevue Clicquot Champagne. From Bon Appetit January 2004. -- posted by College Girl

Tandoori-Style Chicken Burgers

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 14:24:33 -0400

To keep burgers juicy, resist the urge to press patties down during grilling. We made these with turkey and they were delicious! Served both types of yogurt sauces: cumin yogurt sauce and yogurt sauce with cilantro and lemon. - it was a 50-50 tie! MarthaStewart.com :) Marinating time was not figured in - 10 to 30 minutes. -- posted by Manami

Shrimp Bites Wrapped in Greens

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:07:02 -0400

Isabel Cruz's Spicy "Shoestring" Party Menu for a Sultry Late-Summer Night - CBS Morning Show, 09/01/2007. The San Diego-based chef likes to marry the tastes of Latin American cooking she grew up with to the Pacific Rim tastes she's come to know as a Californian. But most of all, Cruz likes to keep her cooking clean, fresh, flavorful and healthy - she likes to go for flavors that pop and offer contrast to one another. She has 5 restaurants on the West Coast, from Portland, Ore. down to San Diego, Ca:). She has also published a cookbook "Isabel's Cantina."Growing-up, Isabel's friends were Puerto Rican, Cuban, Peruvian, and she also spent time with her Asian friends learning Japanese, Chinese and Korean cuisine. Thus, was born her fusion of different flavors. "This is a Thai appetizer of shrimp wrapped with coconut, peanuts, and chiles in a leaf. She likes to use raw collard greens as wrappers for these spicy little snacks, which she drizzles with a little guava sauce to complete the hot-sweet Thai flavors while also bringing these bites further into the Latin realm. Prepare these ingredients in advance, and then assemble these at the last minute." She was given a $60 budget to create a dinner menu for 6 people - thus: Chef on a Shoesting. -- posted by Manami

Asian Shrimp and Avocado Salad

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:23:46 -0400

Crisp Napa Cabbage leaves are tossed with shrimp and cucumber, then, topped with wasabi-avocado dressing. Baked ramen noodles make a crispy topping.;) Recipe developed by McCromick by Southern Living Cookbook School. There is enough of this colorful salad for entertaining! -- posted by Manami

British Fig Rolls - Almost Better Than Shop Bought!

Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:47:22 -0400

This is a recipe I found many years ago for authentic Fig Rolls, and they are almost better than the shop bought variety, much though I love the commercial ones! Try to roll out the pastry as thinly as possible, other than that, this recipe is a breeze to make. Fig rolls are a much-loved "biscuit" from my childhood days and I make them whenever I can as I now live in France, as we cannot get them here. Fig rolls are great for a mid-morning snack with a cuppa as well as being ideal for school lunchboxes, picnics, gifts and afternoon tea. (I have posted this recipe on Zaar especially for Lalaloula, who asked about a fig roll recipe in the British forum.) -- posted by French Tart

Brie With Strawberries and Herbs in Puffed Pastry

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:43:30 -0400

Warm molten Brie cheese with strawberries and fresh herbs, encased in a delicate puff pastry--delicious! This is a great recipe, and very easy to prepare using frozen puff pastry. Serve with slices of crusty baguette or crackers. -- posted by BecR

Mini-Corncakes With Avocado & Lime Salsa

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 02:38:17 -0400

"Put very simply, canapés are nothing more than tops and bottoms with endless variations ensuring you will never, ever get bored with serving them." This is what The Passionate Cook, Johanna Wagner, has to say! They give you sustenance while chatting before sitting down to the meal. In all supermarkets thwew is a wide selection of pre-made finger food; vol-au-vents, mini quiches [which are awesome!] salmon rolls, or cheese bites, but isn't it more satisfying making your own??? This canapé consists of a fritter made with (fresh, frozen or canned) corn and a simple batter & adding chilli flakes and coriander! This dish can be made with another type of bottom and store-bought salsa & guacamole, season it(to make it your own) serve with coriander leaves & VOILA! ;) -- posted by Manami

Aioli Shrimp and Dill Canapes

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 03:03:07 -0400

Tiny cocktail shrimp with aioli on toast, topped with bits of fresh lemon zest and feathery dill. Very pretty dinner party appetizers. -- posted by BecR

Tuna, Pickle, and Chopped-Vegetable Pita Sandwiches

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 12:40:20 -0400

This is a delicious, flavourful, and healthy tuna salad sandwich from Bon Appétit Magazine (August 2002). It's also good without the apple. If you are not a pickle lover, use a little less pickle. Per serving: Calories: 304; Fat, 5 g -- posted by blucoat

Jelly Pinwheels

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:49:52 -0400

Got this recipe from a friend last X-mas. We were talking about leftovers and I told her I bought several refrigerated piecrust in a box cause they were on sale. Now had a bunch in the freezer to use up and this was her suggestion. Sooooo simple! -- posted by Happy Harry #2

Grilled Tuna Rolls

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 10:50:04 -0400

This is an Ina Garten Recipe - it has her stamp all over it! Once the tuna has been cooked there is a 20 minute cooling period. -- posted by Manami

Fresh Figs With Honey, Yogurt, and Walnuts

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:47:07 -0400

Fresh figs cut into 'blossoms' and filled with honey, yogurt and walnuts! These make a great appetizer, or ending to any meal. Truly a food fit for the Gods! -- posted by BecR

Tomato Strawberry Salsa

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:13:44 -0400

Good as a dip with tortilla chips or to top some grilled chicken, or pork or fish. Loosely based on a local farmer's market's recipe. -- posted by *Parsley*

Fig Jam and Goat Cheese Crostini

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:18:54 -0400

Flavors of fallsage and figspair up with tangy goat cheese for an elegant appetizer thats a perfect pairing for a glass of bubbly. The toasts can be made up to a day ahead and stored at room temperature in an airtight container. The sage can also be prepared a day ahead, loosely wrapped in a paper towel, and stored in an airtight container. Fig jam can be purchased at high-end grocery stores. Quince jam, a.k.a. membrillo, would also be delicious here. Taken from CHOW.com -- posted by alligirl

Savoy Truffles

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 03:31:17 -0400

Yum---these truffles taste sort of like an Almond Joy! Recipe found online, originally from Matt Amsden's "Rawvolution" cookbook. -- posted by BecR

Toasted Butter Pecans

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 01:55:35 -0400

This recipe comes from the cookbook that accompanied my first microwave, in 1974. These salty, crunchy pecans are good for snacking. They also go well with drinks. You may want to adjust the amount of seasoned salt to your taste, particularly if you use salted butter. -- posted by Desert Baker

Coconut Barfi

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:04:45 -0400

I found this mouth-watering and delicious recipe while cleaning my home this morning for the upcoming Ganeshotsav. It is really a delight! Try it :) It was submitted by Agrika B. Vaishnav to the Thursday magazine and appeared in the issue dated August 16th-22nd'2007. She even won the R.O. 20 coupon for her incredible recipe!!! So what are you waiting for, go ahead and make these quickly!! -- posted by Charishma Ramchandani

Shrine Wings & Sake Sangria

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:06:51 -0400

During a stay at the MGM Grand at Foxwood in Connecticut, Jenny McCarthy thought their Shrine Wings were so good, she snagged the recipe! Say goodbye to summer by treating yourself to the actress's favorite finger food and to drink, Sake Sangria! About $8.00 per person!!!! -- posted by Manami

Grandmother's Strawberry Jam

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:02:59 -0400

Old fashioned strawberry goodness! This delicious jam with its rich, fruity Strawberry flavor is lovely served on warm buttered scones with Devon or Cornish cream for a traditional English Strawberry Cream Tea. An updated old family recipe. Enjoy! -- posted by BecR

Peach and Prosciutto Appetizer

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:42 -0400

This is a delicious appetizer that makes quite a statement. There are combos like this but the secret ingredient is the AGED balsamic. If you don't have it and can't afford it look at the hint for an alternative. The aged is worth it though and now I use it for other dressings. This is from Brumley's originally. Delicious and a great presentation too. No cook for those great summer get togethers but a terrific treat anytime. Enjoy. ChefDLH -- posted by ChefDLH

Date Bars

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:45:04 -0400

Similar to fig newtons but with dates! It uses honey to sweeten it instead of sugar which compliments the dates nicely. This recipe is from the American Wholefoods Cuisine cookbook. -- posted by Leah's Kitchen

Pears With Herbed Goat Cheese and Fig Preserves

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:45:19 -0400

Serve as a lovely autumnal snack or appetizer--goes great with a baguette and a glass of wine! -- posted by BecR

Won Ton Wrapped Chicken With Apricot Dipping Sauce

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:58:17 -0400

This is a great appetizer or main dish from "Kosher By Design" by Susie Fishbein. The sweetness makes it perfect for Rosh Hashanah. To make a pareve recipe, replace the chicken with 2 cans of salmon (skins and bones removed). Although this is a very easy recipe, the chicken must marinate for at least 8 hours so start this one the day before. For a healthier option,you can bake these in the oven. Serves 8 as a main course. -- posted by blucoat

Turkey Burgers

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:23:31 -0400

These are prepared with reduced-fat sour cream & mango chutney also some other goodies, like Dijon mustard which will give them additional moisture and flavor. They are truly delicious! Serve in some Romaine lettuce instead of bread - a little messy but . . . .good! ;) Martha Stewart web site, first published in 2006. -- posted by Manami

Papa Chow

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:48:40 -0400

The ultimate snacking treat. Colorful and great tasting! I had been at a retreat and they served this during a break. I went home and made up a batch and have been making it on a regular basis ever since. My husband is addicted. -- posted by Todd's Wife

Spiced Autumn Walnut and Golden Syrup Tart-Pie

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:58:40 -0400

This sticky and lightly spiced walnut tart is absolutely perfect for any autumn gathering, especially Thanksgiving, Halloween or Bonfire Night. It combines walnuts together with warm spices and a hint of orange, which are all bound together in a buttery syrup filling.......if you cannot get hold of golden syrup, you can use honey instead. Serve this pie with a dollop of cream, crème fraiche or yoghurt. -- posted by French Tart

Grilled Shrimp With Kahlua-Chipotle Chile Glaze

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:42:33 -0400

Recipe by Bon Appetit Chef de Cuisine - Jonathan Lindenauer. We have yet to try these out but they are on my list!!! Bon Appetit magazine, "Fiesta of the Senses" November 2009 edition. Am posting it here for safekeeping. :) Chef Jonathan says "the spices used in the glaze for the shrimp are a signature of Mexican cuisine. The heat they bring and the sweetness of the dish are offset by this bubbly Kahlua cocktail - 2 oz Kahlua Coffe Liqueur in a highball glass and club soda as needed.- a wonderful drink for a holiday toast!" ;) -- posted by Manami

Apple Strudel Easy!

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:50:21 -0400

This is made easy with store bought puff pastry. I used a mix of dried nuts and dried fruit but you can use either or. -- posted by ~Rita~

Apple Coffee Cake With Crumble Topping

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:00:30 -0400

I got this recipe from food network and it tastes amazing it even has an optional brown sugar glaze -- posted by rachtach123

Alouette Baby Brie Toasts With Pear and Chocolate Wine Sauce

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:56:21 -0400

Impressive and delicious appetizer that with a little pre-work assembles quickly just before guests arrive. Sure to impress with both flavor and presentation! -- posted by Wish I Could Cook

Apple Coffee Cake With Crumble Topping

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:40:21 -0400

I got this recipe from food network and it tastes amazing it even has an optional brown sugar glaze -- posted by rachtach123

Autumn Maple Pecan Layer Cake With Penuche Fudge Frosting

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:08:20 -0400

This wonderful cake recipe is an adapted one from the Magnolia Bakery Cookbook. The penuche fudge frosting is an old Southern recipe. Makes a very attractive presentation, especially when the cake plate is adorned with beautiful autumn leaves. This cake freezes beautifully, just allow the cake to defrost completely before filling and frosting the layers. I recommend Canadian or Vermont maple syrup and Georgia or Texas pecans, but you can use any pure maple syrup and could use walnuts, although we prefer pecans in this recipe. -- posted by BecR

Asian Inspired Coconut Crab Cakes

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 21:16:07 -0400

I got the idea for this recipe taking an international cooking class in college.. I adapted it til it was perfect.. -- posted by GingerlyJ

Creamy Strawberry Fritters With Nesquik Batter

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:26:02 -0400

Because I'm a kid at heart. :D I bought Strawberry Nesquik to make Recipe #179934 and decided I should look for, as well as come up with my own, recipes involving Nesquik. I was in the mood for a strawberry overload -- posted by the80srule

Strawberry Ghosts

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:03:10 -0400

Kids will gasp in delight at these adorable ghosts from Nancy Mueller in Bloomington, Minnesota. Juicy strawberries, chocolate and a lick of almond flavor make these little bites a howling success! -- posted by Yesi09

Microwaved Caramel Apples

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:51:15 -0400

I found this to be the quickest and easiest caramel apple recipe I have tried. I started out using 5 bags of caramels, and then added more as I needed. It really does make the operation much easier using lots of caramel, especially when you can cool and store the rest of the caramel to use in other things, or cut up with scissors and eat as a candy. -- posted by Sue L

Easy Delicious Banana Bread

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:22:27 -0400

I found this recipe in the Columbus Community Columbus Missouri Association cookbook. It was submitted by Christie Wilson of Warrensburg, MO. It's my family's favorite recipe for banana bread as it uses no vegetable oil. It's quick and easy to mix up, and comes out moist and delicious every time. Baking time is approximate as oven temperatures vary. -- posted by Laura_Ozz

Christmas Muffins - Wholemeal.

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:23:34 -0500

Green, Red and Gold: The colours of Christmas. Make this festive muffin for friends and family, and give another option for those who don't love fruit cake. Happy holidays! -- posted by TALIA #3

Savory Sausage Breakfast Rolls

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:43:00 -0500

These are filled with sausage and Gruyere cheese and boy do they hit the spot! We added red pepper flakes and it made it even more delectable. We used turkey sausage but reduced-fat pork sausages were used in the original which I found in Cooking Light Magazine, October 2009 edition. -- posted by Manami

Hawaiian Hospitality Banana Nut Bread

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:51:14 -0500

In Hawaii. the Pineapple is a symbol of Hospitality, so this "friendly" banana-pineapple bread with macadamia nuts is just the right thing ;) to serve when yo are having guests over or to take with you to give as a nice house warming gift or as a delicious treat for your hosts. I tasted this at a freind's house and it was delicious - she put rum & kahlua in it and was it scrumptious! :) Delightful. Enjoy this bread as a snack or toast and spread cream cheese over it for a tasty breakfast treat.September 3, 20005 diana'sdesserts.com. Didn't allow for cooling time. -- posted by Manami