Category Archives: Appetizers

Chile Bisque

Chile Bisque
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Mexican Mild Chile Bisque
Servings Prep Time
6 people 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 people 30 minutes
Chile Bisque
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Mexican Mild Chile Bisque
Servings Prep Time
6 people 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 people 30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: people
Instructions
  1. Combine the pulp and the rice in a blender or food processor and make a smooth sauce. Season this sauce highly with the hot sauce and add salt to taste.
  2. Beat the egg with the cream and add to 1 quart of hot milk. Blend the chile rice mixture into the milk, heat, and serve over toast squares.
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Sweet Potato Fritters

Sweet Potato Fritters
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A great acompaniment with any meal.
Servings Prep Time
8 people 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 people 30 minutes
Sweet Potato Fritters
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A great acompaniment with any meal.
Servings Prep Time
8 people 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 people 30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: people
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Season the potatoes with the oil and salt. Place on a baking sheet and roast until tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely. Remove the skin and discard.
  3. In a mixing bowl, mash the potatoes until smooth. Add the egg and breadcrumbs, mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Preheat the oil to 360 degrees F.
  5. Place a spoonful of the sweet potato mixture into the hot oil and fry in batches until golden. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  6. Season with Creole seasoning. To serve, spoon some of BBQ Sauce in the center of each plate. Place a couple of the fritters in the center of the sauce. Garnish with green onions.
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Pizza Buns

Pizza Buns
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Quick and easy pizza! Kids love these tasty little pizzas.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Pizza Buns
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Quick and easy pizza! Kids love these tasty little pizzas.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Mix first 8 items together in a sauce pan and heat over medium heat until warm.
  2. Spread sauce on roll halves and bake in a 350 degree oven until warm and bubbly.
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Tzatziki – Greek Cucumber Sauce

Tzatziki - Greek Cucumber Sauce
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Yougart and Cucumbers make this dipping sauce a falvorful treat!
Prep Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Tzatziki - Greek Cucumber Sauce
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Yougart and Cucumbers make this dipping sauce a falvorful treat!
Prep Time
20 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Chop cucumber and mix with other ingredients well, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Serve with Pita Chips.
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Gurkensalat (Cucumber Relish Salad)

Gurkensalat (Cucumber Relish Salad)
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The German version of Cucumber Relish Salad.
Servings Prep Time
6 people 20 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 people 20 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Gurkensalat (Cucumber Relish Salad)
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The German version of Cucumber Relish Salad.
Servings Prep Time
6 people 20 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 people 20 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: people
Instructions
  1. Slice cucumbers paper-thin. Sprinkle slices with sugar, vinegar, Dill weed, salt and pepper. Marinate for 20 minutes, drain off liquid, and toss lightly with the Yogurt or sour cream.
  2. Top with minced parsley.
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Hushpuppies

Hushpuppies
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Good old fashioned Hushpuppies. A Southern Favorite!
Prep Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
30 minutes
Hushpuppies
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Good old fashioned Hushpuppies. A Southern Favorite!
Prep Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Mix dry ingredients together, add rest of the ingredients.
  2. Mix to form a smooth batter. Drop by teaspoon full into
  3. hot oil, don't crowd, and cook until golden brown. You can
  4. actually add any seasoning that you would like such as
  5. sage, basil, oregano, etc. Use about 1 teaspoon of each to
  6. add flavor. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce such as
  7. Ranch, Ketchup, Gradma’s Dressing, Honey, etc ....
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Fried Won Tons

Fried Won Tons
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Home made Fried Won Tons are a wonderful treat!
Prep Time
45 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Prep Time
45 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Fried Won Tons
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Home made Fried Won Tons are a wonderful treat!
Prep Time
45 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Prep Time
45 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Shred the Fri-Chick and Onions together, add mayo blend well, add the cheese and mix well.
  2. Fill the center of each Won Ton and seal with water in a triangle.
  3. Fry until golden brown.
Recipe Notes

You can make a nice dipping sauce from the liquid from the Fri-Chik by adding a little soy sauce,  a little 5 spice,  pepper,  salt.  Heat slowly in a pan over medium heat. Once it comes to a slow boil stir in some cornstarch mixed with cold water, stir until thickened.  

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Bruschetta With Tomatoes, Cucumbers, And Basil

Bruschetta With Tomatoes, Cucumbers, And Basil
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A Wonderful Italian Appetizer!
Servings Prep Time
4 30 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 30 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Bruschetta With Tomatoes, Cucumbers, And Basil
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A Wonderful Italian Appetizer!
Servings Prep Time
4 30 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 30 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. 1. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and basil; season lightly with salt and pepper. Add olive oil and vinegar, and toss well to combine. Let stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour, but no longer than 2.
  2. Heat broiler or grill pan.
  3. Cut bread diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil; grill or broil on both sides until toasted.
  4. 3. Rub hot bread lightly with garlic cloves on one side only. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and top with tomato mixture. Let stand a few minutes to allow juices to soak into bread before serving.
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