This delightful Italian Sausage and Spinach Strudel is made easily with store-bought puff pastry. The tasty filling consists of sausage, spinach, roasted red pepper, ricotta, and Parmesan, making it a favorite for lunch, dinner, appetizers, or a fun party dish. This savory strudel is such a breeze to put together and great for any occasion. With just over 30 minutes of active prep time and …
Crispy Fried Green Beans
For an unexpectedly delicious appetizer, try Crispy Fried Green Beans. Green beans are dipped in a wet batter and deep-fried until golden brown. They are perfectly tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. And with a honey mustard dipping sauce, they are finger-licking good! The next time you have guests, wow them with fried green beans. They make a fantastic appetizer or finger …
Firecracker Chicken Wings
Firecracker Chicken Wings are crispy wings tossed in a sweet, spicy, and tangy sauce. This easy chicken wing recipe is a twist on a popular Chinese takeout that is typically made with chicken breast or thighs. If you are looking for a 4th of July recipe, these wings are perfect!! My husband and I are wing lovers. Anytime I make wings, they fly off the …
Parmesan Bacon Breadsticks
3-Ingredient Parmesan Bacon Breadsticks are ALWAYS a crowd-pleaser! You can’t go wrong with breadsticks, bacon, and cheese. They are easy to make and are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party food. I came across this breadstick recipe about 20 years ago and have made it for countless occasions since. As much as I would like to give credit where credit is due, I can’t …
Fried Chicken Tenders
These Fried Chicken Tenders make the best sandwiches or main course for a meal. They are marinated in a wet batter, coated in seasoned flour, then fried. The breading is amazingly light, airy, and crispy. One bite is all it takes to win you over! The first time I made these chicken tenders, a laugh inexplicably came out of me as I took the first …
Mongolian Beef Meatballs with Pineapple
Mongolian Beef Meatballs with Pineapple have the flavor of a takeout favorite but in meatball form. Added pineapple provides a sweet freshness that contrasts nicely with the sweet and savory sauce. These meatballs are fantastic as an appetizer or as a rice bowl. Mongolian beef is a fixture in Chinese restaurants. It consists of thinly sliced and tenderized beef (usually flank) seared until crispy then …
Hot Dog Egg Rolls
Ready to enjoy a new fabulous way to eat hot dogs? Let’s make Hot Dog Egg Rolls! They consist of hot dogs, cream cheese, and pickled jalapeños wrapped in egg roll wrappers and then deep fried until crispy and golden. They are easy to make and great for lunch or as party food! My husband and I attended a food truck festival several years back …
Tomato and Grilled Cheese Soup Bowl
This Tomato and Grilled Cheese Soup Bowl combines tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches in one bowl! Dig into the soupy tomato base, the garlic ciabatta croutons, and the bubbly melted cheese for pure satisfaction. Enjoy it as a starter or a main course. Tomato soup and grilled cheese are iconic American classics that bring back feelings of nostalgia and comfort for me. I have …
Bacon Cheese Croissant Toasts
When an easy crowd-pleaser is needed, make Bacon Cheese Croissant Toasts. They are halved croissants topped with cheese, banana peppers, and bacon then broiled until the cheese is golden and bubbling. Serve as an appetizer, party food, and game day eats. For a tasty treat that takes a little effort, these croissant toasts fit the bill. They are the perfect finger food for any occasion: …