Antipasto Eyeballs

October 7, 2021 Amanda Plott

Sometimes you just need a spooky little side dish or appetizer to really make your day. It’s been a rather rough few weeks between pom poms and covid running rampant through my house; infecting everyone even me. Thankfully, the vaccine left me with a really mild case and just a handful of minor symptoms. Now that everyone is on the mend, we can move along with Halloween preparation!

I’m calling this tasty treat ‘Antipasto Eyeballs’ because they look exactly like that. Fresh mozzarella, olives, and some prosciutto is all you need to make this funny little appetizer. Yep, that’s right - just three ingredients and a few minutes of time…

BBQ Chicken Dip

August 7, 2021 Amanda Plott

Like I said, I’m busting out the game day recipes as we roll into football season this year. We’ve got to make up for missing out on game day spreads for a year now! And this BBQ Chicken Dip is sure to be a real crowd pleaser. Shredded chicken, bbq sauce, and cheese make up this delicious and easy to make dip. Really, it doesn’t get more easy to make than this dip right here.

One of my favorite parts about this dip though is that it will vary and change entirely depending on what kind of BBQ sauce you use in it. Like something spicy? Use a spicy sauce? Maybe you’re a sweet heat fan? Give that one a try! The point is, you get to make it your own with your favorite…

Air Fryer Cream Cheese Rangoons

May 16, 2021 Amanda Plott

When I decided to make my Egg Roll in a Bowl this week, I thought some cream cheese wontons would be the perfect appetizer to go with it. And since I’ve already done baked ones, why not try them in the air fryer? As it turns out, the air fryer is the perfect way to get some crispy and delicious cream cheese rangoons!

These crunchy cream cheese bits are great for dipping and dunking into your favorite asian inspired sauce alongside your favorite asian inspired meal. They’re quick and easy to make while also being kid-friendly and vegetarian! You could take them a step further and make them vegan too with a tofu cream cheese - which is something I have totally done before…

Goat Cheese & Pomegranate Tartlets

November 21, 2020 Amanda Plott

With the Holidays on our heels, we could all use a good, easy, simple recipe to have on hand as an appetizer. Let’s face it, sometimes the family gets hungry before the main meal is done, and these Goat Cheese & Pomegranate Tartlets are just that.

Small bite sized mini tarts that are filled with goat cheese and honey before being baked and topped off with crushed rosemary and fresh pomegranate seeds. They’re a little sweet, a little savory, and lots of good flavor. The richness of the goat cheese is cut with the bright pop of pomegranate for a seasonal treat everyone is sure to enjoy…

Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Spread

November 6, 2020 Amanda Plott

This Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Spread has been in my family for years. The base of cream cheese and green onions is topped off with a homemade cranberry sauce that’s kicked up a bit with the warmth of jalapeño and bright citrus notes from orange and lime.

You can serve this dip warm or cold and pair it with bread, crackers, or fresh veggies for the perfect snacky appetizer to have on hand for the holidays. One of my favorite parts of this spread is that you can make it ahead of time and have it ready to go to serve as needed or wanted!…

'Brain' Deviled Eggs

October 16, 2020 Amanda Plott

These deviled eggs are all dressed up for Halloween and ready to go with some pink hue to the filling and a fun little design on top that makes them look like mini brain bites. They’re lightened up, keto friendly, low carb, vegetarian, and gluten-free too! Which makes them even more fun for your Halloween eats and treats this year.

I finished them off with a light dusting of paprika to give just a little more of that creepy 'Halloween ‘brain’ feel. Other than that, these are very standard deviled eggs. Just, you know, guilt-free!…