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Puerto Rican bacaloa codfish & shrimp fritters

BJ — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 03:34:59 +0000

This is a variation of a traditional Puerto Rican appetizer, Bacaloa fritters, except, it includes shrimp. Simple to prepare and pleasing to the most complicated palate.

Tomato and Goat Cheese Pizza Pie

Beth — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 05:15:17 +0000

This tangy, tasty, creamy and healthy dish works great as an appetizer, main course, or side. Just make sure you have plenty for everyone, including the kids!

Pecan Encrusted Grapes

John — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 21:37:49 +0000

These little cocktail sized cheese balls are delightful when you find that sweet, hidden grape at the center.

Italian Cheese Puffs

John — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 20:38:04 +0000

These little bites are addictive. They make a great appetizer or nibble with a good wine. This is basically a savory pate choux. This recipe makes about 3 dozen.

Mini Crab Cakes

Andrew — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 15:26:13 +0000

These tasty mini crabcakes will have your party guests clamoring for more. For big parties I make them up to a day before and simply reheat in the oven when it’s time to serve.

Olympia Oysters

Andrew — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 23:31:22 +0000

When I was a child I would on occasion accompany my father to his shop in downtown Baltimore. He paid me the princely sum of $.06 and hour to clean until the salesman unionized on my behalf and …

Pan fried potsticker dumplings

karaokekatie — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 19:55:55 +0000

Children love dumplings and this recipe is a favorite in our family. Keep uncooked dumplings in the freezer on hand for steaming, boiling or frying. They are also great in soup. You may use ground …

Grilled Figs with Rosemary and Honey

Lyonsy — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 22:48:53 +0000

Kadota figs herald the beginning of late summer. Here is a delightful way to enjoy them. (Serves two)

Firecracker shrimp

karaokekatie — Mon, 06 Aug 2007 20:20:49 +0000

This festive appetizer, which is great for a Fourth of July gathering or a Chinese New Year celebration, looks just like a firecracker. In China firecrackers light up the sky on New Year’s Day. …

Sacristains

Charlotte — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 16:08:06 +0000

The word “ sacristain ” refers to puff pastry dough that is formed into the shape of a twist, sprinkled with stuff, and then baked off. I made sacristains using fresh rosemary and thyme. …