Cheeseballs and cheese logs are great entertaining appetizers that can be made ahead and easily served at any sized gathering. This cheese log is a nod to the flavors of the classic almond-stuffed date appetizer that you have probably had at a dinner party. It can be made a few …
Appetizers
A Menu For Carolina Panthers Tailgating
College football season has unfortunately passed us by, but for the first time in 5 seasons, I have another football season to cheer for. The NFL playoffs are in full swing and THE CAROLINA PANTHERS ARE IN THE PLAYOFF MIX! Living in Charlotte, Sally and I have become huge …
Peach and Scallop Ceviche
Tailgating season is finally here! I hope you enjoyed the start to the college football season last night. Planning on tailgating this weekend? Try this Peach and Scallop Ceviche. This South Carolina inspired appetizer takes advantage of juicy late season peaches and beautiful …
Fresh Peach Salsa
With school beginning and college football about to begin, summer is rapidly coming to a close. This sassy peach salsa is full of bright flavors and designed to take advantage of late summer peaches and plums. Like all salsas, it shows great versatility. It can be served as an …
BLT Pesto Sliders
Who is ready for football season? Sally and I are. Have you thought about what you will be bringing to your tailgates this fall? For an early season game, take advantage of summer’s heirloom tomatoes and serve these BLT Pesto Sliders. The BLT component comes from the thick cut …
Smoky Barbecue and Cheddar Egg Roll
College football season is almost here! Are you taking these last few weekends before the season starts to test out a few new recipes or make sure your equipment is ready to go. If you are smoking a pork shoulder, you are bound to have some leftover meat. Sally’s Smoky BBQ and …
Baked Potato Wedges with Bacon Buttermilk Dip
Crispy baked potato wedges are an easy side dish or appetizer to prepare for a large crowd. If you are serving them as an appetizer, their long slender shape makes them perfect for dipping in a variety of dipping sauces. If served as a side dish, you can drizzle them with a …
Pineapple Mango Salsa
This vibrant yellow and green fruity salsa can be consumed in a variety of ways. You can eat it by itself with a spoon or chips, or it can be the topping to a grilled chicken or fish sandwich. Spooned onto the top of a cheese quesadilla and served with a cold beer makes it the …
Pecan Apricot Bourbon Cakes
Remember the Apricot Bourbon from a few weeks ago? By now your bourbon and apricots have had plenty of time to infuse together. You are left with two products: a bourbon that has a pleasant, sweet and subtle taste of apricots and dried apricots that are filled with bourbon. Don’t …
Cheddar Chorizo Crostini
If your bracket is now busted, the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 rounds of the tournament are an excuse to hang out with your friends. The second weekend of the tournament is made for eating, drinking, and watching as those remaining contenders in your bracket pool cheer with …