Appetizers | Keys to the Cucina

Avocado & Cilantro Pesto Dip

May 9, 2014 7:56 am \ 1 Comment \ by

This one time when I was watching “Everyday Italian” on the Food Network, I saw Giada make a pesto out … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: 5 minute appetizer, avocado, cilantro, easy, fresh, healthy, lime, pesto, spicy

Pasta Bar & Easy Appetizers for a Bridal Shower

April 22, 2014 10:26 am \ 6 Comments \ by

A few months back my sisters, mom and I threw a fabulous bridal shower for my sister Lindsay. With her … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers, Mains \ Tagged: appetizer, basil pesto ravioli, bridal shower, italian, meatballs, pasta, pasta bar, sausage, spaghetti

Four Ingredient Baked Sweet Potato Chips

April 11, 2014 9:46 am \ 5 Comments \ by

I’ve never met a sweet potato I didn’t like, and I think I’ve discovered a new favorite way to prepare … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: baked, cayenne pepper, four ingredients, healthy, spicy, sweet potato chips

Crostini with Slow Roasted Tomatoes and Whipped Avocado + Giveaway from 9Months

April 8, 2014 7:41 am \ 2 Comments \ by

I am so excited to share this post and giveaway with you! My friend Carrie, started this amazing company called … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: 9months, appetizer, baby shower, crostini, non alcoholic wine, slow roasted tomatoes, whipped avocado

Spicy Harissa Dip & Homemade Pita Chips

April 1, 2014 8:14 am \ 1 Comment \ by

In case you haven’t realized, spicy food is my jam. You know what’s also my jam? Easy apps that take … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: 10 minute appetizer, appetizer, dip, greek, harissa, healthy, spicy

Chicken Gyros with French Fries, Tsatziki Sauce & Feta Cheese

March 11, 2014 9:30 am \ 51 Comments \ by

This recipe is inspired by a delicious dish at Cava Mezze, one of my favorite restaurants on Capitol Hill. In … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers, Mains \ Tagged: cava mezze dc, chicken, easy, feta cheese, greek, gyro, kalamata olives, tsatziki

Brie Grilled Cheese with Granny Smith Apples and Fig Spread

February 26, 2014 8:25 am \ 2 Comments \ by

I’ve recently started a little affair with this thing called Dalmatia Fig Spread. I brought it to a wine and … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers, Mains \ Tagged: appetizer, brie cheese, comfort food, dalmatia fig spread, fig spread, granny smith apple, grilled cheese, pepper, sandwich

Potato and Pancetta Bites with Herb Greek Yogurt Dip

January 30, 2014 8:23 am \ Leave a Comment \ by

I must say that in my old age I enjoy the food and company that comes with the Superbowl more … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: football appetizer, fresh herbs, greek yogurt dip, pancetta, potato, potato skin, superbowl sunday

Old Bay Chicken Wings

January 28, 2014 8:33 am \ by

The smell of Old Bay Seasoning brings me back to eating crabs as a little girl at the Jersey Shore. … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers, Mains \ Tagged: chicken, easy appetizer, football, maryland, old bay chicken wings, spicy, superbowl

5 Ingredient Chipotle Cannellini Bean Hummus

November 21, 2013 7:45 am \ 8 Comments \ by

I’m so excited to share my first hummus recipe with you today. Hummus is one of my favorite snacks and … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: cannellini beans, chipotles in adobo, easy appetizer, five ingredients, hummus, smokey, spicy

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