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Mussels with Tomatoes, Corn and Basil

May 12, 2017 5:46 pm \ 3 Comments \ by

I am headed to Newport, Rhode Island tomorrow and I’ve got shellfish on my mind. I might even turn into a … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: appetizer, belgian mussles, corn tomato mussels, easy appetizers, easy mussels, mussels, seafood, summer mussels, vegetarian, white wine

Baked Crab Dip with Greek Yogurt and Mascarpone Cheese

January 16, 2016 10:50 am \ Leave a Comment \ by

I developed this crab dip recipe as part of an ongoing Brand Ambassadorship with Peapod. All opinions are 100% mine. While … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: appetizer, crab dip, dc blog, dc food blog, gruyere, hot, lump crab, mascarpone cheese, superbowl, swiss, washington dc blogger

Zucchini and Squash Pie with Parmesan over Puffed Pastry

August 31, 2015 11:38 pm \ 3 Comments \ by

This recipe is just one of the most simple and delicious things I’ve ever eaten. It’s so genius that I can’t take … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: appetizer, dc food blogger, easy appetizer, parmesan, puffed pastry, squash pie, vegetarian, washington dc food blogger, zucchini pie

Crostini with Creamy Butternut Squash, Gorgonzola and Honey

November 6, 2014 7:28 am \ 3 Comments \ by

Have I got the most fabulous and festive Thanksgiving appetizer for you or what? Perk your ears up for this … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: appetizer, butternut squash, cheese, creamy, crostini, fall, gorgonzola dolce, healthy, honey, maple syrup, thanksgiving

Baked Chicken Wings with Honey Hot Sauce, Cilantro and Garlic

September 18, 2014 7:38 am \ 3 Comments \ by

Guys, these wings are some of the best to come out of my cucina. Do you know how sometimes food … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Appetizers \ Tagged: appetizer, baked, chicken wings, cilantro, crispy, easy, football, garlic, healthy, honey, hot sauce

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

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

Turkey Meatball Sliders on Toasted Ciabatta

March 18, 2014 8:25 am \ Leave a Comment \ by

These turkey meatballs are a real treat. A few years back, I wouldn’t be caught dead making my mom’s meatballs … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Mains \ Tagged: appetizer, ciabatta, garlic bread, homemade tomato sauce, italian, main, meatballs, parmesan cheese, sliders, turkey

Cabbage Wraps with Mango Quinoa, Teriyaki Shrimp & Cilantro Pesto

February 28, 2014 10:19 am \ 4 Comments \ by

Back in the fall, I was really on the quinoa train and incorporated it in a lot of my dishes. … Continue Reading →

Posted in: Mains \ Tagged: appetizer, asian, cabbage wrap, cilantro pesto, jalapeno, lettuce wrap, mexican, pf changs, shrimp, soy, spicy

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