Grilled Sausage Bites
Crisp, golden, grilled sausage bites may just be the easiest appetizer with the most crowd appeal! Who knew something so easy could be such a hit? Smoked sausages are an excellent choice for a backyard barbecue or any casual get-together with friends and family. Perfect hot off the grill, the sausages are equally exquisite served…
Creamy Horseradish Sauce
Worthy of your favorite steakhouse, this speedy sauce enhances beef tenderloin, prime rib, grilled sausages, roast beef sandwiches, and so much more. Before I address the merits of this versatile sauce, I thought it would be fun to briefly discuss the heat aspect of horseradish…which is, by the way, a root vegetable in the mustard…
Valentine’s Day Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup
A simple message of love can begin with something as simple as a cookie cutter. 💘 Grilled cheese and tomato soup have long been considered a match made it heaven…one that becomes infinitely more fabulous with a festive (and extremely easy) presentation. When I was a child, I fully preferred chicken noodle soup to tomato, so…
Mustard Sauce for Crab Claws
With just four ingredients, this speedy dipping sauce is the perfect match for crab claws yet versatile enough to jazz up shrimp, fish, chicken, sandwiches, and more. This sauce was inspired by summer vacations on the Jersey shore and the appetizer I’ve considered a special treat since I was a little girl. The bite-size yet…
Restaurant Style Salsa
The very best salsa can be made in 10 minutes and will rival your favorite restaurant and store-bought salsa. Ten minutes is all you need to make the most incredible salsa, which will outshine your favorite store-bought jar. The best part is that you can control the thickness and level of spice, effectively achieving…
Shortcut Tzatziki
Used as a sauce, spread, or dip, this easy version of the popular Greek tzatziki will jazz up your favorite snacks and meals and can be made ahead of time in a flash. I have to admit I was skeptical about this recipe when I first looked at the simple ingredients and preparation. I…
Alabama White BBQ Sauce
Alabama White BBQ Sauce is a tangy, creamy twist on traditional barbecue sauce that can be slathered on grilled chicken, pulled pork, fish, and burgers. It’s an equally delicious dressing for coleslaw and dip for corn ribs, fries, and chicken wings! If you’re from the south, Alabama barbecue sauce needs no explanation. If you…
Baked Artichoke Dip
Loaded with artichokes and elevated with a trifecta of cheeses, party-perfect Baked Artichoke Dip is creamy, crusty, salty, and tangy–and it can be prepared in advance! Two Christmas Eves ago, when holiday celebrations of all kinds were canceled because of the pandemic, my sister-in-law, Melissa, prepared this dip for family and friends. She baked multiple…
Italian Salsa Verde
Vibrantly green and bursting with flavor, this classic sauce can be spooned over beef, chicken, fish, eggs, roasted vegetables, and rice – or use as a dip for crusty bread. How many times do you buy a bunch of herbs, only to use a handful of the sprigs while the rest slowly wilt in…
Shrimp Salsa or Salad
Serve this colorful salad as a light yet filling entree or scoop it up with tortilla chips for a unique appetizer. Either way, the pop of flavor and ease of preparation is bound to make it a keeper. I first made this recipe when seeking an appetizer that felt fresh and exciting. Served as…
Speedy Cocktail Sauce
Bright, zippy, and super easy to make whenever needed, this fresh-tasting cocktail sauce adds memorable flavor to shrimp, crab cakes, hot dogs, and so much more. A condiment has the power to complete a meal. A really good condiment, however, will simultaneously elevate that meal. Such is the case with cocktail sauce. Cocktail sauce…
Small Batch Ranch Dressing (or Dip)
This small batch recipe is endlessly versatile, fresher tasting than store-bought, and ideal for all those times you don’t need a whole bottle. (Although it’s so good you may end up doubling it!) When I buy a bottle of ranch dressing, much of it inevitably goes to waste. So I don’t often buy it…and…
