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Spinach Pouch. I have been experiencing a publishing backlog lately because my ability to cook and take pictures is a lot faster than my ability to post and publish them.

Spinach Pouch

I really do love to cook and enjoy taking pictures just a little bit more than before. My problem is that sometimes I get too lazy to start typing. Other times, I just don't know what to say. Not a problem though as I am positive that I will be able to get them all posted in due time :) Before I talk about the dish that I have created today, I have to say thank you to everyone who came and visited my blog. The dish that I created today is an appetizer that is so easy to make.

Another important thing to remember when using wonton or spring roll wrappers is that they dry out easily so make sure that you cover them in damp (not soaking wet) cloth to prevent them from drying out and turning brittle. Fried Mozzarella Balls with Quick Tomato Sauce. I have been wanting to make those for quite a while, but since I don't like deep frying food at home, I kept postponing it.

Fried Mozzarella Balls with Quick Tomato Sauce

I finally made it, and my first thought was "why haven't I made this before? ". They taste great, look cute and it's a perfect party snack. Think of it as an elegant version of cheese sticks. I have seen recipes like this one in countless cookbooks and magazines, it's pretty much a no-brainier. I like adding dried oregano to the breadcrumbs, it gives the fried cheese balls a pizza taste. Fried Mozzarella Balls with Quick Tomato Sauce Recipe: makes 4 servings For the cheese balls: 1 8 oz container of mozzarella balls, such as bocconcini 2 large eggs 1/4 cup of milk 1 cup of plain flour 2 cups of breadcrumbs or panko 1 tablespoon of dried oregano salt and pepper canola oil for frying. Raspberry-Mango Sangria.

Party Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Potato Bites with Spicy Sour Cream Dipping Sauce Recipes from The Kitchn. Okay, we're not going to win any awards for thinking up this combination, but hey — these potato bites are easy, delicious, and perfect for a sports-loving crowd, should you find yourself surrounded by one this weekend.

Party Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Potato Bites with Spicy Sour Cream Dipping Sauce Recipes from The Kitchn

They even remind us of sports-bar food ... like little deconstructed potato skins. (Image credit: Emma Christensen) We decided to make these after countless evenings munching on these bacon-wrapped dates, which are also very yummy, but got us thinking about other things we could wrap in bacon. Potatoes? Potatoes could be perfect. If you can find tiny new potatoes, those would be even more aesthetically precious. With the creamy wedge of potato and the crunchy bacon, the sour cream dip is what pushes this appetizer over the edge. Makes about 3 dozen bites Preheat the oven to 400°F. Wash and dry the potatoes. Drain the potatoes and put them in a large bowl. Cut the strips of bacon into thirds.

Cook the potatoes for 15 minutes, then flip each piece. Guacamole (Best) Jul 04 2008 **Happy 4th of July everyone (in the USA)!!!

Guacamole (Best)

I miss being out of the States on this holiday. We will be celebrating by grilling on Saturday down at the garden. Hamburgers and hot dogs…can’t get any more 4th of July-ish traditional than that! ** I was searching the inter-tubes for a good-looking guacamole recipe the other day. It was flavorful, but not over powering, creamy and chunky at the same time, and gone 1/2 way through our meal!

I found the recipe here at The Daily Green. Here’s how I did it: Ingredients: 2 ripe Avocados, peeled and pitted juice of 1 Lime 1/4 Cup minced Red Onion 2 Tablespoons minced Cilantro 1 small clove Garlic, minced 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt or 1/2 teaspoon Table Salt 1/2 teaspoon Pepper 1 Tablespoon minced Jalapeño Directions: Halve the avocado and remove the pit. Serve immediately. Fried Mozzarella Balls with Quick Tomato Sauce.

Easy Parmesan Knots. Buffalo Chicken Bites. Buffalo Chicken Bites We continue onto Week 4 of College Football, which means another delicious Football bite!

Buffalo Chicken Bites

These bite-sized Buffalo Chicken Bites are oven baked, not fried, so not only do they taste great, but are so much healthier for you. These crispy bites are crusted in corn flakes and baked to crispy perfection. They are perfect for snacking, appetizers, parties and tailgating. One of Andrew’s favorite tailgating staples are hot wings dipped in blue cheese dressing. These buffalo bites are super easy to make and can even be prepared beforehand if you are hosting a big tailgating party. These bite-sized Buffalo Chicken Bites are oven baked, not fried, so not only do they taste great, but are so much healthier for you.

Ingredients: Directions: Preheat oven to 350˚F. Recipe Note: If freezing place the dipped and uncooked chicken balls onto a parchment lined baking sheet and freeze for 15 to 20 minutes. Week One: Pizza Pretzel Bites Week Two: Slow Roasted Pulled Pork Leave a Comment.