This Pesto Tortilla Pinwheels recipe is an easy party food that can be put together in no time! Perfect for any fun event - including holiday parties, baby showers, and more!
Appetizer & Snack Recipes
Kid Lunch Ideas: Tortilla Pinwheel Lollipops
Easter Holiday Appetizer: Herbed Cheese Asparagus Crostini
Avocado Bacon Ranch Deviled Eggs
Spiced Nuts
As usual, I had bigger holiday plans than what I actually had time for.
I had a long list of goodies that I wanted to make for Christmas, but time ran short. One of the things I wanted to make the most was Spiced Nuts. I've tried making Spiced Nuts before (with a different recipe than what I am sharing today) and I wasn't really happy with the results. But this year, I was determined to do it right. I had several pound of almonds ready to go, and but even though they are so simple to make, I
Roasted Red Bell Pepper Bean Dip Recipe
Salsa Baked Cheese
Our traditional dinner for Christmas Eve is a Mexican fiesta, complete with homemade tamales, tacos and enchiladas. It's a family favorite, but truth be told: it's a LOT of work.
Because of all the work I put into the main meal, the last thing I want to do is put a huge focus on appetizers or snacks. Ok, I know there is some domestic goddesses who would give just as much attention to the appetizers as the tamales, but that's not me. I do like to have a few things available to keep everyone
Orange Spiced Roasted Chickpeas
I've been making and giving food gifts from the kitchen for years. When David and I were first married, I did so mostly because it was frugal. We didn't have much money for buying gifts for extended family and friends, so I would give gifts that I could bake - breads, cookies, candies -- even savory items from time to time. Making a loaf of banana bread didn't cost much, but it always seem to make people happy.
Easy Halloween Party Foods: Eyeball Pinwheels Recipe
Fried Zucchini with Chipotle Ranch Dip and Parmesan Cheese Ranch Dip
Here's one of many weird things about me: I don't like ranch dressing, unless it's used as a dip. I can't handle it on a salad. Or even on sandwiches, or other ways I've seen it used. It's not like I would refuse it if I went to your house and you told me that was the only salad dressing you had, but I definitely don't prefer it.
But, for a dip, I think it's fabulous. Right out of the bottle works for me, but you can also get creative with bottled ranch dressing. I've got two ranch dip ideas









