Category Archives: Appetizers

Fresh Salsa

Posted on July 17, 2010 by Mike

5-6 tomatoes, peeeled and seeded 4 garlic cloves 2 fresh jalapenos, seeded and finely diced 1-2 roasted jalapenos, seeded and finely dices 1/2 to 1 yellow onion, finely chopped 1-2 dry ancho chiles, seeded and ground 1 Tbsp olive oil … Continue reading →

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Hummus

Posted on May 11, 2009 by Mike

3 Tbsp lemon juice 1/4 cup water 6 Tbsp tahini (sesame paste) 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 garlic cloves, minced/pressed 1/2 tsp table salt 1/4 tsp ground cumin pinch cayenne … Continue reading →

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Fondue

Posted on November 8, 2008 by Mike

Cheese Fondue: 1/2 lb Emmental swiss cheese, shredded 1/2 lb Gruyere cheese, shredded 2 Tbsp cornstarch 1 garlic clove 1 cup dry white wine 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1 Tbsp cherry brandy (kirsch) 1/2 tsp dry mustard pinch nutmeg In … Continue reading →

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Thai Beef Lettuce Wraps

Posted on October 3, 2008 by Mike

Marinade: 1 lb. steak (flank, skirt, or sirloin) 1 Tbsp sriracha or other asian chili-garlic sauce 2 Tbsp soy sauce 2 tsp sesame seed oil (optional) 1 lime, juiced 1 garlic clove, minced 1 inch of fresh ginger, grated or … Continue reading →

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Garlic Fries

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Mike

4 tsp canola oil 1 tsp salt 3 lbs. baking potato, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips cooking spray 1 Tbsp butter 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 8 garlic cloves 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese Preheat … Continue reading →

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Mexican Bean Dip

Posted on December 30, 2007 by Mike

1 lb. ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 can (15 oz.) refried beans 1 lb. cheddar cheese, grated 1 Tbsp pickled jalapenos, chopped 1 can (10 oz.) enchilada sauce 1/2 cup salsa 1 tsp cilantro … Continue reading →

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Bruschetta

Posted on July 5, 2007 by Mike

1 French baguette 3/4 stick butter 1 Tbsp garlic, chopped 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 1/4 tsp salt cracked pepper, to taste 3 fresh vine-ripened tomatoes 3 Tbsp basil, chiffonade 1 Tbsp parmesan cheese salt and pepper, to taste 3 … Continue reading →

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