A food blog for the rest of us
Polenta is one of those versatile ingredients that doesn’t get nearly enough love. Once chilled, it transforms into a firm, sliceable base that can be grilled or fried and used in place of bread or pasta.
If you’re looking for a gluten-free alternative to traditional crostini, these Grilled Polenta Crostini are a must-try!
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When I want appetizers, one of my favorites is stuffed potato skins. Change it up with these pizza stuffed potato skins.
Combining two of our favorite foods – pizza and potato skins, these are the perfect game day appetizer.
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If you’re in the mood for chicken wings, you have got to try this tender and delicious Smoked Buffalo Wings recipe! The kick of the buffalo sauce combined with the wood-fired smokehouse flavor is a combo perfect for summer bbq season.
These Smoked Buffalo Wings are probably some of the best chicken wings I’ve ever had. I know most people thing wings have to be either fried or baked, but I’m telling y’all, smoking them is the way to go.
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If you’re on the lookout for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines the perfect blend of spice, creaminess, and crispiness, look no further.
Our Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers are the ideal party snack.
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I love deviled eggs. Seriously. They’re probably my favorite dish for holiday get togethers, and really, I could be happy just having them and dessert. These spicy avocado deviled eggs are a great twist on the traditional version, but still taste amazing.
Our version has a distinct adult flair with the addition of some unexpected spices. They’re low carb, keto friendly, and paleo approved, too!
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I am a huge fan of pulled pork. It’s really one of my favorite foods. Whenever I go get barbecue, it’s always what I order. But, you can make pretty good slow cooker pulled pork at home.
Now, it’s not going to have that delicious smoke ring, or that crusty edge that’s sooo good, but this is great for a Game Day gathering, or any ol’ evening at home.
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Spicy buffalo chicken seems to be a favorite of so many. It’s an easy way to dress up what can otherwise be plain, boring, and bland chicken. This slow cooker shredded spicy buffalo chicken dip is super easy, and sure to be a crowd pleaser.
How easy is it, you ask? You basically toss everything in your crockpot, and get on with your life. Who doesn’t want that? This makes a great weeknight meal, or is perfect for tailgating or a party.
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Artichoke dip seems to be a staple of any kind of gathering. There’s a reason for that – it’s delicious! There’s just something about it that is oh so satisfying. Artichoke dip seems to have that perfect ratio of cheesy goodness and saltiness to richness, and a little bit of that “Oh, I shouldn’t eat this but it’s so good!” feeling.
The good news is that this crockpot Four Cheese Artichoke Dip is oh so easy to make. You can practically toss the ingredients in a slow cooker and forget about it. It’s truly that easy to make.
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Shrimp always seems like a special occasion food to me. I’m not sure why. Perhaps it’s because shrimp was expensive when I was a kid, so we only had it on special occasions. Or only when we went out to eat. Whatever the reason, this Warm Garlic Parmesan Shrimp with Roasted Garlic Dip is a luxurious appetizer that feels really special.
There’s a secret, though. It’s so easy to make. This Warm Garlic Parmesan Shrimp with Roasted Garlic Dip involves almost no active prep time, and very little active cooking time.
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