Appetizers Posts

Have you ever prepared Fish Tacos? Well, here's an easy recipe to fix for dinner.Ingredients:1 lb thin fish fillets1/2 tsp kosher salt1/2 tsp ground cumin2 tsp oil2 cups shredded lettuce1 diced avocado1/3 cup chopped cilantro1 Tbsp lime juice2 tsp olive oil8 corn tortillasSalsa for topping, if desiredDirections:1. Coat fish fillets with kosher salt and ground cumin.2. Heat oil in a large nonstic...

Here's a fast and favorful recipe for Garlic Lovers' Veggie Dip to make your cookout great. This creamy garlic and herb dip, enhanced with bits of fresh vegetables and rich with sour cream, is a cinch to whip up!Note: For a gourmet flourish, serve dip in a hollowed-our crusty round bread or seeded and trimmed bell pepper half.   Ingredients: 1 pkg (6.5 oz) garlic-and-herb flavor...

Portobello Mushrooms Sesame   4 large portobello mushrooms 2 tablespoons sweet rice wine 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil   1. Remove and discard stems from mushrooms, set caps aside. Combine remaining ingredients in small bowl. 2. Brush both sides of mushrooms with soy sauce mixture. Grill mushrooms top side up on cove...

Are you having some people over and you need some great ideas for those pre-dinner finger foods? Even with a hectic schedule, there are some quick and easy recipes to make any dinner party a success. Some cheesy bites are a sure hit. Just grate up some of your favorite cheese or buy the pre-packaged cheeses. Add half cup butter, a cup of flour and a teaspoon of paprika or even cayenne for a...

Spiced Sesame Wonton Crisps20 (3-inch-square) wonton wrappers, cut in half1 tablespoon water2 teaspoons olive oil½ teaspoon paprika½ teaspoon ground cumin or chili powder¼ teaspoon dry mustard1 tablespoon sesame seeds1. Preheat oven to 375ºF. Coat 2 large nonstick baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray.2. Cut each halved wonton wrapper into 2 strips; place in single layer on prepared baking she...

Pinwheel Appetizers3 cups cooked wild rice1 package (8 ounces) nonfat cream cheese 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard2 to 3 drops hot pepper sauce (optional)3 (12-inch) soft flour tortillas2-1/2 ounces thinly sliced corned beef9 fresh spinach leavesCombine wild rice, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic ...

Herbed-Stuffed Tomatoes15 cherry tomatoes1/2 cup 1% low-fat cottage cheese1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion1 teaspoon chopped fresh chervil or 1/4 teaspoon dried chervil leaves1/2 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or 1/8 teaspoon dried dill weed1/8 teaspoon lemon pepper1. Cut thin slice off bottom of each tomato. Scoop out pulp with small spoon; discard pulp. Invert tomatoes onto paper towels to dr...

Spicy Shrimp Cocktail2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil¼ cup finely chopped onion1 tablespoon chopped green bell pepper1 clove garlic, minced1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 tablespoon chopped pitted green olives, drained¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes1 pound cooked shrimp, chilled1. Heat oil in small skillet. Add onion, bell pepper and garlic, sauté until vegetables are tender. Stir in tomato sauce,...

Savory Zucchini Stix  Nonstick olive oil cooking spray3 tablespoons seasoned dry bread crumbs2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 egg white1 teaspoon reduced-fat (2%) milk2 small zucchini (4 ounces each), cut lengthwise into quarters1/3 cup spaghetti sauce, warmed1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray baking sheet with cooking spray, set aside.2. Combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in sh...

Nonstick cooking spray4 (8 inch) flour tortillas3/4 cup (3 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained2 green onions with tops, sliced1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 cup salsa2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons fat-free sour cream1. Preheat oven to 450ºF. Spray large nonstick baking sheet with nonstick cooking spra...