Category: Appetizer

Australian Sausage Rolls – Great Appetizer

Australian Sausage Rolls are an appetizer/snack that’s very popular in Australia. We are slightly obsessed with sausage rolls in my house.

 

Especially homemade ones, so these were a total treat!

I know you will be tempted to jazz these up with herbs or onion, well go right ahead! Sometimes simple is better, though.

FYI – I tried to make these with pie dough. Stick with the puff pastry, it is easy, quick, and tasty. It doesn’t get better than that!

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Australian Sausage Rolls
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Australian Sausage Rolls
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
 

Australian Sausage Rolls are really easy to make and are an outstanding appetizer.

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Australian
Keyword: Australian Sausage Rolls
Servings: 6
Calories: 215 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 sheet puff pastry
  • 8 ounces bulk sausage
  • flour for dusting
  • milk for glazing
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Roll the pastry out into a thin rectangle; cut lengthwise into 2 long strips.
  3. Divide sausage into 2 portions, dust with flour, and form long rolls about the same length as the pastry.
  4. Place sausage in the middle of the pastry strips; brush pastry edges with milk, then seal the long edge.
  5. Brush the two pastries with milk, then slice into 1 to 2 inch rounds.
  6. Place rounds on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes at 400 degrees F; reduce heat to 350 degrees F and bake until puffed and golden, about an additional 10 to 15 minutes.

 

Enjoy!

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Oriental Ramen Broccoli Coleslaw

I got this Oriental Ramen Broccoli Coleslaw recipe from my Cousin and it’s been a favorite of mine ever since. My guests all love it too.

 

You know they do when they ask to take home leftovers!!!

So easy, quick, and delicious! I love the different levels of crunchiness from both the broccoli coleslaw mix and the ramen.

I also love the combo of almonds and sunflower seeds.

If you’ve never liked coleslaw you absolutely must give this one a try. I think you’ll change your mind!

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Oriental Ramen Broccoli Coleslaw
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Oriental Ramen Broccoli Coleslaw
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
0 mins
Marinating
1 d
Total Time
1 d 15 mins
 

Oriental Ramen Broccoli Coleslaw is a delicious side that's easy to make.

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Oriental Ramen Broccoli Coleslaw
Servings: 4
Calories: 295 kcal
Ingredients
  • 2 3 ounce packages beef-flavor ramen noodles
  • 2 8 1/2 ounce packages broccoli coleslaw mix
  • 1 cup toasted slivered almonds
  • 1 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 bunch green onion chopped
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup oil
  • 1/3 cup white vinegar
Instructions
  1. Before opening noodles, crush into 1-inch pieces. Open packages and set aside flavor packets.
  2. Place noodles in the bottom of a large serving bowl. Top noodles with broccoli slaw, then sprinkle with almonds and sunflower kernels, and green onions.
  3. In a separate bowl combine sugar, oil, vinegar, and flavor packets from noodles. Pour over slaw, cover and chill up to 24 hours.
  4. Toss before serving.

 

Enjoy!

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Fire Crackers – Seasoned Saltine Cracker Recipe

Fire Crackers are a seasoned saltine cracker recipe that is simple to make and adds a special touch for your dips and spreads. Such a great recipe!

People always ask me to make these for parties.

They’re great served with an assortment of cheeses-salami-meats-spreads… there are never any leftovers at the end of the gathering!

Now, this is a seasoned saltine cracker recipe but if you like, instead of saltine crackers, you can also use pretzels, oyster crackers, rice chex (or any kind you like) and peanuts.

Multigrain crackers are also good!

I have also used different kinds of dip/dressing mixes successfully. So have fun and get creative!

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Fire Crackers
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Fire Crackers - Seasoned Saltine Cracker Recipe
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Marinating
20 mins
Total Time
55 mins
 

A very simple little seasoned saltine cracker recipe for an appetizer that can be made up quickly for a party or unexpected guests! 

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Fire Crackers
Servings: 8
Calories: 165 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 lb unsalted saltine crackers 4 sleeves
  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 1 1 ounce packet ranch dressing mix
  • 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
  1. Line crackers on ends (like dominoes) in an air-tight container.
  2. In a small bowl, mix oil, dressing mix, pepper flakes, and garlic powder. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed.
  3. Continue to stir to prevent the pepper from settling on the bottom of the bowl. Spoon mixture evenly over crackers, like drizzling icing on a cake.
  4. Close lid tightly and flip the container over every 5 minutes for about 20 minutes. Lightly shake back and forth to make sure all the crackers are coated.
  5. Bake in a 250 degree oven for about 15 to 20 minutes (stirring once or twice during that time).
Recipe Notes

Store in a ziplock bag. Will keep for about a week -- if they last that long!

Tips And Tidbits About Fire Crackers

These Fire Crackers are definitely not fancy appetizers. Far from it! I mean this is a seasoned saltine cracker recipe! So you don’t have to have fancy serving platters. Use cutting boards, cookie sheet pans, mirrors or even checker or backgammon boards!

If you’re going to serve dips (Like the Knorr Spinach Dip Below) with your Fire Crackers just remember that many dips taste better if made the day before serving!

So don’t hesitate to make that dip a day ahead of time and let those flavors marry together to make your dip even more amazing!

Enjoy!

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Mexican Mess Bean Dip – Quick, Easy and Good!

Muy Bueno! This Mexican Mess Bean Dip is so simple and so good. It’s made with ingredients that are normally on hand plus it’s quick and easy to prepare!

 

This was the hit of our appetizer night!

You can fancy it up with extra veggies on top if you like. Sliced olives, green onion, diced tomatoes or sliced jalapenos come to mind.

Personally I can eat the whole thing just like it is.

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Mexican Mess Bean Dip
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Mexican Mess Bean Dip
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 

Mexican Mess Bean Dip is quick and easy to make and so good.

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Mexican Mess Bean Dip
Servings: 6
Calories: 225 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 16 ounce can refried beans
  • 1 cup salsa I like medium
  • 4 ounces green chilies
  • 1 cup cheese shredded (I like a Mexican or taco blend)
Instructions
  1. Spray a pie plate.
  2. Mix all ingredients and place in pie plate.
  3. Bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes or hot in the center.
  4. Add extra cheese and anything else you want on top.

 

Enjoy!

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Ham and Cheddar Muffins – Leftover Ham Recipe

These Ham and Cheddar Muffins are so yummy! Great for breakfast or a savory snack at any time of the day. I make these every time I have leftover ham.

 

The flavor and texture of these muffins are so enjoyable.

Sometimes I saute a little garlic and finely chopped bell peppers with the onions to add even more flavor.

Very good! Perfect to reheat for breakfast.

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Ham and Cheddar Muffins
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Ham and Cheddar Muffins
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 

These Ham and Cheddar Muffins are easy to make and taste great!

Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Ham and Cheddar Muffins
Servings: 6
Calories: 295 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup onion Minced
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup ham Diced
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded or diced
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375° and lightly grease 12 muffin cups.
  2. Sauté onion in butter until soft.
  3. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, and mustard. Add the sautéed onion, ham and cheese.
  5. Stir the wet mixture into the dry mixture just until moistened, don’t over stir!
  6. Spoon batter into prepared muffin pans and bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.

 

Enjoy!

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Garlic Flavored Saltine Crackers – Tyler Florence

These Garlic Flavored Saltine Crackers are buttery, garlicky goodness! A super-easy way to dress up boring saltine crackers. All my picky eaters love them.

 

I wanted crackers that did not call for Ranch dressing and this is perfect. Sometimes I do use dried parsley and add some red pepper for spice.

I’m sure they would be good with a garlic cheese dip or served on the side of nice tomato soup, or chili, or…

There are so many things they would go with, but they are perfect alone, IMHO.

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Garlic Flavored Saltine Crackers
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Garlic Flavored Saltine Crackers
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 

Great for a snack!

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Garlic Flavored Saltine Crackers
Servings: 6
Calories: 265 kcal
Ingredients
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 30 saltine crackers 1 packet
Instructions

  1. Make a garlic butter by combining the minced garlic with parsley and melted butter.

  2. Lay out a flat layer of saltines on a lined baking tray and use a pastry brush to baste the saltines with garlic butter.

  3. Bake in the oven for about 5 to 7 minutes until golden.

  4. Serve with any dip you like! Yum!

 

Enjoy these Garlic Flavored Saltine Crackers!

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Crunchie Bars – Quick, Easy, and Inexpensive

These Crunchie Bars are SO easy to make. My mother used to make them every year. People will never guess what is in them. A hit at any party!

 

Everybody is always thrilled to pieces when I bring them to a gathering. ( I like it a lot too). They are also extremely easy, quick, and inexpensive.

The ingredients are things I always have on hand!!!

Always a favorite around the holidays.

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Crunchie Bars
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Crunchie Bars
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Waiting Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 

Delicious and so easy to make. Ready in 30 minutes.

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Crunchie Bars
Servings: 6
Calories: 295 kcal
Ingredients
  • 35 premium plus saltine crackers
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 8 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares chopped
  • 1 cup walnuts chopped
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F Place crackers in a single layer on a foil-lined 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
  2. Heat butter and sugar in a saucepan on medium-high heat until butter is melted and the mixture is well blended. Bring to boil; boil 3 minutes without stirring.
  3. Spread over crackers.
  4. Bake 7 minutes.  Immediately sprinkle with chopped chocolate; let stand 5 minutes Spread melted chocolate over top. Sprinkle with walnuts.
  5. Cool. Cut or break into pieces.

 

Enjoy!

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Homemade Goldfish Crackers

These Homemade Goldfish Crackers are VERY addictive. So good! I can’t stop eating them. You just have to eat more and more!

 

I love my cheddar blasted goldfish crackers but I will be eating these instead from now on.

I don’t even try to imitate the goldfish shape. But when rolled out very thin and cut into round coins with a cookie-cutter they bake up nice and crispy.

Roll thicker (1/4 inch) and they puff up nicely and are kinda’ hollow inside, easy to be filled with your favorite spread.

Great recipe!

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Homemade Goldfish Crackers
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Homemade Goldfish Crackers
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Chill Time
12 hrs
Total Time
12 hrs 35 mins
 

These are really easy to make and so good they are addictive!

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Homemade Goldfish Crackers
Servings: 4
Calories: 295 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter cut into small pieces
  • 8 ounces cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions

  1. Pulse the flour, butter, cheese, salt, and pepper together using a food processor until the mixture resembles a coarse meal.

  2. Pulse in 3 to 4 tablespoons of water, one tablespoon at a time, and only enough so that the dough forms a ball and rides the blade.
  3. Remove, wrap in plastic, and chill for 20 minutes or up to 24 hours.
  4. Roll the dough out on a cookie sheet to 1/8-inch thickness. (If you roll it thicker, it will still work, but the crackers won't be quite as crunchy.).
  5. Using a pizza cutter slice dough into 1-inch squares or using a cookie cutter cut out as many crackers as possible.
  6. Bake at 350 F until golden and crisp - 15 to 20 minutes.

 

Enjoy!

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Carolyn’s Favorite Hot Wings

Carolyn’s Favorite Hot Wings are the best, crispiest, tastiest wings I’ve ever had! I’ve tried a lot of different recipes for hot wings but THIS is it!

 

These are PERFECT! Who needs to order out when you can make these at home. Outstanding.

The search is finally over.

Sorry Hooters, we’re done with you!!!

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Carolyn's Favorite Hot Wings
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Carolyn's Favorite Hot Wings
Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Marinade
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
 

Carolyn's Favorite Hot Wings are, without a doubt, the best hot wings I've ever had.

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Carolyn's Favorite Hot Wings
Servings: 6
Calories: 365 kcal
Ingredients
  • 3 lbs chicken wings
  • 1/2 cup frank hot sauce or 1⁄2 cup Crystal hot sauce
  • 1 cup flour
  • salt
  • pepper
  • cajun seasoning
  • oil for deep frying
  • 1/4 cup franks hot sauce or 1⁄2 cup Crystal hot sauce
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
  • celery rib
Instructions

  1. Cut wings into pieces discarding tips. Wash and pat dry with paper towels. Place pieces into a dish or a large baggie, add ½ Cup hot sauce and seal. Marinate at least 30 minutes or overnight is good too.

  2. Heat oil in deep-fryer to 350°.
  3. Place flour, salt, pepper and cajun seasoning in a large baggie.
  4. Drain wings but do not pat dry. Add wings a few at a time to baggie, shaking to cover, then remove.
  5. Continue until all pieces are well coated with the flour mixture. Make up more if you need it. Discard the bag.
  6. Slowly add 1/2 of the wing pieces to hot oil. Fry until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  7. Cook remaining wings and drain.
  8. In the meantime, melt butter in microwave. Add remaining ½ C hot sauce.
  9. Toss fried wings in sauce mixture and serve with your choice of Ranch or Blue Cheese dressing and celery sticks.

 

Enjoy!

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Tortilla Crisps – Super Appetizer or Snack

A friend of mine showed me these Tortilla Crisps. Delicious!!! Not only that, but they’re also easy to make and quite a different use of tortillas.

 

A super nice appetizer or snack. They are good “as is” or you can serve them with salsa or hummus.

The sesame seeds are a must – they get all brown and toasty in the oven and add so much flavor.

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Tortilla Crisps
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Tortilla Crisps
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 

These Tortilla Crisps are easy to make and a great snack.

Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Tortilla Crisps
Servings: 6
Calories: 295 kcal
Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup butter softened
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons parsley flakes
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 12 6-inch tortillas
Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients except for the tortillas.
  2. Spread each tortilla with a thick layer of the spread. It will seem like a lot of topping, but it is just right.
  3. Cut each tortilla into 8 wedges. Put on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  4. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes or until they are crisp and brown.
  5. Serve hot or cold.

 

Enjoy!

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