The word tzatzeki has origins in Turkey and Armenia and is the Greek name for this delicious dip. Actually, Tzatzeki can be either an appetizer, side dish or cold soup. Variations of tzatzeki are served in Turkey, Armenia, The Balkans, Cyprus, The Middle East and even Poland! What You’ll […]
Appetizers
Dee’s Thai Chicken Wings
This dish will never fail to impress and satisfy. Serve at a party as an appetizer or at home as a meal with special fried rice and watch them disappear! Dee’s Thai Chicken Wings This dish will become a favorite of friends and family. From start to finish, this dish […]
Scallop, Shrimp and Crab Salad w/Creamy Tarragon Dressing
Scallop, Shrimp and Crab Salad w/Creamy Tarragon Dressing The delicate sweetness of seared scallops and tarragon balances with the tang of horseradish. Either tuck inside an avocado as a salad or top crispy cucumber rounds for a mouthwatering appetizer. Dee-Lightful! What you’ll need: 12 large “dry” scallops* 1/2 cup cooked […]
Mussels in Wine & Broth with Garlic, Fennel & Herbs
Mussels in Wine & Broth with Garlic, Fennel and Herbs Serves 4 as a main course What you’ll need: 4 pounds fresh live mussels 4 large shallots, chopped 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh fennel bulb 8 large cloves garlic, chopped 2 cups good quality dry white wine, such as Pinot […]
Fresh Grilled Figs with Mascarpone, Pistachios and Honey
Enjoy fresh and succulent figs when they are in season — truly the food of the gods! When they are grilled, they become exotically luscious! Share this unique flavor experience at your next summer party. Serve with an array of cheeses, olives, nuts and a crisp white wine. Fresh Grilled […]
Dee’s Ceviche
Dee’s Ceviche Serves 12 Simple and fantastic!! This ceviche recipe is quite user friendly! You can use any shellfish you like. I prefer the combination I have listed in the recipe, but experiment with the blend of fish and citrus flavors, to suit your personal taste. The Serrano chilies can […]
Prosciutto, Fennel and Olive Crostini
Delightful Summer Appetizer! Try this easy but elegant appetizer to impress your friends and your own palate! Crostini with Prosciutto, Fennel, Olives and Almonds What you’ll need: ½ cup whole raw almonds 1 large fennel head, fronds reserved for garnish 5 Tablespoons olive oil 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice […]
Cranberry Pesto Crostini with Chevre’
Cranberry Pesto Crostini with Chevre’ Makes about 24 appetizers This takes only about 20 minutes to prepare! What you’ll need: ½ cup Chevre’ (French for goat cheese) at room temperature, 4 oz. ¼ cup cream cheese at room temperature, 4 oz. (You can use Neufchatel) ¾ teaspoon coarse kosher […]
Brie Toast with Chardonnay Plumped Raisins
Serve this unique appetizer to your holiday guests! Brie Toast with Chardonnay Plumped Raisins Makes 24 Appetizer Toasts What you’ll need: 1 ½ cups water 1 cup Chardonnay or other good quality white wine ¼ cup plus 2 Tablespoons sugar 1 Vanilla bean, split in half vertically 1 cup golden […]
