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Appetizers, snacks and the like
Taco Cups, BBQ cups or pizza cups
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| Source | momandaaron |
| Prep time | 20 minutes |
| Recipes | Little Somethings |
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Description
These freeze great and make a great after-school, before homework snack. Also makes a nice lunch and easy for those little hands to hold and devour.
Ingredients
| 1 | can | refrigerator biscuits |
| leftover taco filling, sloppy joes or pizza toppings |
Instructions
Roll each bicuit to fit inside and up the sides of a muffin tin. Fill with your choice of fillings, top with cheese and bake according to biscuit directions.
Pork Egg Rolls
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| Prep time | 30 minutes |
| Recipes | Pork Little Somethings |
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Description
Mmmm...egg rolls...
Ingredients
| 1 | lb | ground pork |
| 2 | T | soy sauce |
| 2 | T | sherry |
| 1 | t | white pepper |
| 1 | T | sesame oil |
| 1 | pinch | sugar |
| 1 | T | chopped green onion |
| 1 | egg white | |
| 1 | T | cornstarch |
| 1 | t | salt |
| 4 | T | chopped bamboo shoots or water chestnuts |
| 2 | clove | garlic, crushed |
| 1 | package | egg roll wrappers |
| oil or fat for frying |
Instructions
Mix all of the ingredients for the filling together (everything but the egg white and the wrappers). Place about 1/4 C. of filling in the center of each egg roll wrap, fold corners in and roll up. Brush on beaten egg to use as "glue". Deep fry in 2 inches of vegetable or peanut oil at 360 degrees until golden brown and pork is cooked through. Enjoy!
Chocolate Peanut Snack Mix
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| Source | Sara Gray, Easy Appetizer Recipes |
| Prep time | 15 minutes |
| Recipes | Cooking with Kids Gift Ideas Little Somethings |
| Seasons | Halloween Holidays |
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Description
Ingredients
| 4 | c | shredded or corn chex-type cereal (square) |
| 3 | c | pretzels (salted) |
| 2 | c | peanuts (salted) |
| 1 1⁄2 | c | semisweet or milk chocolate chips |
| 1 | c | peanut butter (smooth) |
| 1 | c | butter or margarine |
| 1 1⁄2 | c | sugar (powdered) |
| 2 | T | cocoa (baking type) |
| 4 | c | shredded or corn chex-type cereal (square) |
| 3 | c | pretzels (salted) |
| 2 | c | peanuts (salted) |
| 1 1⁄2 | c | semisweet or milk chocolate chips |
| 1 | c | peanut butter (smooth) |
| 1 | c | butter or margarine |
| 1 1⁄2 | c | sugar (powdered) |
| 2 | T | cocoa (baking type) |
Instructions
You can mix the ingredients in a large stainless steel bowl or use a couple of smaller bowls to evenly distribute the mix.
First, spread out long sheets of waxed paper on a table or countertop. Then, mix together the cereal, pretzels, and peanuts. You'll need to toss the ingredients evenly to distribute.
Next, put into the microwave the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and margarine. Microwave on a normal setting for 30 second intervals. In between the intervals, stir the mixture until everything is melted and smooth.
Then, pour the chocolate mix over the cereal mix and toss it well to coat evenly. You'll want to spread the mixture out on the wax paper that you put down earlier. And then, in a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar and cocoa. The final step is to sprinkle the cocoa mixture over the chocolate coated mix. Let it all dry thoroughly and then place the snack mix in a tightly sealed container to store until you are ready to use. Deeelish!
Notes
Making snack mixes are a great way to bond with your child - especially if they like to bake or cook or help you in the kitchen. And this chocolate peanut snack mix is no exception. Not only will your child have fun making something with you, but the end result will please even the most die-hard chocoholic.
This easy appetizer recipe has many uses with one of them being a great treat at Halloween. But don't stop there, use your imagination. Snack mixes are always popular at parties and can be used as a party favor and wrapped up in gauzy material, tied with a ribbon or packaged in a fun clear glass jar with a nice note attached.
Sara Gray is an avid lover of appetizers and has created a great website called Easy Appetizer Recipes where you can find delicious ideas for all kinds of hot and cold appetizers, raclette grilling, tapas small plates, snacks, chips and dip ideas, and appetizer soups.
Homemade Potato Chips
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| Source | Sara Gray, Easy Appetizer Recipes |
| Prep time | 15 minutes |
| Recipes | Little Somethings |
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Ingredients
| 4 | large russet potatoes | |
| large bowl of ice water | ||
| 2 | qt | of peanut oil |
| sea salt to taste | ||
| Electric fryer | ||
| 4 | large russet potatoes | |
| large bowl of ice water | ||
| 2 | qt | of peanut oil |
| sea salt to taste | ||
| Electric fryer |
Instructions
First, scrub, your potatoes thoroughly. Get all that earthy stuff off of them until they are as clean as they'll get. Then, with a sharp knife, thinly slice the potatoes, or use a vegetable slicing machine. Place the slices in a the bowl of ice water and soak for 1 hour.
With your electric deep-fat fryer or deep-fat fryer, pour in the oil to a depth of 4 to 5 inches, making sure that the oil doesn't come up the sides of your pot more than halfway. Heat the oil until the temperature registers between 375 and 400 degrees F. Use a deep-fat thermometer to gage the temperature.
Drain your slices and pat dry with some paper towels. Fry the slices in small batches until golden brown. Turn them frequently using a slotted spoon. Then, transfer your chips to a paper towel to drain.
Season your chips with the salt or use your favorite seasoned salt like Dash or Spike. Seasoned salt gives plain old potato chips a face lift. But go easy! A little seasoned salt goes a long ways.
You can serve these beautiful chips either warm (absolutely my favorite way) or cold. Or, just store them in an air tight container. Definitely make sure you have more on hand than you think you'll need, because these yummy potato chips will disappear faster than you can say, "Potato Chip Heaven!"Notes
Oh, how I ADORE potato chips. Ever since I can remember, I hoarded the potato chip bag and could hardly manage to share. Yes, how self-absorbed! So, to get over my selfishness, I decided to share my passion for potato chips by always having a supply on hand - without having to run to the store every 3 or 4 days!
At any rate, I may convert you to a snack-aholic with these beyond belief homemade potato chips that are simple to make and you'll never want to go back to the bagged, store-bought kind again. Trust me, you'll love them!
Are you the creative type? How about making your chips of the mixed variety? Make them not just with Russet potatoes, but try making some of your chips from Finnish yellow or Peruvian purple potatoes.
Just be aware that each kind of potato has its own moisture content. So, you'll need to fry up batches individually. Once finished, you'll have a lovely mix of homemade delicacies - no longer everyday, but splendidly done potato chips.
Making your own potato chips doesn't have to be a chore. Enjoy frying up fresh batches and sharing them with your family and friends. The freshness makes such a huge difference and the people you share with, will love you for the little bit of extra effort.
Sara Gray is an avid lover of appetizers and has created a great website called Easy Appetizer Recipes where you can find delicious ideas for all kinds of hot and cold appetizers, raclette grilling, tapas small plates, snacks, chips and dip ideas, and appetizer soups.
Bite Size Impossible Pies
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| Source | JR |
| Prep time | 1 hour |
| Recipes | Brownbag Lunch Little Somethings Potluck Favorites |
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Ingredients
| 2 | c | ham, cut up in small pieces |
| 1 | c | cheese, shredded |
| 1 | c | green onion or onion, chopped |
| 2 | c | milk |
| 4 | eggs | |
| 1 | c | Bisquick(tm) or baking mix |
| 1 | t | salt |
| 1 | t | pepper |
| 2 | c | ham, cut up in small pieces |
| 1 | c | cheese, shredded |
| 1 | c | green onion or onion, chopped |
| 2 | c | milk |
| 4 | eggs | |
| 1 | c | Bisquick(tm) or baking mix |
| 1 | t | salt |
| 1 | t | pepper |
Instructions
Heat oven to 400 deg. Sprinkle ham, cheese and onions in muffin cups. Beat remaining ingredients till smooth, 15 seconds in blender or 1 minute with hand beater. Pour over other ingredients in muffin pan.
Bake until golden brown or until knife inserted in center comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool 5 minutes.
Notes
Use the Bisquick recipes for "Impossible Pies" for bite sized foods for lunch for kids or adults. Follow the regular recipes, but divide it equally into a muffin pan (cupcake liners not required). Our favorite has been ham & cheese, but you can make any combination you want. Great for picnics or travel.
Fusilli all'improvisto
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| Prep time | 15 minutes |
| Recipes | Little Somethings Pasta and Assorted Noodles Sauces, Marinades, Rubs and Dressings |
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Ingredients
| Fusilli pasta (I recommend De Cecco) | ||
| Balsamic vinegar (to taste) | ||
| Olive oil (to taste) | ||
| Rosemary (to taste) | ||
| Oregano (to taste) | ||
| Crushed red pepper (to taste) | ||
| Fusilli pasta (I recommend De Cecco) | ||
| Balsamic vinegar (to taste) | ||
| Olive oil (to taste) | ||
| Rosemary (to taste) | ||
| Oregano (to taste) | ||
| Crushed red pepper (to taste) |
Instructions
Optional ingredient:
Boneless chicken breast
"Fusilli all'Improvisto" translates as "Unexpected fusilli", and comes from the fact that I came up with this this evening at the spur of the moment for a friend of mine who was trying to figure out what she could make for dinner without getting groceries. While I only just thought of this and have yet to try it myself, the result caused my friend to suggest that I should consider doing this professionally.
This recipe takes almost no time to make. First, put on a pot of water with table salt for the fusilli. While doing that, sautée the chicken breast in olive oil and balsamic vinegar until slightly browned on the outside and completely white on the inside.
Once the water comes to a boil, pour in however much fusilli you prefer. I recommend De Cecco fusilli, as it is one of the few brands of fusilli I've found that manages to have substance while not being too hard. If you're using De Cecco, allow the fusilli to cook at medium-high heat for eleven minutes.
Drain the fusilli and toss with the balsamic vinegar, rosemary, oregano, olive oil, crushed red pepper, and chicken breast.
Enjoy!
Artichoke-Parmesean Spread with a Kick
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| Source | J.V. |
| Prep time | 15 minutes |
| Recipes | Little Somethings |
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Ingredients
Instructions
1 Large jar marinated artichoke hearts
generous dash of garlic powder
6 oz. shredded parmesean cheese
1-2 tablespoons finely diced jalepeno peppers from a jar
heaping spoonful of mayonaise
Drain artichoke hearts and finely dice in a food processor or with a pastry cutter. Crumble parmesean into bowl and sprinkle with garlic powder. Stir in mayo and jalepenos. Mash down into bowl and let sit for 15-30 minutes. Serve with crackers such as wheat thins.
generous dash of garlic powder
6 oz. shredded parmesean cheese
1-2 tablespoons finely diced jalepeno peppers from a jar
heaping spoonful of mayonaise
Drain artichoke hearts and finely dice in a food processor or with a pastry cutter. Crumble parmesean into bowl and sprinkle with garlic powder. Stir in mayo and jalepenos. Mash down into bowl and let sit for 15-30 minutes. Serve with crackers such as wheat thins.
Happiness
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| Source | MoMom |
| Prep time | 15 minutes |
| Recipes | Little Somethings |
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I wasn't sure which grouping to put this recipe in so I just picked "Little Somethings". Anyway my mother gave me this recipe and I thought it was cute and wanted to share it with you all!
" Happiness"
Mix: 2 heaping cups of Patience
1 Big heart full of Love
Add to all of the above:
2 handfuls of Generosity
Blend in plenty of Laughter and Understanding
Combine:
Alot of Faith with the ingredients above
Generously add some kindness and mix together well
Then, Sprinkle heaping portions to everyone you meet!
I thought that was cute and I hope you all liked it too!
Thanks, Holly
" Happiness"
Mix: 2 heaping cups of Patience
1 Big heart full of Love
Add to all of the above:
2 handfuls of Generosity
Blend in plenty of Laughter and Understanding
Combine:
Alot of Faith with the ingredients above
Generously add some kindness and mix together well
Then, Sprinkle heaping portions to everyone you meet!
I thought that was cute and I hope you all liked it too!
Thanks, Holly
Magicly Stuffed Mushrooms
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| Source | lakota4 |
| Prep time | 15 minutes |
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Instructions
1 pound of stuffing mushrooms
1 can of crab meat
1 1/2 sleeve of butter flavored crackers ( ritz or kebbler)
real butter 1/2 cup or 1 cup what ever is perfered
1 tsp of crushed garlic
Mozzerella Cheese
Remove and chop stems of mushrooms and add to the mixture
mix all of the mixture together in a large bowl
add to mushroom tops on a baking sheet and add the mozzerlla cheese to the top
Bake for 20 to 25 mins on 350 top with tin foil to pervent burning
1 can of crab meat
1 1/2 sleeve of butter flavored crackers ( ritz or kebbler)
real butter 1/2 cup or 1 cup what ever is perfered
1 tsp of crushed garlic
Mozzerella Cheese
Remove and chop stems of mushrooms and add to the mixture
mix all of the mixture together in a large bowl
add to mushroom tops on a baking sheet and add the mozzerlla cheese to the top
Bake for 20 to 25 mins on 350 top with tin foil to pervent burning
Cran-Sauer Festive Meatballs
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| Source | Hope |
| Prep time | 15 minutes |
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Instructions
2lbs hamburger
1/2 packet onion soup mix
3 eggs
1 cup cracker crumbs
Salt and pepper
1 cup sauerkraut(washed and drained)
1 can cranberries(whole cranberies)
1 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup BBQ sauce
Mix beef, soup mix, eggs, cracker crumbs, salt and pepper-form medium sized balls(1 inch or slightly larger. Put in small roaster or larger casserole dish.
Mix sauerkraut, cranberries, brown sugar and BBQ sauce-pour over meatballs.
Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
These meatballs are great for a potluck offering, or for appetizers. I've also had them as a main dish supper item with rice or mashed potatoes.
1/2 packet onion soup mix
3 eggs
1 cup cracker crumbs
Salt and pepper
1 cup sauerkraut(washed and drained)
1 can cranberries(whole cranberies)
1 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup BBQ sauce
Mix beef, soup mix, eggs, cracker crumbs, salt and pepper-form medium sized balls(1 inch or slightly larger. Put in small roaster or larger casserole dish.
Mix sauerkraut, cranberries, brown sugar and BBQ sauce-pour over meatballs.
Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
These meatballs are great for a potluck offering, or for appetizers. I've also had them as a main dish supper item with rice or mashed potatoes.
Artichoke, Spinach, and Parmesan Bruchetta
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| Source | J.V. |
| Prep time | 15 minutes |
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Ingredients
Instructions
1 baguette (skinny, long french bread)
olive oil
1 jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 pkg. chopped frozen spinach, defrosted and squeezed
6 oz. shredded parm. cheese
garlic powder
1/2 cup mayonaise
diced seeded jalepeno chili optional
Slice baguette into 1 inch rounds. brush with olive oil and grill over medium until golden brown on one side. Flip and grill other side just until crispy. Mix other ingredients well in a bowl and spread about 1 tablespoon onto each bread slice (on the golden side). Grill again until until cheese melts, and is hot and bubbly.
My family has been known to make a meal of this and a salad on hot summer days. I also usually use fresh spinach from the garden, just washed, torn, and steamed in the microwave until wilted. I also usually use fresh roasted garlic puree if I have it on hand in place of the garlic powder.
olive oil
1 jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 pkg. chopped frozen spinach, defrosted and squeezed
6 oz. shredded parm. cheese
garlic powder
1/2 cup mayonaise
diced seeded jalepeno chili optional
Slice baguette into 1 inch rounds. brush with olive oil and grill over medium until golden brown on one side. Flip and grill other side just until crispy. Mix other ingredients well in a bowl and spread about 1 tablespoon onto each bread slice (on the golden side). Grill again until until cheese melts, and is hot and bubbly.
My family has been known to make a meal of this and a salad on hot summer days. I also usually use fresh spinach from the garden, just washed, torn, and steamed in the microwave until wilted. I also usually use fresh roasted garlic puree if I have it on hand in place of the garlic powder.
Blue Cheese-Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms
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| Prep time | 30 minutes |
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Ingredients
| 1 | c | crumbled blue cheese |
| 3 | scallions, diced | |
| 1 | jar real bacon bits | |
| 1 | pkg. large white mushrooms, stems removed and cleaned | |
| 1 | c | cream cheese, room temperature |
| 1 | c | crumbled blue cheese |
| 3 | scallions, diced | |
| 1 | jar real bacon bits | |
| 1 | pkg. large white mushrooms, stems removed and cleaned | |
| 1 | c | cream cheese, room temperature |
Instructions
Mix the bacon, scallions, and blue cheese into the cream cheese. Mound into the mushroom cavities and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes, or until light brown and bubbly. Let cool before eating so the filling can solidify a bit (less mess).
Steamed Dumplings
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| Source | Reverse-engineered from the Tao of Tea in Portland, OR |
| Prep time | 15 minutes |
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Ingredients
| Gyoza/potsticker wrappers (little round ones) | ||
| A little oil like olive or peanut for stir-frying | ||
| A little lemon zest wouldn't hurt | ||
| Dark sesame oil (the Asian flavoring kind, not the light health food store kind) | ||
| Sesame seeds | ||
| About 1 tsp fresh minced ginger | ||
| Soy sauce, tamari or ponzu sauce (citrus-flavored soy sauce) Soy sauce, tamari or ponzu sauce (citrus-flavored soy sauce) | ||
| Chopped vegetables--carrot, Chinese cabbage, celery, bell pepper, whatever you'd like or have to hand | ||
| Water for sealing the wrappers | ||
| A steamer basket and a pot to put it in | ||
| No-stick spray or a little oil on a paper towel | ||
| Gyoza/potsticker wrappers (little round ones) | ||
| A little oil like olive or peanut for stir-frying | ||
| A little lemon zest wouldn't hurt | ||
| Dark sesame oil (the Asian flavoring kind, not the light health food store kind) | ||
| Sesame seeds | ||
| About 1 tsp fresh minced ginger | ||
| Soy sauce, tamari or ponzu sauce (citrus-flavored soy sauce) Soy sauce, tamari or ponzu sauce (citrus-flavored soy sauce) | ||
| Chopped vegetables--carrot, Chinese cabbage, celery, bell pepper, whatever you'd like or have to hand | ||
| Water for sealing the wrappers | ||
| A steamer basket and a pot to put it in | ||
| No-stick spray or a little oil on a paper towel |
Instructions
Briefly stirfry the vegetables in a little oil until just done. Use as a filling in the wrapper--don't put too much in each one, just a scant teaspoon's worth. Dip your finger in the water, run round the edge of the wrapper, fold and seal shut, pinching good and hard. Oil or spray the steamer basket, get the water boiling, put the dumplings in the steamer making sure they don't touch. Steam until the wrappers are translucent, about five minutes or so.
Sauce: Take the remaining ingredients--ginger, soy or other sauce, sesame seeds, sesame oil, lemon zest--and mix together to taste. Start with around a quarter cup of soy sauce and futz till you like it.
Serve the steamed dumplings with the sauce.
Notes
This is my version of a dish served at Tao of Tea in Portland, OR, my favorite tea house (if you see a rotund lady in a blue-and-black cotton shawl eating dumplings and drinking darjeeling, it's me).