Category Archives: Appetizers
The controversial mushroom
My husband Sean’s out of town this week, which would explain why there are four different types of mushrooms in my refrigerator right now. His aversion to mushrooms started when he was little, and has resulted in a heightened awareness … Continue reading
Filed under Appetizers, Dinner ideas, Weeknight cooking
Thanksgiving appetizer project
A chronology of overeating Thanksgiving at my parents’ house is a daylong eating marathon. Like any long race, it has its highlights (Mom’s sausage stuffing) and lulls, upsets (such as the year underdog canned cranberry sauce vanquished the gorgeous homemade … Continue reading
Filed under Appetizers, Baked items, Meat
A companion for crusty bread
One of life’s greatest pleasures is slathering something creamy on crisp bread. The melding of contrasting textures is so appetizing, and seems to satisfy an almost universal craving. I first had a version of this cucumber-feta spread at The Purple … Continue reading
Filed under Appetizers, Sauce
Something for smearing
A basic hummus recipe is wonderful to have. Much more than just a dip for pita bread or vegetables (though it is perfectly acceptable to have it that way–see above), this Middle Eastern schmear makes a nice spread on sandwiches, … Continue reading
Filed under Appetizers, Sauce, Vegetarian
