Spicy Deviled Eggs

Looking for different ways to dress up deviled eggs to appease the spice lovers on your list? One simple way is with an Asian flair on this classic appetizer.

Since deviled eggs are a mainstay at our family gatherings, I’ve been trying to find new ways to dress them up to please the spice lovers in my family. This past weekend we tried an Asian style twist which my husband and our guests really loved — with Spicy Deviled …

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Escargots à la Bourguignonne for a Crowd

Escargots à la Bourguignonne are tender & delicious. Serve with a crusty baguette for sopping up the butter sauce & you have the perfect quick & easy app.

Escargots à la Bourguignonne is somewhat of an acquired taste and are popular among those with an adventurous palate. This classic French dish is thought to be difficult to prepare, perfect and serve but that’s surely not the case. Generally served in single-serving plates, our version is cooked in a …

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Medianoche Cuban Sandwiches

This variation of the classic Cuban sandwich is called Medianoche, and is traditionally served on sweet bread rather than the typical Cuban bread.

Authentic Cuban bread is difficult to find in our area, so we’ve prepared these Cuban Sliders which are traditionally served with sweet bread. Medianoche Cuban sandwiches are aptly named since Medianoche, or midnight is typically when these small sandwiches are usually eaten after a night of dancing. These sandwiches were an absolute …

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Plantain Chips with Mojo Vinaigrette

Homemade Green Plantain Chips with Mojo Vinaigrette are so easy to make and are reminiscent of the style chips served in the Cuban cafes

Homemade Green Plantain Chips with Mojo Vinaigrette is so easy to make and are reminiscent of the style chips served in the Cuban cafes I’ve eaten at in Florida. They were the perfect accompaniment for our Cuban Theme Party (post coming Sept 21). Because of the starchiness of the plantains, …

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Chicken Pasta Salad

By incorporating the meat and other ingredients into one Chicken Noodle Salad, we've created a simple all-in-one meal. | KitchenDreaming.com |

Chicken Pasta salad is an incredibly versatile summer dish. Creamy and delicious, it’s portable for picnics and potlucks and easy to prepare. We actually prepare pasta salads all year long. You can start this dish with baked, broiled, grilled, or smoked chicken. If you want to use up a leftover …

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Quick Pickled Shrimp

This simple, easy to follow recipe for Quick Pickled Shrimp is perfect for summer.

Summer meals in my house contain a lot of fresh, local seafood. Fresh local shrimp tops our list and is a favorite of every member of my family. Since we are hosting some summer barbecues this year with friends and family, we wanted to start early in getting our recipes …

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