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Shari
My name is Shari, and I am an Arizona native and married mother of 3 who loves to cook and bake and figure out how to garden successfully in our suburban home in the desert. On this blog you will find a combination of savory and sweet recipes that have been tested by me, along with many tips to help you be successful. I hope you enjoy them! (cookazido.com)
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Category Archives: Appetizers
Perfect Guacamole
I realized recently that I don’t have a recipe on Cook AZ I Do for guacamole. Considering how much our family likes guacamole, that just is not acceptable. I think the reason I haven’t put it on here is most … Continue reading
Classic Deviled Eggs and an Easy Peeling Method That Really Works
I can’t even tell you how excited I am to have found an easy way to peel hard-boiled eggs. We usually celebrate Easter at our house by going to church, and then having a big Easter dinner with lots of … Continue reading
Christmas Reflections of the Disorganized Kind and Caramelized Bacon Tater Tots for New Year’s Eve
I hope you had a wonderful holiday! It is hard to believe it has come and gone already. I always have mixed feelings about our Christmas celebration. I love the time spent with family and friends, all of the wonderful … Continue reading
Caramelized Pear Crostini with Honey and Thyme
With all of the holidays coming quickly upon us, I am always on the lookout for a delicious appetizer to start off the evening. This crostini is perfect because it has all the flavors and colors of fall, yet can … Continue reading
Homemade Chipotle Salsa
I have a recipe I am very excited to share with you today (actually I feel that way every time I share a recipe so what’s new?). But this recipe involves Mexican food and salsa! Salsa is a pretty big … Continue reading
Posted in Appetizers, Cinco de Mayo, Company, Low Fat, Mexican, Party Recipes, Recipes, Salsas
Tagged chipotle, Chipotle Salsa, Cinco de Mayo, Mexican, Mexican Recipes, Salsa
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Valentine Cheese Board
I was in Trader Joe’s the other day when I was inspired to create a Valentine’s Day cheese board. The thing that made me think of it were 2 incredible cheeses that I ran across. They were giving out samples … Continue reading
Brown Sugar Glazed Meatballs
I debated about what to call these meatballs because I wanted to convey just how wonderful they are. I thought about “the best meatballs in the world” or “Mom’s amazing meatballs” because they are both of those things. I have … Continue reading
Kalamata Olive Tapenade and Bruschetta Board Appetizer
With the holidays coming and lots of potential company, I wanted to post this recipe for Kalamata Olive Tapenade. It is one of the favorite appetizers I have made this year. I know that sounds weird for something that looks like … Continue reading
Posted in Appetizers, Company, Italian, Party Recipes, Recipes
Tagged appetizer, Bruschetta, dip, Kalamata Olive Tapenade, kalamata olives, Olive Tapenade
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Make Your Guests Comfortable With Pesto Hummus Dip
I just love appetizers. Especially any kind of appetizer that involves dip for vegetables, crackers, or chips. Not only do I love eating them, but I enjoy serving them at a party or when we have friends over for dinner … Continue reading
Posted in Appetizers, Company, Party Recipes, Recipes
Tagged Appetizers, dip, hummus, Pesto, Pesto Hummus, vegetable dip
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