Category Archives: Appetizers

Perfect Guacamole

Posted on September 4, 2015 by Shari

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 →

Posted in Appetizers, Cabin Recipes, Cinco de Mayo, Company, Family Favorites, Mexican, Party Recipes, Recipes, Summer Recipes | Tagged Appetizers, chunky guacamole, Cinco de Mayo, guacamole, Mexican food recipes | 31 Comments

Classic Deviled Eggs and an Easy Peeling Method That Really Works

Posted on March 28, 2015 by Shari

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 →

Posted in 4th of July Recipes, Appetizers, Breakfast, Easter, Recipes, Summer Recipes | Tagged 4th of July Recipes, Classic Deviled Eggs, Deviled Eggs, Easter, Easy Peeling Method, Hard Boiled Eggs, How to Hard Boil Eggs, Summer Recipes | 30 Comments

Christmas Reflections of the Disorganized Kind and Caramelized Bacon Tater Tots for New Year’s Eve

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Shari

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 →

Posted in Appetizers, Company, New Year's Recipes, Party Recipes, Recipes | Tagged Appetizers, appetizers with bacon, Bacon, Caramelized bacon wrapped tater tots, New Year's Recipes, Party Recipes, tater tot appetizer, tater tots | 16 Comments

Caramelized Pear Crostini with Honey and Thyme

Posted on November 3, 2014 by Shari

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 →

Posted in Appetizers, Christmas, Company, Fall Recipes, Party Recipes, Recipes, Thanksgiving Recipes | Tagged Appetizers, Caramelized Pear Crostini, Christmas Recipes, Crostini, Fall Recipes, Party Recipes, Thanksgiving Recipes | 25 Comments

Homemade Chipotle Salsa

Posted on May 4, 2014 by Shari

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 | 27 Comments

Valentine Cheese Board

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Shari

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 →

Posted in Appetizers, Company, Party Recipes, Recipes, Valentine's Day | Tagged appetizer, Cheese Board, Valentine Cheese Board, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day Appetizer, Valentine's Day Dinner, Valentine's Day Ideas, Valentine's Day Recipe | 20 Comments

Melty, Caramelized Ham and Cheese Sliders

Posted on January 31, 2014 by Shari

I have to say this is one of the strangest and yummiest recipes I have made. I have had this recipe in my “to make” file for quite a while, but had never gotten around to trying it. It was … Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers, Breads and Rolls, Breakfast, Cabin Recipes, Lunch, Main Dish, Party Recipes, Recipes, Weeknight Meals | Tagged Appetizers, Ham and Cheese Sandwiches, Ham and Cheese Sliders, Hot Ham and Cheese Sandwiches, Lunch, Sandwiches, Super Bowl Recipes | 8 Comments

Brown Sugar Glazed Meatballs

Posted on December 31, 2013 by Shari

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 →

Posted in Appetizers, Christmas, Company, New Year's Recipes, Party Recipes, Recipes | Tagged Appetizer Meatballs, Appetizer Recipes, Appetizers, Brown Sugar Glazed Meatballs, Meatball Appetizer, Meatballs, New Year's Recipes | 5 Comments

Kalamata Olive Tapenade and Bruschetta Board Appetizer

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Shari

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 | 7 Comments

Make Your Guests Comfortable With Pesto Hummus Dip

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Shari

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 →