We go bonkerz for food!
Start your meal with a little bite of goodness or serve a few appetizers for a fun party!
Crispy Baked Eggplant Fries are a favorite in our house! They’re crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside. I like to serve them with a side of tomato sauce for dipping. Most eggplant fries are made in a deep fryer. They are without a doubt delicious, but the […]
Pea and Ricotta Toast is a easy appetizer that contains all the flavors of Spring! Peas and mint are a classic flavor combination. I combine fresh peas, mint and ricotta cheese along with a little lemon zest to make a tasty spread to top crispy toasted bread. Lastly, I finish […]
A Brunch Board is a fun and casual way to serve brunch. You can put a little of everything you crave for brunch all on one board! I like to make a couple of things to go on the board and use store bought items to fill in the gaps. […]
This Zucchini and Ricotta Tart is so yummy even people who don’t like zucchini will love it (like my husband Joe)! He tried this tart and like it so much that he asked for more. I almost fell over! I felt like a mom who sneaks vegetables into meals just […]
A Charcuterie Board is lots of fun to make. You can let your imagination run wild! I start with different salumi, cheeses and continue with vegetables, fruits and nuts. Crackers or a crostini always make a great addition. Of course, olives, cornichons and other pickled vegetables pair well with the […]
Buffalo style chicken wings are a must have on any game day party menu. This preparation of the chicken wing is an American classic. For the best flavor use an unbreaded chicken wing cut into two sections. Chicken wing sections are the flat and the drumette. Most people throw the […]
This Zucchini Flatbread is one of my favorites! The crust is crispy, while the mascarpone and mozzarella cheeses add a nice creaminess that don’t over power the delicate flavor of the zucchini. Lastly, I sprinkle a little fresh thyme over the top of the pizza. It adds a nice earthy […]
Warm Bacon Wrapped Dates are an easy to make and delicious appetizer. They’re a classic for a reason! The sweet date paired with the pungent blue cheese and the crispy bacon make these one perfect bite. Dates are sweet and delicious There are over 200 varieties of dates to choose […]
Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs are the perfect little appetizer. They are sweet, tangy, and crunchy all in one small bite. Plus, they are quick to make and have only four ingredients! Use good quality ingredients Since these Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs contain only four ingredients, be sure to use the […]
Greek Cheese Puffs, called Tiropitakia in Greek, are crispy phyllo dough triangles filled with a bold feta cheese filling. They are the perfect little appetizer. I like to serve them hot out of the oven with some cold appetizers like Olives and Salami, my Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs, or Grilled […]
This is the classic beef empanada filling that I think of when empanadas come to mind. Its the most popular with my friends and family, even with our friends from South America! The seasonings have a Cuban influence, but I bake instead of fry them. Even though this is a […]
Grilled Artichokes are a wonderful addition to any antipasto tray, along side some olives and salami, my Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs or Greek Cheese Puffs. They’re also nice as side item with a dinner entrée. I like my artichokes seasoned lightly with lemon juice, olive oil and fresh basil and […]