Category Archives: Snacks & Appetizers

Fresh Homemade Salsa

Tomatoes, tomatoes, and more tomatoes… What in the world am I going to do with all of these tomatoes? We do this every spring, we plants so many tomato plants and then they all come in at once.

I hate to waste anything so I am finally taking the time this summer to make my own salsa and sauce.

Fresh Homemade Salsa

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Zucchini Fries with Sriracha Dipping Sauce

Got zucchini? Holy smokes we have lots and lots of zucchini growing in our garden right now! So I am trying to get creative with recipe ideas.

I just love zucchini and I love fries…Zucchini fries=Yummy!

Zucchini-Fries

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Zucchini Fritters

The local produce stands are open for the summer! Nothing tastes better than fresh local produce. It is also awesome to support your local farmers.

Everything looks so delicious it’s hard to choose so I usually end up with a bunch of veggies and zucchini is one of them. I never have too many zucchini recipes. So when I saw this recipe on Closet Cooking I knew this would be perfect. Thanks Kevin!

Zucchini Fritters

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Strawberry Chocolate Chip Muffins

Sometimes you just need something sweet! Strawberry Chocolate Chips Muffins will definitely do the trick and not make you feel guilty. These muffins are super moist and oh so yummy.

I used some of those delicious strawberries I picked the other day. I picked so many strawberries I didn’t even make a dent in huge basket I got at a local farm. So it looks like we will be eating a lot of strawberries this week!

Healthy Strawberry Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Tomato Mozzarella Skewers

Looking for an appetizer to make for a Memorial Day picnic? Then look no further!

With tomato season right around the corner these tomato mozzarella skewers make a perfect summer appetizer. They are super easy to prepare and one of my favorite appetizers to make for a party.

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Mango Cucumber Salsa

Memorial Day is coming up fast. Time for outdoor picnics and parties. If you’re looking for an easy, healthier alternative, this is it! Not only does this salsa makes a great dip, but would also taste awesome on shrimp, fish, chicken or my favorite, scallops. And the mangos are so refreshing on a hot summer day. Bring on the heat!

Mango Cucumber Salsa

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Mexican Egg and Quinoa Muffins

Keeping with the Cinco de Mayo theme… I give you Mexican Egg and Quinoa Muffins!

Mexican Egg Quinoa Muffins

I just love to make all kinds of things in my muffin pan. These muffins are so darn good I just had to share. Not only are they super easy to make, they’re good for you too.

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