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Spicy Tuna Cucumber Bites

Appetizers, Gluten-Free / MaryJo / 1 Comment / August 24, 2021

A quick and easy finger food appetizer of spicy tuna on a crunchy cucumber crust is perfect for your next gathering. I like to call this recipe, "Poor Man's Sushi." Does that mean you have to be poor to eat it? Or even a man? Haha no, of course not! It's just a super [...]

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Pizza Potato Skins

Appetizers, Gluten-Free / MaryJo / Leave a Comment / August 22, 2021

This crispy, cheesy, kid-friendly snack is perfect for a weekend game night or makes a satisfying appetizer for any occasion. When you feel like a snack, but don't want to ruin your diet, make a batch of these pizza potato skins. It just might become your new favorite way to get your pizza fix. With

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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Appetizers, Gluten-Free, Keto / MaryJo / Leave a Comment / July 14, 2021

This creamy and smooth appetizer or snack is a flavorful blend of chickpeas, roasted red peppers, and spice that is perfect for dipping. Hummus has become very popular in recent years. It's not surprising, as it is a wonderful, well-balanced, low-carb, and keto-friendly snack. It doesn't hurt that it is full of protein, fiber,

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Stuffed Mini Sweet Peppers

Appetizers, Gluten-Free, Keto / MaryJo / Leave a Comment / May 20, 2021

This super easy, cheesy stuffed mini sweet pepper party appetizer gets deliciously melty in just 5 minutes and will have your guests drooling for more. Everyone loves a fun appetizer, amirite? I know I sure do. When you are the one hosting you want to serve a crowd-pleasing snack, but you also want that

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Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Appetizers, Gluten-Free, Sauces / MaryJo / Leave a Comment / April 25, 2021

Grab your favorite tortilla chips and get ready for a delicious taste explosion with this feisty fresh garden salsa verde. One of the things I love about Mexican restaurants is the salsa verde that I can get while I am there. And now, thanks to this recipe, I can have the same taste and

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Warm Spinach Artichoke Dip

Appetizers, Gluten-Free / MaryJo / Leave a Comment / April 15, 2021

Warm and bubbly spinach artichoke dip is a no-fail party appetizer that everyone loves. This no mayo recipe is easy to put together and can be served with your favorite chips, crackers, baguette sliced, or fresh veggies. There's nothing quite like dipping a chip or tiny toast slice into a hot dip and pulling

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Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Appetizers, Desserts / MaryJo / Leave a Comment / February 2, 2021

Chocolate covered strawberries are easy to make and decorate. They make a decadent gourmet treat or a beautiful gift. I absolutely love chocolate covered strawberries! Whenever there was an opportunity to enjoy them, it felt special because they are so fancy and delicious. It wasn't until I tried making them myself that I realize

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Italian Antipasto Platter

Appetizers, Holiday / MaryJo / Leave a Comment / November 5, 2020

Delicious cured meats, fruits, veggies, and cheeses to include on an Italian antipasto appetizer platter, and the best way to arrange the tray for entertaining. See just how easy it is to create your own charcuterie board that will be perfect for entertaining - from holidays to everyday occasions. Antipasto or

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Easy Candied Pecans

Appetizers, Holiday / MaryJo / Leave a Comment / November 3, 2020

Delicious sweet and savory spiced maple pecans perfect for snacking and elegant enough for entertaining. This blog post contains affiliate links. Read my full disclosure here. If you enjoy spiced pecans, you are going to love this recipe. Be forewarned - these pecans are addicting! The amazing cinnamon flavor not only makes

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Fig Jam

Appetizers, Gluten-Free, Holiday, Sauces / MaryJo / Leave a Comment / November 2, 2020

Delicious and easy to make homemade fig jam that is gluten-free with no added sugar, making it a perfect healthy preserve. This blog post contains affiliate links. Read my full disclosure here. Enjoy this simple recipe for homemade fig jam with a hint of vanilla on toast or mix it in your

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