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Summer Appetizers – Here are some recipes and photos from a recent Summer Party at our condo in Milwaukee. We hosted a get-together for friends featuring heavy hors d’oeuvre and appetizers. What we served is listed below. The explanation of each photo is listed with each plate, Summer Appetizers #1 […]
This is another subscriber suggestion. It comes from Luke DeSando in St Petersburg, FL. This Tortellini recipe is one of his go-to recipes when he doesn’t want to cook. One of the tenets of “Cooking Secrets for Men” is to discover shortcuts and tricks to prepare tasty food. This recipe […]
Grilled Eggplant with Garlic & Herbs – If you want flavor in grilled eggplant, toss them in garlic/herb oil before grilling. You’ll Love it! Grilled vegetables are a great side dish to serve for any summer barbecue or cookout. They are to prepare, go with just about anything. Because you can […]
Grilled Eggplant Dip Grilled Eggplant Dip recipe (which I borrowed from Bobby Flay) is a fun, summer appetizer. Instead of roasting an eggplant in the oven, grill it to get a smoky taste. Then serve the Grilled Eggplant Dip with pita bread to start a summertime dinner party. In some […]
Tuna Tartare – Don’t be afraid to prepare raw fish. Go to a store that carries sushi-grade tuna and work quickly when you are cutting the fish. This recipe is easy and tasty. The Asian flavors of ginger, soy, jalapeno and lime juice accentuate the clean, silky taste of the […]
Summer Grilling Party. Recently, we hosted a dinner party for 8. It was held outdoors. Almost everything on the menu was grilled, including the appetizers and dessert. The formula was simple. Invite a group of guests who like to eat and drink. Make sure they can converse on a wide […]