Appetizers

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Baby Beet Tarte Tatin

Golden puff pastry surrounds roasted beets topped with goat cheese is perfect on its own or serve with a side salad for a light dinner.

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Roasted Tomatoes and Ricotta Dip

The combination of these simple ingredients makes for a satisfying appetizer. Though, I would even have this with a salad and call it a meal

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Dates with Honey Goat Cheese and Pistachios

Perfect for a charcuterie board, or a light happy hour snack with a glass of wine.

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Easy Olive Tapenade

You can whip up this delicious Mediterranean olive tapenade in a few minutes. Serve with a crusty baguette, or as the perfect accompaniment

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Roasted Tomatoes with Avocado Mash

Roasting the tomatoes with a touch of balsamic vinegar gives them a sweet, mellow taste. This is a simple, crow pleasing appetizer.

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Red Pepper and Olive Crostini with Goat Cheese

These crostini are absolutely the best. Red peppers are slow cooked in balsamic vinegar which makes them melt in your mouth. A perfect...

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Peach and Black Bean Salsa

One of the best things I learned to make while working at the farm kitchen was this peach and black bean salsa. I love the fresh flavors...

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Whipped Feta Spread

All you need are four ingredients for this easy Whipped Feta Spread. This makes a perfect addition to a charcuterie board, or as a dip...

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Simple Charcuterie Board Guide

One of the most casual appetizers around is the charcuterie board. Set one out for your guests to graze on with a glass of wine or...