Appetizers

Appetizers are the perfect way to kick off a romantic dinner. Light yet flavorful, they tease the palate and set the tone for the meal to come. These bite-sized treats create anticipation for the main course while offering a beautiful, satisfying start.

Vietnamese Pho

Vietnamese Pho:

Appetizers

Ingredients For the Broth: 2 lbs beef bones (preferably marrow and knuckle bones) 1 onion, halved 1 piece ginger (3 inches), halved lengthwise 2 cinnamon sticks 3 star anise pods 5 cloves 1 tablespoon coriander seeds 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon sugar 10 cups water Salt, to taste For the Pho: 8 oz rice noodles (flat pho noodles) 1/2 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced (or chicken for an alternative) 2-3 green onions, sliced 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/2 cup fresh Thai basil leaves 1/2 cup bean sprouts 1-2 limes, quartered 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional) Hoisin sauce and Sriracha, … Read more

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#HealthyMeals / #NoodleSoup / #VietnamesePho / HomemadePho

Caprese Salad with a Twist

Appetizers

Ingredients 4 ripe tomatoes, sliced 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced Fresh basil leaves 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted 1/4 cup balsamic reduction 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste Execution 1 Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices alternately on a serving plate. 2 Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices. 3 Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic reduction over the salad. 4 Sprinkle toasted pine nuts on top for a crunchy texture. 5 Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately. Additional tips

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#EasyRecipes / #FreshIngredients / #SaladRecipes

Smoked Salmon and Avocado Crostini

Smoked Salmon and Avocado Crostini

Appetizers

Ingredients 1 baguette, sliced into 12 pieces 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 ripe avocado, mashed 4 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon capers Salt and pepper to taste Fresh dill, for garnish Execution 1 Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil. 2 Toast the bread in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden and crispy. 3 In a small bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper. 4 Spread a generous layer of mashed avocado on each crostini. 5 Top with a … Read more

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#AvocadoRecipes / #Crostini / #EasyRecipes

Stuffed Mushrooms with Garlic and Parmesan

Stuffed Mushrooms with Garlic and Parmesan

Appetizers

Ingredients 12 large button mushrooms, stems removed 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Salt and pepper to taste 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon butter, melted Execution 1 Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2 Clean the mushrooms and remove the stems, setting them aside for the stuffing. 3 Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the garlic for about 2 minutes until fragrant. 4 Chop the mushroom stems finely and add them to … Read more

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#AppetizerRecipe / #EasyRecipes / #GarlicLovers