SNACK

Toasted Ravioli

Toasted Ravioli

There’s something so magical about toasted ravioli, right? I’m sure you’ve had it before in some context.  In Chicago, the deep dish pizza places usually have it on their menu.  It’s truly simple to make at home, but feels like a special treat. Maybe that’s…

Sweet and Spicy Nuts

Sweet and Spicy Nuts

These Sweet and Spicy Nuts are the ultimate special occasion snack. They are the perfect little last minute nibble you can whip up and set out in mason jars or little pretty bowls around the house just before the party starts.  They look legit gourmet,…

Savory Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

Savory Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

I can’t resist a stuffed mushroom anytime I see one. There’s something about that juicy, savory bite-sized bundle that makes it the perfect appetizer for any party. They kind of scream “holiday food” to me, but that’s probably because growing up, my sister and I…

Apple Pie Parfaits

Apple Pie Parfaits

Nothing screams “fall” to me more than baked apples!  These Apple Pie Parfaits are the perfect sweet little treats to whip up on the fly when you’re in the mood for a homemade apple pie, but don’t feel like dealing with making the real thing.…

Raspberry Mummy Hand Pies

Raspberry Mummy Hand Pies

I think my biggest hangup about Halloween treats is that the focus is usually on how cute or scary they look, rather than how they taste.  In fact, I myself went through a few flops while recipe testing in order to come up with something…

Pita Chips with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Pita Chips with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

I used to cater small parties, and almost every single time, I would make homemade pita chips with roasted red pepper hummus.  It’s a great snack item to have on the table because the ingredients are fresh and wholesome, so you don’t have to feel…