Appetizers & Snacks

A spicier take on an easy southern classic that you can whip up in 30 minutes with a few staple ingredients

My cheese board building process broken down into three easy steps and made festive for the holiday season

Y’all know I love to play hostess with the mostest any ol’ time but especially during the holiday season…which is now. I went into Trader Joe’s for wine a little over a week ago then just started grabbing things (I blame Katey McFarlan for piquing […]

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ToraniSauceObsession #CollectiveBias Happy Monday, y’all! What is better than s’mores dip? Well, in my opinion, dark chocolate s’mores dip. I am of a the blacker the berry the sweeter […]

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DeliciousSpeaksForItself #RaosHomemade #CollectiveBias Happy Monday, y’all! It’s the start of another work or school week for a lot of us and we are quite firmly into the last […]

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and The Coca-Cola Company. All opinions are mine alone. #MyHonestTea #CollectiveBias Whew, chile. Things got heated over on Instagram the other day. I wasn’t ready! For this post, I knew I wanted to make a grain-free […]

I’ve kind of been slacking in the appetizer recipe department so today, I present these goat cheese cherry appetizer bites. They’re one-bite morsels that are sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and a little buttery all at once. Best of all, they’re easy! Get into all the […]

The 4th of July holiday weekend is upon us and, whether or not you celebrate, most everyone enjoys a color coordinated spread. No matter if you’re cooking out, pool-hopping, or wine-ding down with friends and family, I think a cheese board should be part of […]

Easy, delicious, and ideal for any meal of the day

A lighter take on a southern classic that doesn’t sacrifice flavor or fun!

5 simple snack ideas that are gluten-free, vegan, and Whole30 compliant

A simple yet flavorful, 10-minute snack perfect for anything from a Netflix and chill session to random snacking.

A festive, five-minute appetizer perfect for the holidays

Because Thanksgiving dinner is never ready on time

I will go ahead and say that I am not really that into watermelon. I mean, it’s better than cantaloupe for sure but I don’t typically keep it in my fridge unless I’m entertaining. A few weeks ago, I cut up and chilled one for […]

Fresh avocado, walnuts, grilled chicken and a few other ingredients create this creamy crunchy avocado chicken salad in a few minutes!

This simple fresh fruit salad with sweet orange mint dressing is the perfect contribution to any gathering.

Easily pick and fry the best dodo (fried plantain) with this simple recipe.

Thank you to H-E-B for sponsoring this post. As always, all opinions are my own. My city (Houston, Texas) is in overdrive right now getting ready for the biggest day in American football and I’m just over here concerned with what to cook, what to wear, […]

Coming back to work after the holiday hiatus has been a little harsh. Because I am starting completely new projects at work this month, it reminded me of those winter breaks back in college when your routine is turned upside down (read: sleeping til whenever) and […]

If appetizers could greet you, this one would say “Hey, y’all!” I was inspired to create something party worthy with the Strawberry Jalapeño Smucker’s Fruit & Honey spread I found in my December Degustabox. (If you aren’t familiar with Degustabox, read my rundown here and click […]

Edible Arrangements has nothing on this girl here, y’all. I have been making and gifting fruit bouquets and centerpieces for a few years now and it is such a special way to dress up an event or make someone feel appreciated. People always love them! […]

A simple and savory appetizer made with sliced squash arranged in the shape of rose petals on top of an herbed, all-butter crust

Hot mess harvest dip is made with melty, baked brie cheese, pumpkin seeds, chopped apple, golden raisins, walnuts, and a drizzle of honey.

You’re probably reading this and thinking “Pumpkin salsa?! People just force pumpkin into anything this time of year.” and I feel you on that. Some things just shouldn’t be but this salsa is NOT one of those things! It promise you that I am not […]

A bit of sweet, a bit of spicy, and made simply in your slow cooker. Try them for an easy appetizer or as part of a main dish!

The ultimate in sweet meets savory: warm praline sauce poured over baked brie cheese.

A few lessons from the French on how to build a cheese board whether you’re making a snack or throwing a party, start with this beginner’s cheese board. The holiday season is nearly here. Although, if you enjoy entertaining like I do, the subject of […]

I am not a huge fan of wings. Like crawfish, I feel like the amount of meat you get isn’t worth the work put into eating them. But also like crawfish, I do enjoy wings when prepared well. Wings are a generally beloved food, especially […]

A fresh quick salsa that comes together in about ten minutes using a food processor or blender and is perfect for snacking or topping entrees