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Kalua Pork Bites With Homemade Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce #ItsBakingSeason

October 14, 2016 By Aly 12 Comments

Kalua Pork Bites with Homemade Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce will be a hit at your holiday party, packed with tender Kalua pork, pineapple and ginger, nestled in golden Pillsbury Crescents for the perfect party bite.

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For the holidays this year, I’m going to be doing a bit of a tropical spin with a nod to the islands. To start the party, one of my fave appetizers will be gracing the table – scrumptious Kalua Pork Bites with Homemade Pineapple Teriyaki Sauce. Tender Kalua pork is nestled in Pillsbury Crescents with fresh pineapple, ginger, green onions and a made from scratch teriyaki sauce. I promise that one bite and these Kalua Pork Bites will disappear like magic!

What makes this recipe so easy to prepare is using the Pillsbury Crescents for the dough. Tiny squares of Pillsbury Crescents dough are filled with a delicious Hawaiian inspired Kalua filling which are baked until they are puffed and golden. Easy peasy!

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Caramelized Onion Whipped Ricotta

September 26, 2016 By Aly Leave a Comment

For your next soiree, whip up this delicious Caramelized Onion Whipped Ricotta – perfect for chips or your favorite veggies!

I don’t know about you but when I hear caramelized onions, my ears perk up. Whether it’s in a dip, on a burger , or in a recipe like my Pulled Pork with Caramelized Onions or French Onion Bites, there’s something about the flavor it imparts – like the perfect savory meets sweet flavor profile.

After having a savory whipped ricotta with my Bacon Thyme Scones last month, I was smitten and knew I had to try it with caramelized onions. Can I say while I love my light Caramelized Onion Dip, this Caramelized Onion Whipped Ricotta will be taking its place for entertaining this holiday season. It’s got a herby bite from the thyme and this luscious taste from the whipped ricotta. I used part skim ricotta to make it lighter and my friends and family loved this in place of the standard onion dip….

Southern Meatballs aka Grape Jelly Meatballs

September 1, 2016 By Aly 18 Comments

A classic retro appetizer – Southern Meatballs aka “Grape Jelly Meatballs” Just a few ingredients simmer in the slow cooker for delicious bites that your family and friends won’t be able to resist!

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links of products that I adore and trust in my kitchen. Thank you for supporting Cooking In Stilettos. This recipe originally appeared on Cooking In Stilettos in August of 2011. The recipe has been updated with new photos and any recipe changes that I have incorporated over the years.

There’s something to be said about retro. Retro is comforting, brings warm and fuzzy memories of simpler times where we weren’t freaking out about “Is my cell on? How many calories are in that? What the heck – I have 20bizillion things on my to-do list! Where the heck is my Starbucks?!?” and so on.

We’ve had a bit of an 80s revival here in Philly – with the Dancin’ On Air marathon and other things that are being buzzed about – and, let me tell you, the kids notice. My dear friend Heather, who we called Pickles way before Snooki from Jersey Shore tried to brand that, recently had a birthday party for her daughter Felicitie. Felicitie is a great kid, super smart and definitely a mini-Pickles. Plus, she’s quite the chef in training. I wouldn’t be surprised if she puts some of the Food Network peeps on notice and takes over their shows. Well, Felicitie isn’t one to just have any ol’ birthday party – she wanted it “80’s Themed” and the kids were to be decked out in their 80s best. I saw more neon and high hair that immediately made us flash back to our days on set, Aquanet and all.

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Stack It Up With A Philly Steak Style RITZwich #StackItUp

April 8, 2016 By Aly

This Philly Steak Style RITZwich is a hearty bite. Classic Philly flavors of London broil, provolone and caramelized onions are nestled on a rich buttery RITZ cracker for the perfect snack!

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When looking for an easy appetizer or snack, this Philly Steak Style RITZwich is perfect every single time. Being that I’m a Philly gal, I’m a bit partial to the flavors of a good Philly steak and, of course, we all have our favorite places to get that iconic sandwich. However, what if you don’t want a huge sub layered with steak, provolone and, if you are like me, want that steak “wit” with caramelized onions, these Philly Steak Style RITZwiches are a chic twist on a classic.

On a recent grocery trip to my local ACME Market, I picked up my favorite buttery RITZ crackers which are always a fabulous addition to any party. I keep some on hand for last minute guests and I can always whip up a great party bite with them as a must have ingredient. I also use them for a myriad of recipes from using them as a delicious breading for entrees, serving with a steaming bowl of sour or just because. Who can’t resist these delicious crackers, right?

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Tropical Spiced Mixed Nuts For #PlantersHoliday

December 13, 2015 By Aly 6 Comments

Holiday party season is here and I have an appetizer that will have your guests begging for the recipe – Tropical Spiced Mixed Nuts that are sweetly spicy and accented with dried pineapple, mango, ginger and coconut.

Planters wanted recipe incorporating their delicious nuts, including their Mixed Nuts, Walnuts and Cashews. I know I have spoken about it before but Planters cashews strike a special note in my heart. My Bampa loved his cashews, often keeping containers of Planters cashews in the pantry and in the jar in the living room. If he was here today, I have no doubt he would have loved this recipe….