Hallie’s Fabulous Appetizer

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When Hallie and John came over for dinner Hallie brought a bag full of goodies! She had a cute tubby toy for Anna, a fun fall present for me, a big green salad and these little treats!

They were sweet and savory and tasted like fall. Layer a thin cracker (Mary’s Crack, or Almond Thins or another thin cracker) with a thick smear of goat cheese then top with pumpkin butter or jam. Sprinkle with a little rosemary and

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Roasted Red Pepper Cucumber Bites

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For a party we went to this weekend we brought this simple and fresh appetizer. It was easy to make and tasted great on a hot day because it was light and cool!

This recipe was modeled after one my father-in-law makes often: Cucumber Sandwiches.

Roasted Red Pepper Cucumber Bites

1 loaf of small square pumpernickel bread (often found near prepared foods section or deli-not bread isle) 1 large or 2 medium cucumbers 1 jar roasted red peppers 1 block

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Happy Hanukkah!

Last night we went to our first Hanukkah party! Our friend, Chait (her name is actually Sarah) did a beautiful job hostessing!

She even filled the ice cubes with cranberries!

Here are some of the delicious treats she had for us- and this isn’t even all of them:

Punch: I was not able to taste, but looked and smelled good!

Authentic Hummus:

Delicious Guac:

Her special family recipe salad:

Spinach Rolls – made

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Nasoya Wraps make Great Apps!

Thanks to Nasoya for sending me some coupons for some of their great products. I used the wonton wrappers to make some fun appetizers for the party on Saturday night. I am excited to use the Egg Roll wrappers for baked egg rolls on Thurs.

Turkey Stars (also known as Sausage Stars)

wonton wrappers – I used 36 1 package of Honeysuckle lean turkey sausage 1 c. 2% natural cheese light ranch dressing Cook sausage until done. Bake unfilled wonton

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Baby Armstong's Shower

One of my best friends, Jen, is due with her first baby at the end of November, so we had to celebrate!

  

Classic Cucumber Sandwiches

Pesto 5 – Cheese Tortellini

Pretzels and Carrots with Hummus

Apple Dip and apples

Ceasar Salad with Chicken on the side

Onesie Cookies

Baby Rattle Cupcakes

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Super Simple Tailgate Appetizer

If you are looking for something super easy, quick and low fat for a tailgate appetizer this fall, I have an idea for you!

Buy 2 boxes of soft pretzels from the freezer section of the grocery store. (160 cal and 1 gram of fat – they are made with white flour, but it could be a lot worse!) Cook pretzels in the microwave adding salt as desired. Cut into bite sized pieces. Serve on a platter with different

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