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Bloody Mary Bites

Bloody Mary Bites

3.9

Prep
3 min
Cook
720 min
Total
723 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Remove the stems from the tomatoes, and place them in a shallow bowl. Pour vodka over them so that they are covered. Stir in the hot pepper sauce. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  2. 2 To serve, mix together the lemon pepper and celery salt in a small dish. Serve tomatoes floating in vodka. Provide toothpicks so that your guests may pick up the tomatoes and dip them in the seasoning before eating.

By JEREMYC

BLT Bacon Bowls

BLT Bacon Bowls

4.0

Prep
25 min
Cook
10 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Turn two muffin tins upside down, and cover the outside of 9 cups with aluminum foil. Set aside.
  2. 2 Weave the bacon into a mat that is 9 strips across and 9 strips wide. Cut into 9 even squares. Place each square over one of the foil covered muffin cups.
  3. 3 Bake the bacon in the preheated oven until crisp, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon cups from the pan and allow to cool completely. Once cooled, fill each with some lettuce and tomato halves. Top with shredded Cheddar cheese. Serve at room temperature.

By KoalaFace

Cherry Tomato Bites

Cherry Tomato Bites

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut off the top 1/4 of each tomato and a very small slice off of the bottoms, if needed, to sit upright. Scoop out pulp using a baby spoon or grapefruit spoon. Place tomatoes cut-side down on paper towels to drain.
  2. 2 Combine salad dressing, bacon bits, green onions, Parmesan cheese, and parsley in a bowl. Spoon evenly into tomatoes. Cover and chill in a refrigerator until ready to serve.

By mamaG

Baked Cherry Tomatoes with Garlic

Baked Cherry Tomatoes with Garlic

4.1

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Cut a slit in one side of the cherry tomatoes, and insert a sliver of garlic into each. Arrange tomatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  3. 3 Bake tomatoes about 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until slightly shriveled. Serve warm.

By Hannahgirl

Tortellini Skewers

Tortellini Skewers

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tortellini float to the top, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. 2 Toss tortellini, cherry tomatoes, and pesto together in a large bowl until evenly coated.
  3. 3 Skewer 1 tortellini and 1 tomato on each toothpick; arrange on a tray. Keep refrigerated until serving.

By J Scholfield

Cheesy Avocado Bites

Cheesy Avocado Bites

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread butter onto 1 side of each baguette slice.
  3. 3 Mix avocados, tomatoes, and onion in a bowl until smooth and consistent in texture; scoop onto butter-side of baguette slices. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over avocado mixture layer. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 7 minutes.

By Wendy

Baby BLT

Baby BLT

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat for 6 to 8 minutes, or until evenly brown. Once cooled, crumble and set aside.
  2. 2 In a bowl, stir together mayonnaise, bacon, green onions, and parsley until well blended. Set aside.
  3. 3 Cut a small slice from the top of each tomato. Using a melon baller or small spoon, scoop out the inside of each tomato and discard. Fill each tomato with the bacon mixture, and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve chilled.

By CATMANIACS

Baked Goat Cheese Caprese Salad

Baked Goat Cheese Caprese Salad

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Drizzle about 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil into the bottom of each 6-ounce ramekin and sprinkle about 1 tablespoon basil per ramekin over the oil. Place 1 goat cheese piece over the basil in each ramekin; surround with sliced cherry tomatoes. Top with cracked black pepper and cayenne. Spread 1 1/2 teaspoon of the remaining basil on top of each portion, place ramekins on a baking sheet, and drizzle each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons more olive oil.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 15 minutes. Serve warm.

By John Mitzewich

Eggplant Parmesan Bites

Eggplant Parmesan Bites

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Sprinkle 2 teaspoons salt over eggplant rounds in colander; allow to drain at least 30 minutes. Rinse salt off the eggplant.
  3. 3 Spread bread crumbs into a shallow bowl and beat egg in a separate bowl. Dip eggplant into egg, allowing excess egg to drip off the eggplant; press into bread crumbs until eggplant slices are evenly coated on both sides.
  4. 4 Arrange coated eggplant on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  6. 6 Mix remaining 1 teaspoon salt with ricotta cheese in a bowl. Spoon ricotta cheese mixture onto each eggplant.
  7. 7 Bake eggplant in the oven until cheese is heated through, 5 to 7 minutes.
  8. 8 Place 1 eggplant slice onto each pita chip; top with a cherry tomato and basil leaf.

By Nashville Nosher

Grilled Halloumi Kebabs

Grilled Halloumi Kebabs

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine oil and basil leaves in a food processor; pulse to combine. Place halloumi cheese in a flat bowl. Pour basil-infused oil over the cheese. Toss to coat and let marinate 1 hour.
  2. 2 Heat vinegar and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until sauce begins to thicken, about 7 minutes. Turn heat off and set aside.
  3. 3 Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
  4. 4 Add cherry tomatoes to the cheese and toss until coated. Thread cheese and tomatoes on skewers.
  5. 5 Place on the preheated grill. Grill for 3 minutes, flip and grill for 3 more minutes.
  6. 6 Transfer skewers to a serving platter. Drizzle with vinegar reduction and serve immediately. Garnish with additional basil if desired.

By Soup Loving Nicole

BLT Deviled Eggs

BLT Deviled Eggs

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place eggs in a saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 15 minutes. Remove eggs from hot water, cool under cold running water, and peel.
  2. 2 Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels; crumble bacon when cool enough to handle.
  3. 3 Cut eggs in half lengthwise; place egg yolks in a bowl. Mash yolks with a fork; stir in crumbled bacon, mayonnaise, tomatoes, and parsley. Season with salt and black pepper.
  4. 4 Arrange egg white halves on a serving platter; spoon yolk mixture into egg whites. Refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.

By shaunahaile

Bruschette al Lardo di Colonnata

Bruschette al Lardo di Colonnata

5.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mince 1 of the garlic halves and transfer to a bowl. Add tomatoes, rosemary, olive oil, red pepper flakes, and salt; mix well. Refrigerate tomato mixture for 1 hour.
  2. 2 Rub the remaining garlic half over each slice of bread. Spread lardo onto each slice and top with tomato mixture. Sprinkle ground pink peppercorns over tomato mixture.

By Aldo

Ground Cherry Salsa

Ground Cherry Salsa

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix lime juice and red onion together in a bowl and let stand stand for about 5 minutes, as this mellows the raw onion taste.
  2. 2 Add ground cherries, cherry tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, cucumber, cilantro, vinegar, and salt to the bowl and mix well. Serve right away or cover and refrigerate until serving.

By nch

Pimiento Cheese and Tomato Bites

Pimiento Cheese and Tomato Bites

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir together cream cheese, mayonnaise, onion, Worcestershire, lemon juice, dried mustard, hot sauce, sugar, kosher salt, and pepper in a bowl. Fold in diced pimiento and cheeses. Spread 1 tablespoon cheese mixture onto each cracker. Top with cherry tomato halves.

By thehungryscientist

Langostino Ceviche

Langostino Ceviche

Prep
35 min
Cook
Total
135 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Grate 1 teaspoon orange zest into a bowl. Grate 1 teaspoon lime zest into the same bowl. Juice the orange, 4 limes, and both lemons into the same bowl; set aside.
  2. 2 Place red onion in a non-reactive bowl. Add 1/4 cup kosher salt and cover with warm water. Juice the remaining lime into the bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse well with cold water; drain again.
  3. 3 Return onion to the non-reactive bowl. Add citrus juice and zest, cilantro sprigs, garlic cloves, serrano peppers, sea salt, oregano, and cayenne. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes.
  4. 4 Remove from the refrigerator. Remove and discard garlic, serrano peppers, and cilantro sprigs. Add langostino tails and mix gently to combine with the juices. Cover and refrigerate for 45 more minutes.
  5. 5 Remove from the refrigerator and add cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and olive oil; mix well until thoroughly incorporated.
  6. 6 Taste and season with additional kosher salt if needed.

By WE2TEXANS

Texas Caviar

Texas Caviar

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
135 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix together tomatoes, black-eyed peas, black beans, Italian dressing, bell pepper, onion, green onions, jalapeño peppers, garlic, and coriander in a large bowl. Cover and chill salad in the refrigerator for about 2 hours.
  2. 2 Toss salad with desired amount of cilantro to serve.

By elkinsmegyahoocom

Instant Pot® Mediterranean Pizza Dip

Instant Pot® Mediterranean Pizza Dip

4.2

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cherry tomatoes, ham steak, olives, artichoke hearts, feta cheese, garlic, basil, and Italian seasoning in a bowl and mix well. Pour into a 1 3/4-quart round glass baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Pour 1 cup water into the insert of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Set the metal trivet inside and place baking dish on top. Close and lock the lid. Select manual pressure and set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  3. 3 Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir and serve immediately.

By Chef Mo

Chef John's Grilled Swordfish Bruschetta

Chef John's Grilled Swordfish Bruschetta

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, basil, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Let sit until flavors blend, at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Brush bread slices with olive oil.
  3. 3 Cook bread slices on the preheated grill until browned and crispy, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  4. 4 Brush swordfish steaks with grapeseed oil and season with salt and black pepper.
  5. 5 Cook swordfish steaks on the preheated grill until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 4 minutes per side.
  6. 6 Divide bread slices between two plates and top each plate with 1 swordfish steak. Spoon 1/2 of the cherry tomato mixture over each steak.

By John Mitzewich

Spinach and Ricotta Puff Pastry Christmas Tree

Spinach and Ricotta Puff Pastry Christmas Tree

4.1

Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
110 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat and saute onions until soft and translucent. Add spinach, salt, and pepper and briefly saute while stirring constantly, 2 to 3 minutes. Cover and cook until spinach is wilted, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove lid after 5 minutes and allow cooking liquid to evaporate. Remove from stove and cool completely.
  2. 2 Chop spinach mixture and combine with ricotta and Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  3. 3 Roll out puff pastry sheet and evenly cover with spinach and cheese mixture to within 1/2 inch of the edges. Tightly roll up sheet lengthwise and press edges tightly together. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.
  4. 4 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. 5 Slice pastry log into 3/4-inch slices so you have 16 to 22 pinwheels. Lay puff pastry pinwheels in the shape of a Christmas tree. The lowest row should consist of 6 pinwheels the second row 5 pinwheels, etc. If you end up with 16 pinwheels, start with 5 pinwheels in the lowest row. Place the last wheel on the bottom to make the trunk. Brush with egg.
  6. 6 Bake in the preheated oven until wheels are lightly browned and puffed up, 20 to 25 minutes. Decorate with cherry tomatoes for Christmas tree ornaments.

By tea

Cinco de Mayo Salsa Cruda

Cinco de Mayo Salsa Cruda

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place tomatoes in a strainer; drain for 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Combine tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, garlic, and serrano in a large bowl; pour lime juice over top. Stir in cilantro, mint, 1 teaspoon salt, oregano, cayenne pepper, and sugar.
  3. 3 Refrigerate for 1 hour. Season with salt before serving.

By John Mitzewich

Fire-Roasted Cherry Tomato Salsa

Fire-Roasted Cherry Tomato Salsa

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and brush with olive oil.
  2. 2 Spread tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeño peppers onto prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Cook under the preheated broiler for 5 minutes. Turn the baking sheet and continue broiling until vegetables are charred, about 5 minutes more. Cool slightly.
  4. 4 Remove garlic from skins; discard skins.
  5. 5 Blend tomatoes, onion, peeled garlic, jalapeños, any accumulated juices from the baking sheet, cilantro leaves, lime juice, cumin, cayenne pepper, and oregano in a blender until salsa is smooth. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until flavors blend, at least 2 hours. Season with salt and black pepper.

By John Mitzewich

Ham and Veggie Crepe Kebabs

Ham and Veggie Crepe Kebabs

Prep
30 min
Cook
40 min
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place zucchini, squash, and bell pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add enough Italian dressing to coat vegetables. Squeeze out as much air as possible. Seal bag and refrigerate, at least 1 hour.
  2. 2 Combine milk, eggs, flour, 1 1/2 teaspoon oil, and salt in a blender. Process until smooth. Cover and refrigerate batter for 1 hour.
  3. 3 Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and brush with remaining oil. Pour 1/4 cup of crepe batter into the pan; tilt to completely coat the surface of the pan. Cook, turning once, until golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Let crepe rest on a clean surface until cool to the touch. Repeat with remaining batter.
  4. 4 Cut crepes into strips about 1 to 2 inches wide.
  5. 5 Preheat a grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Cook zucchini, squash, bell pepper, and ham until vegetables are soft but firm to the bite and ham reaches an internal temperature of at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C), 8 to 10 minutes. Cut ham into bite-sized pieces.
  6. 6 Stack crepes, ham, zucchini, squash, peppers, pineapple, and tomatoes onto skewers in any fashion you prefer.

By Cooking Daddy

Focaccia Panzanella

Focaccia Panzanella

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. 2 Place bread cubes on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Toast bread in the preheated oven until browned and fully crisp, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool down to room temperature.
  4. 4 Mash garlic, sugar, and anchovy into a coarse paste using the back of a fork. Add vinegar and oil; whisk until combined.
  5. 5 Toss vine-ripened tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper into the dressing with a spatula. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  6. 6 Add mozzarella and red onion to the tomato mixture and toss with a spatula to combine. Add bread cubes and mix until saturated as desired. Mix in basil.
  7. 7 Taste for seasoning before serving. Enjoy!

By John Mitzewich

Manda's Seven Layer Taco Dip

Manda's Seven Layer Taco Dip

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 With a handheld or standing mixer, beat together cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning in bowl until light and fluffy; set aside.
  2. 2 In a separate bowl, stir together the cherry tomatoes, avocados, red onion, lime juice, salt, and black pepper; set aside.
  3. 3 Spread the refried black beans out into the bottom of a 9x13-inch glass baking dish in an even layer. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the black beans; top with layers of salsa, Mexican cheese blend, lettuce, cherry tomato mixture, and jalapeno slices.
  4. 4 Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving time. Serve cold or at room temperature.

By Manda

Shrimp and Jalapeno Nachos

Shrimp and Jalapeno Nachos

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine sour cream, avocado, and lemon juice in a blender or food processor; blend until smooth and creamy. Transfer into a plastic decorating bottle with a long tip. Refrigerate avocado-cream sauce until needed.
  2. 2 Place shrimp into a bowl; combine with vegetable oil, ground chipotle pepper, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. 3 Place a large nonstick pan over high heat. Cook shrimp in the hot pan in a single layer until barely cooked through and pink, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate and let shrimp cool.
  4. 4 Preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly grease the foil.
  5. 5 Lay tortilla chips onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Place 1 shrimp onto each chip. Add 1 slice jalapeno and 1 large pinch pepperjack cheese on top of each shrimp.
  6. 6 Broil under preheated broiler until cheese is melted and chips are lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Watch carefully; chips will burn quickly.
  7. 7 Remove nachos from baking sheet and arrange onto a serving platter; drizzle with avocado-cream sauce and sprinkle with cherry tomatoes and cilantro before serving.

By John Mitzewich

Greek-Inspired Snack Board

Greek-Inspired Snack Board

5.0

Prep
40 min
Cook
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine feta cheese, cream cheese, yogurt, lemon juice, Greek seasoning, garlic, dill, and black pepper in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and garnish with red pepper flakes. Refrigerate while you assemble the board.
  2. 2 Place pickled cauliflower, artichoke hearts, pickled okra, hummus, and olives in separate small serving bowls. Arrange bowls on a large cutting board or platter. Add dip bowl.
  3. 3 Arrange some of Cheddar cheese, tomatoes, grapes, carrots, bell peppers, cucumber, crackers, pita chips, salami, pepperoni, almonds, blackberries, and chickpeas around the bowls, without overcrowding. Keep extra ingredients in covered containers in the refrigerator so you can replenish the board as needed.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Chef John's Gazpacho

Chef John's Gazpacho

4.8

Prep
45 min
Cook
Total
165 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine diced tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, green onion, jalapeño, and garlic in a large bowl. Stir in salt, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
  2. 2 Place cherry tomatoes, olive oil, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a blender. Cover and purée until smooth.
  3. 3 Pour puréed mixture through a strainer into the tomato-cucumber mixture; stir to combine.
  4. 4 Place 1/3 of the tomato mixture into the blender. Cover, turn blender on, and purée until smooth. Return puréed mixture to the remaining tomato-cucumber mixture. Stir to combine. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  5. 5 Season cold soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and top with basil.

By John Mitzewich