Category Archives: Appetizers

Homemade Mexican Chorizo

Homemade ChorizoI love, love, love sausage. I mean, what self respecting omnivore doesn’t like sausage? You can make it out of venison (one of my favorites), beef, pork, chicken, turkey, duck, etc. I have even had shrimp sausage. But today, by popular demand, we are talking about Chorizo. Chorizo is known for its rich red color and its smoky earthiness with a sweet with a gentle tang,

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Chayote Salad with Roasted Serrano, Garlic, Balsamic Vinaigrette & Cotija Cheese

Chayote Salad with Roasted Serrano, Garlic, Balsamic Vinaigrette & Cotija Cheese

Here is a beautiful, simple salad that is fit for company but that your family will enjoy. This is our spin on a Rick Bayless Mexican Salad that we served with Braised Pork Loin with Tomatillo Salsa Verde and Potatoes. It really was delightful and the star of the meal. Continue reading Chayote Salad with Roasted Serrano, Garlic, Balsamic Vinaigrette & Cotija Cheese

Roasted Serrano & Garlic Balsamic Vinaigrette

Roasted Serrano & Garlic Balsamic Vinaigrette

Can you say KILLER salad dressing?????? This salad dressing is so good and so versatile we decided to give it its own post.

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Salmon Tartare Tower

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© 2015 REMCooks.com

Do you like Salmon??? If so, then this is an appetizer you will like. Continue reading Salmon Tartare Tower

Pickled Cherries 2 Ways – Bing Cherries and Rainier Cherries

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© 2014 REMCooks.com

Yes, you heard me right. Pickled cherries. Sweet and sour with the nice cherry flavor that always comes with cherries. If you like cherries, you definitely need to give these a try. If you like pickles, you need to try these. Same if you like sweet and sour. Whatever you like, try these!!! You won’t believe the flavor. Continue reading Pickled Cherries 2 Ways – Bing Cherries and Rainier Cherries

Cajun Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Stuffed Mushrooms

These are tasty little treats perfect for dinner parties, parties or to simply horde to yourself. Of course, your friends will love you if you share. 😉

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Shrimp & Crawfish Jambalaya

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© 2013 REMCooks.com

Spicy!! Just the way I like it. Here’s an incredibly delectable Shrimp & Crawfish Jambalaya.

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