thanksgiving appetizer

This delicious, savory Pumpkin Hummus has just 5 ingredients and is ready in 5 minutes flat! A perfect make-ahead for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or holiday hors d’oeuvre parties ... and for quick snacking anytime!

•  Ready in 30 Minutes or Less  •  Make Ahead  •  Vegan (and Vegetarian)  •  Gluten Free  •

5-Minute Savory Pumpkin Hummus with Fresh Sage

pumpkin

water

sage leaves (about 10 average-sized leaves)

extra virgin olive oil

coarse kosher salt

sage,

Place all ingredients (except minced fresh sage garnish)...

Place all ingredients (except minced fresh sage garnish) in a food processor and process until smooth, scraping down the sides 3-4 times, as needed.

Transfer hummus to a serving bowl and garnish...

Transfer hummus to a serving bowl and garnish with minced sage.

Serve immediately (we recommend serving alongside fresh whole...

Serve immediately (we recommend serving alongside fresh whole wheat pita bread or whole grain pita chips), or cover and refrigerate until serving (up to 2-3 days). After refrigeration, the hummus may need a quick stir before serving.

Caramelized Onion, Mushroom and Apple Puffs are the perfect Thanksgiving or Christmas appetizer. They are easy to put together, easy to feed a crowd, and taste delicious.

Caramelized Onion, Mushroom and Apple Puffs

vegetable oil

onion,

butter

tart apple, e.g. granny smith. Cut in 1 cm (1/2 in) squares.

sugar

gr parmesan, 1 oz, shredded

chives,

rosemary

250 gr puff pastry, 9 oz, thawed

salt and pepper,

egg, beaten

Start by pre-heating your oven to 200C (400F)...

Start by pre-heating your oven to 200C (400F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium...

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the onions with a little salt for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally. Add in the mushrooms and cook 5 more minutes, until onion is golden brown and mushroom is tender. Place the mixture in a bowl.

Melt butter in the same skillet and add...

Melt butter in the same skillet and add apple pieces and sugar. Cook until softened, about 10 minutes. Add into the bowl with onion and mushrooms. Add parmesan, chives and rosemary into the bowl and mix. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut...

Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the puff pastry into 6 cm squares (2.3 in), and 2.5 mm thick (0.1 in). It doesn't have to be scientific. Place them on the prepared baking sheets and brush with a beaten egg.

Place a heaping teaspoon of filling in the...

Place a heaping teaspoon of filling in the middle of each puff pastry bite. Sprinkle with more parmesan, if you want. Bake for 20 minutes. Let the tarts cool a little before serving. Drizzle with more chives, if desired.

Greek Feta Dip is an easy to make whipped dip recipe with fresh herbs is great for dipping pita chips and fresh veggies.

Greek Feta Dip

Neufchatel or Cream Cheese, Room Temperature

Plain Greek Yogurt

Crumbled Feta Cheese

Fresh Chives, Chopped

Fresh Dill, Chopped

Rosemary

Oregano

Granulated Garlic

Salt

Fresh Ground Black Pepper

Sweet Potato Rounds with Cranberry and Cream Cheese are a festive holiday appetizer. Roasted sweet potato slices are topped with tangy cream cheese, sweet cranberry sauce, toasted pecans, and a sprinkle of thyme for a bite that’s colorful, creamy, and irresistibly delicious.

Sweet Potato Rounds with Cranberry and Cream Cheese 

potatoes,

olive oil

• Salt and black pepper,

oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup (60 g) cranberry sauce (homemade

(20 g) chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted

thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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