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Unforgettable Appetizers: Memorable Recipes for Any Occasion
Unforgettable Appetizers: Memorable Recipes for Any Occasion
Unforgettable Appetizers: Memorable Recipes for Any Occasion
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Unforgettable Appetizers are memorable recipes for any occasion. The cookbook includes 100 theme-related recipes that are easy to make and designed for a Fiesta gathering, Soul Food Feast, Healthy Living Gathering, Fresh Seafood Party, Meat Lovers Buffet, and much more.

Award-winning caterer and restaurant owner, Cassandra Harrell put together an assortment of unforgettable recipes from her appetizer collection when she catered to national and local clients including celebrities, politicians, and recording artists to name a few.

The cookbook also includes quick recipe tips, pre-planned party menus, and easy cooking tips for the novice, as well as the more experienced cook. If you’re looking for a cookbook that offers creativity, a new flare, and amazing flavors designed for any occasion, this cookbook is for you.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherBookBaby
Release dateMay 1, 2014
ISBN9781483527185
Unforgettable Appetizers: Memorable Recipes for Any Occasion

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    Unforgettable Appetizers - Cassandra Harrell

    Publisher: Bookbaby

    International Standard Book Number (ISBN 9781483527185):

    Photo Cover of barbecue platter by Brittney Julian

    © Copyright, 2014

    All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part

    Without written permission is prohibited

    Table of Contents

    Special Dedication

    Theme-Related Appetizer Menus

    Tips for Setting up a Buffet Table

    Appetizer Tips for a Successful Party

    Healthy Living Eating Tips

    Theme-Related Recipes

    Soul Food Feast

    Fresh Seafood Party

    Fiesta Gathering

    Healthy Living Gathering

    Meat Lovers Buffet

    Dips and Spreads

    Bread and Rolls

    Desserts and Drinks

    Measurement Conversion Chart

    Fundraising Opportunities

    Resources Page

    Author Page

    Special Dedication

    In Loving Memory

    This Cookbook is dedicated to:

    My Grandmother, Mamie Esther White, (Big Mama)

    My Mother, Mamie Esther Dickerson-Taylor

    My Sister, Debra Yvonne Simmons

    My Brother-in-Law, Benny Mac Simmons

    Special Thanks

    Special thanks to the following

    Family members and friends for their

    Contributions to this Cookbook:

    Cassandra Harrell

    Earl Harrell

    Travis Harrell

    Ann Smith

    Dawn Taylor

    Dwayne Dickerson

    Derrick Taylor

    The Steel Family:

    Avis Dickerson-Steel

    Taye Steel

    Tania Steel

    Avion Steel

    Reeham Steel

    Theme-Related Appetizer Menus

    Below is a list of theme related menus. I suggest serving two to four recipes for your party. You can certainly add more recipes to the list or substitute different recipes as you see fit.

    Soul Food Feast

    Earl’s Famous Barbecue Ribs (recipe with Meat Lovers Buffet)

    Cassy’s Fried Catfish Nuggets

    Mini Barbecue Pork Sandwiches with Old-fashioned Coleslaw

    Cold Spaghetti Salad

    Spicy Buffalo Wings

    Little Mac and Cheese Delights

    Mini Fried Corn Bread

    Big Mama’s Tea Punch

    Fresh Seafood Party

    Grilled Shrimp and Salsa Appetizer

    Smoked Salmon Pizza

    Garlic Herb Shrimp

    Creamy Crab Pasta Shells

    Shrimp Creole Appetizer

    Champagne Party Punch

    For more variety you could add spicy Buffalo wings or savory meat balls.

    Fiesta Gathering Tania’s Versatile Taco Salad

    Fiesta Mexican Pie

    Stuffed Turkey Twisters

    Spinach Tortilla Mini Bites

    Mexican-Style Deviled Eggs

    Onion Crescent Rolls

    Sparkling Cranberry Orange Punch

    Healthy Living Gathering

    Light Salmon Pate´

    Healthy BLT Salad

    Parmesan Turkey Meatballs

    Low-Fat Cheese Spread

    Yummy Pizza Popcorn

    Homemade Granola

    Citrus Fruit Punch

    Meat Lovers Buffet

    Earl’s Famous Barbecue Ribs

    Southern Fried Wings

    Hearty BBQ Meat Balls

    Spicy Parmesan Chicken Stripes

    Blue Cheese and Turkey Mini Clubs

    Sweet Potato Bread

    Sparkling Cranberry Orange Punch

    For more variety you could add a shrimp dish or a side salad such as:

    Egg Salad Spread

    Cold Spaghetti Salad

    For smaller and more personalized gatherings, try these delicious food platters:

    Fresh Seafood Platter

    Creamy Crab Pasta Shells

    Garlic Herb Shrimp

    Unforgettable Seafood Balls

    Meat Appetizer Platter

    Mini Pork Sandwiches or Earl’s Famous Barbecue Ribs

    Hot Buffalo Wings

    Spicy Smoked Sausage

    Spicy Parmesan Chicken Stripes

    Sweet Appetizers Platter – Pick and choose these sweet treats for your sweet party platter:

    Creamy Cheese Cake Delight

    Unforgettable Cinnamon Apple Torte

    Mini Pecan Tarts

    Chocolate Coconut Bars

    Sweet Potato Pie Bars

    Super Chocolate Dump Cake

    Cocoa Bourbon Balls

    Deb’s Famous Lemon Bars

    Cassandra Harrell

    Unforgettable Appetizers – Memorable Recipes for Any Occasion

    Tips for Setting Up a

    Buffet Table

    If you're planning a get-together with a few friends, you can certainly use a small area in your apartment or home to set up the buffet table. For example, you can set up food on the kitchen island, or a small card table. You don’t have to get fancy, just make sure your guests can easily get to the treats. And if weather permits, you can use your patio, back porch, or back yard to set up your appetizers.

    Here are a few tips to help you get started.

    1. Utensils for Buffet Table: Place plates and napkins to the left of the table. You can also display utensils in a decorative container next to the plates.

    2. Placing Items on Buffet Table: Place small chafing dishes with hot items on first; then place bowls of salads, fruit and vegetable trays next. If you have a small space and not enough room for chafing dishes, you can place hot items on the kitchen counter. You can also use a crock pot as a heating element so that the buffet could basically be for cold items such as salads, finger foods, and breads.

    If you’re setting up for a Fiesta theme party and serving a taco bar, you would place the items in order as they would normally be served. For example, the taco shells/wraps first along with the chili beef, tomatoes, cheese, refried beans, lettuce, and so on.

    3. Table Covering: I like to dress the buffet with a neutral color like beige or white then layer with theme colors.

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