Unforgettable Appetizers: Memorable Recipes for Any Occasion
By Cassandra Harrell and Earl Harrell
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About this ebook
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.
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Unforgettable Appetizers - Cassandra Harrell
Publisher: Bookbaby
International Standard Book Number (ISBN 9781483527185):
Photo Cover of barbecue platter by Brittney Julian
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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.