appetizers

…party foods, finger foods and little stuff you eat before the big stuff

fresh okra roasted and dusted with smoked paprika, crunchy salt and drizzled with hot cinnamon honey

Smoky Okra Fries with Cinnamon Honey Drizzle

3 minutes of reading / March 16, 2022 / By

Fries and a burger, ho hum. Flip a switch on those boring fries by serving okra! Easy to make and best when hot, these smoky okra fries are still tasty at room temperature. Add the sweet and savory honey drizzle over these crispy fries—woo hoo!

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Hot n'Honey Pickled Mustard Seeds

Hot n’Honey Dill Pickled Mustard Seeds

2 minutes of reading / March 16, 2022 / By

This one might sound a bit odd, but do give them a try. They add a fun little pickled crunch to deviled eggs, sandwiches, meats, salads and dips.

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Spirited Sweet Potato Hummus

Spirited Sweet Potato Hummus (plus 10!)

3 minutes of reading / March 16, 2022 / By

Looking for something new to nibble on? During your super bowl gathering? Or couch pajama movie binge? Throw together some of this roasted sweet potato goodness… yummy any old time… and great way to use some of our North Carolina Sweet Potatoes!!

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Roasted Grapes & Cheese Crostini with spiced pecan crumbs

Roasted Grape & Cheese Crostini with spiced pecan crumbs

2 minutes of reading / December 30, 2020 / By

Sometimes we just need “a little something” to nibble on — roasting grapes and serving over warm, softened cheese on crostini is a new favorite! The grapes become nice and “jammy” and oh-so-good with a drizzle of herbed oil, vinegar and honey. No exact measurements needed for this one.

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Wendy's Pork & Shrimp Egg Rolls

Wendy’s Pork and Shrimp Egg Rolls

4 minutes of reading / March 30, 2022 / By

Don’t be intimidated — egg rolls are so easy to make. If you want low carb, skip the wrappers and throw in a bowl. Serve with duck sauce or peach jam mixed with hot pepper jelly.

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... a southern seafood platter twist!

5 minutes of reading / March 25, 2022 / By

We love a seafood platter in the summertime — especially one that features fresh, local fish. Here, we imagined what a modern twist on this classic dish might look like with these Deviled Crab Hushpuppy Waffles and Pickled Seafood Medley!

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Savory Bay Crackers with browned butter

Savory Bay Crackers with browned butter

2 minutes of reading / June 23, 2020 / By

How do you make crackers more better? Why browned butter, of course! Make these Savory Bay Crackers with browned butter to enjoy alongside all sorts of dishes!

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Anytime is Deviled Egg time!

5 minutes of reading / March 16, 2022 / By

While recipe developer and food stylist at Our State Magazine, I was asked to give a classic deviled egg a North Carolina twist. These recipes inspired by our culture are fun to make and good to eat.

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