Category: party foods
Roasted Grape & Cheese Crostini with spiced pecan crumbs
December 30, 2020 | Posted by Wendy Perry under appetizers, Carolina Country, carolina gold oil, cheesy, honey, Mindless Mutterings from the Teacher's Lounge, party foods, published, roasted goodness, Toaster Oven, wendy's signature recipes |
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.
Pig Pick’n Banana Pudding… and an ode to my fave birthday cake (& missing Ms. Ethel!)
August 30, 2020 | Posted by Wendy Perry under bananas, Carolina Country, here piggy piggy!, no cook, party foods, published, sweet treats, wendy's signature recipes |
This Pig Pick’n Banana Pudding is a marriage of 2 of my favorites… pig picking cake and good old banana pudding! What’s not to love here?
Don’t throw away those watermelon rinds!
August 28, 2020 | Posted by Wendy Perry under bogue sound watermelons, carolina gold oil, cook & eat nekkid, fun food, garden goodness, gluten free, nekkid-throw cooking ~ what is THAT?, no cook, party foods, watermelon, wendy's signature recipes |
Stop… Don’t throw that watermelon rind away! Throw this together… Bogue Sound Watermelon Rind drizzled with Carolina Gold Oil! Great for nibblin, appetize’n… or on top of your tacos, hot dogs, salads and more.
Wendy’s Pork and Shrimp Egg Rolls
August 26, 2020 | Posted by Wendy Perry under appetizers, Asian, Carolina Country, party foods, published, rolls & wraps |
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.
Savory Bay Crackers with browned butter
June 23, 2020 | Posted by Wendy Perry under appetizers, Carolina Country, crackers, fun food, party foods, published, wendy's signature recipes |
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!
Anytime is Deviled Egg time!
April 8, 2020 | Posted by Wendy Perry under appetizers, bacon & belly, buttahhhh, cheesy, cook'n with NC goodies, corn, crab, duke's mayo!, Easter, fun food, gluten free, low carb, Mt. Olive Pickles, Our State Mag, party foods, product recipe development, published, sensational sides, wendy's signature recipes |
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.
Pizza Bread Bowl Fondue
January 27, 2020 | Posted by Wendy Perry under appetizers, Carolina Country, cheesy, fun food, Italian, Mindless Mutterings from the Teacher's Lounge, party foods, published |
Fondue… bread bowl pizza fondue! Try these fun ways to enjoy a simple supper or for a crowd at your next gathering. Get creative with fondue and dippers… here are a couple of favorites. Which do you like? Bread Bowl Pepperoni or Hawaiian Pizza Fondue?
Sticky Pig Twigs… can bacon get any better?
December 29, 2019 | Posted by Wendy Perry under appetizers, bacon & belly, Carolina Country, condiments & accompaniments, fun food, here piggy piggy!, honey, party foods, Peggy Rose's Jellies, published, wendy's signature recipes |
Make a pile of these Sticky Pig Twigs, because they will disappear right before your eyes. Enjoy as is, or chopped on salads. Especially good on a juicy summer BLT … add more hot pepper if your crowd can take it!
Merry & Bright Holiday Cheerwine Punch… with fruit-filled ice ring
December 15, 2019 | Posted by Wendy Perry under beverages, Carolina Country, cheerwine, cherries, Christmas, cook'n with NC goodies, party foods, product recipe development, published, wendy's signature recipes |
Having friends over for a holiday supper? No need to fret over multiple beverages … punch to the rescue! Let your imagination loose as exact measurements are not necessary with this Cheerwine punch!
Gingerbread Banana Pudding With Molasses Whipped Cream
December 15, 2019 | Posted by Wendy Perry under Christmas, fun food, Mindless Mutterings from the Teacher's Lounge, molasses, party foods, published, sweet treats, wendy's signature recipes |
This southern favorite with a seasonal twist feeds quite a few folks, can be made ahead, and guests can self-serve. Find a fun, hinged, wide-mouth jar to make it in and wow your company!
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