Appetizers

Chicken Enchilada Puffs

This recipe takes something as good as chicken enchiladas and turns them into finger food in the form of puff pastry turnovers. The tortilla chips add the flavor that makes them taste like enchiladas. From David Bulla’s article on party appetizers.

Appetizers

Cheese Thins

These are great little appetizers to pass around still warm from the oven. They freeze very well and are good to have on hand for impromptu gatherings. You can make a batch and, after you have cut the strips, bake half and freeze half (freeze on a flat surface and once frozen, put in freezer

Appetizers, Tex-Mex, Texas Restaurants

Bob Armstrong Dip

Here’s the famous Bob Armstrong Dip that’s served in Austin at Matt’s El Rancho and in Dallas at the many area Mattito’s restaurants. Sometimes you have to ask for it by name because it’s so special that it’s not on the menu. This recipe is from The Austin Cookbook by Paula Forbes.

Appetizers, New Year's

Black-eyed Pea Dip

Here’s a great appetizer for bringing good luck in the new year. Serve with a variety of corn chips. From Patricia Mitchell’s article on black-eyed pea recipes.

Appetizers

Black Bean Dip

Now here is a simple party appetizer! The vinegar and spices make this bean dip special, and the flavor takes people pleasantly by surprise. If the balsamic is too much, adjust it to your taste. From David Bulla’s article on party appetizers.

Appetizers, Beef, Holiday

Beef Tenderloin

Beef tenderloin makes a fine entrée for your best sit-down dinner party; however, it can also be the star of the buffet menu for your holiday cocktail party. It’s delicious whether served hot, at room temperature, or cold. Thinly sliced, it can serve a great many people. This recipe comes from an article about  preparing fine

Appetizers, Beef

Beef Tacos

There are many versions of tacos, many using meats other than beef, and some meatless or even dessert versions. This recipe, however, is your basic taco recipe, and you can vary it to suit your taste.

Appetizers

Beautiful Broiled Tomatoes

Simple and easy, broiled tomatoes are a delicious accompaniment to any meat dish. — I will admit to not being able to get too excited about tomatoes during the winter when supermarket tomatoes are pale and mealy and tasteless. But come summertime when those big gorgeous tomatoes start showing up in gardens, farmers’ markets, produce

Appetizers, Holiday

Armadillo Eggs

Perhaps Armadillo Eggs aren’t the most attractive appetizer. But then the armadillo isn’t a very attractive animal, is it? Armadillo Eggs are, however, a welcome treat whenever they are served. Our recipe allows for heat adjustment by varying the amount of crushed red pepper flakes. So you can count on these meaty, savory, spicy “eggs”

Appetizers

Andouille Cheese Dip

This dip — a fusion of Cajun and Tex-Mex cookery — may be served with tortilla chips, but it’s much better spooned onto hot flour tortillas. It’s a versatile recipe and fun to serve at a party.

Appetizers

Albondigas

Albondigas are tasty meatballs from South of the Rio Grande. These little gems make a perfect party appetizer, or tailgate nibbly thing. Feel free to change the meat and use ground pork or lamb.

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