For a delicious and easy snack, why not try one of these peanut butter quesadillas recipes? Move over, cheese and salsa – you can actually make some very delicious and unusual variations of the quesadilla with peanut butter.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Quesadilla

Nothing goes with peanut butter like it’s good old friend jelly. If you’re looking for a new variety of the classic OB & J sandwich, this is just as easy to make and will give you the variety and something new you are looking for.

You Will Need
2 Flour or Rice Tortillas
4 tablespoons of peanut butter
4 tablespoons of jelly

Directions: Spread the peanut butter on one side of the tortilla, then spread the jelly on top. You can use more or less peanut butter and jelly if you want, it is up to your own individual preferences. Place the second tortilla on top to make a “sandwich”.

If you have a quesadilla maker, you can just place it in and cook according to the manufacturer’s directions. If you do not have one, don’t worry, you can still make these! Simply heat up a skillet with a small amount of butter and grill the tortilla for 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned. Cut into wedges and serve.

This is best with grape or strawberry jelly (in our opinion at least!) but any type of jelly, jam, or fruit spread will do.

Peanut Butter Apple Quesadilla

Apples also go really well with peanut butter, so this is another variation on the above recipe. The apples add a little crunch and a nice flavor.

You Will Need:
2 Flour or Rice Tortillas
4 tablespoons peanut butter
1 apple, peeled, cored, and sliced

Directions: You will want to make sure the apple is sliced into pieces that are “bite size” – typically I will cut the regular slices in half. They are also good thin. Take the peanut butter and spread it along the first tortilla, then place the apple slices all around it. Next, place the second tortilla on top to make a “sandwich”. You can either make this on a quesadilla maker, or you can fry in a frying pan on medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the edges are nicely browned. Cut into wedges and enjoy!

Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Quesadilla

Who doesn’t love chocolate? A banana and semi-sweet chocolate chips makes this a nice treat to share with friends and family.

You Will Need:
2 tortillas
4 tablespoons peanut butter
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 small-medium sized banana

Directions: Spread the peanut butter on one of the tortillas. Peel the banana and cut into slices (circle shaped works well). Spread the banana onto the peanut butter covered tortilla, then add the chocolate chips spread and layered on top. Then, place the second tortilla on top to make the sandwich. Cook in your quesadilla maker, or grill on medium high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the edges are browned and the chocolate inside has melted. Cut into wedges and serve.

Do you have any ideas or want to share your own peanut butter quesadillas recipes? Share them in the comments below.

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If you have kids, they’ll love these mini corn dogs recipes – and even adults will like it as well too! You could easily always buy them at a store if you are in a hurry, but making them from scratch with this recipe is always a great treat to serve at any party. They’re especially a game day favorite for football games and other events. And believe it or not, they’re actually quite easy to make too!

Here are the ingredients you will need:

1 package of mini sized hot dogs or kielbasa (usually found in the grocery aisle that also has regular sized hot dogs and kielbasa)

1 1/2 cups flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
11/4 cups of milk
1/4 cup of vegetable oil
1 egg

*Note: If you’re in a really big hurry, a quick way to make this is to instead use your favorite corn bread muffin mix and prepare as directed on the package instructions. You may need 1-2 packages depending on the size of the package and how many mini corn dogs you plan on making.

Directions: To get started, you will first want to combine the flour, corn meal, sugar, salt, and baking powder together. Once these ingredients are sifted together, the next step is to stir in your egg until mixed through. Then add the milk and the vegetable oil and stir until the mixture is smooth. If need be, you may want to add a little more corn meal if the recipe seems to be too runny – if it seems too thick, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until desired consistency is achieved.

Next, you will want to line a shallow baking pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper. Since the corn dogs are a little bit drippy in the next step, this will help make clean up much easier!

Once your pan is ready, take each mini hot dog and dip it into the corn bread mixture and then place it on the pan. You can space each mini corn dog pretty close together, but if need be you can also always go onto a second pan if you start to run out of space.

You’ll want to bake these items in a pre-heated oven at 350 degrees for around 15-20 minutes, or until the muffin mix has baked through. (Oven temperatures and times will likely vary)

Now that you’re mini corn dog recipe is complete, the only other thing to consider is what condiments to serve with them! Some popular favorites include honey, dijon mustard, BBQ sauce, and ketchup. If you want your corn dogs to be spicy or have a kick to the recipe (likely not for kids then however!) a fun thing to add into the corn bread mix is either 1/4 cup of diced jalapenos or green chilies. Salsa also makes a great dipper for these, whether you go with the regular or the spicy variety.

If you are looking for a more traditional fried recipe, instead of baking you can instead try deep frying them in a pan of hot canola oil. We prefer them baked, but they’re still good either way

Hope you enjoy our mini corn dog recipe!

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These simple corn fritters recipes are a unique thing to serve as an appetizer or side dish – and they also make for a tasty snack as well. Now, if you’ve had these before then you know they are quite tasty. If you’ve never heard of them before however then I know what you are thinking: What is a fritter?

Basically a fritter is any kind of food that is dipped into batter and deep fried. More popular than corn fritters are apple fritters, another tasty snack to try sometime. So, basically a corn fritter is a deep fried snack made by mixing ingredients together and then deep frying it.

In the below recipes feel free to make any substitutions that seem to be appropriate. For example, you may instead want to use fresh corn off the cob and between 1/2 cup to 1 cup of milk instead of using a can of creamed corn. Instead of using the baking powder and flour you can also use a biscuit baking mix such as Bisquick.

Here are a few simple corn fritters recipes for you to try:

Old Fashioned Style

1 egg beaten
1 can of creamed corn
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 1/3 cup of all purpose flour
Salt and Pepper to Taste

Directions:

Mix all ingredients together and then form into either crescents or patties depending on whichever shape you prefer for serving. The mixture should be firm and easy to shape – not too runny or not too thick (it shouldn’t feel dry or hard). If is it not thick enough, add flour – if it is too thick then add a tablespoon of milk until the desired consistency is reached. Drop into a deep fryer and fry for about 5 minutes or until they are a nice golden brown color and begin floating in the oil of the deep fryer. Serve hot with maple syrup as a dipping sauce.

Bacon Cheese Corn Fritters

Everything goes good with bacon and cheese, and chances are you will like these too!

You will need:
1 egg beaten
1 can of creamed corn
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 1/3 cup of all purpose flour
Salt and Pepper to Taste
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 strips of bacon, cooked and finely chopped

Directions: Heat the deep fryer and mix all of the ingredients saving the bacon and cheese for last. Form into patties, drops, or crescents and drop into the hot oil. Allow to cook for about 5 minutes or until golden (time will depend on your deep fryer). Allow to drain on a paper towel and serve.

Spicy Corn Fritters

1 egg beaten
1 can of creamed corn
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 1/3 cup of all purpose flour
1 green onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons of chopped green chiles
1/2 teaspoon chopped cilantro
Little dash of hot pepper sauce (optional – for those who really like it hot!)
Salt and Pepper to Taste

Directions: Combine all of the above ingredients to form the dough, which should be in between too thick and too runny – similar to dumpling consistency. (If it is too thick, add a few teaspoons of milk at a time until the desired consistency is reached). In a skillet, heat up 1/2 cup of oil and then drop in spoonfulls of the dough. (You can optionally form them into patties or crescent shapes first if presentation will be important.) Fry for about two to three minutes and then flip over to fry for another 2-3 minutes. Drain on a paper towel and serve with your favorite salsa.

These are just a few examples of the many different recipes for corn fritters out there. I hope you enjoy them and if you have any comments, questions, or suggestions feel free to leave it the comments section below. You’re also welcome to share any tips or favorite recipes of your own!

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This crab cake recipe is a great appetizer to serve before the main course, or some may enjoy making it a meal all on its own!

Crab cakes, as the name implies, are little cakes or patties that are formed out of crab meat and other ingredients, much like making hamburgers. They are a great dish to make and relatively simple. There are a wide variety of different recipes available out there, as some people like to add in peppers, onions, or other ingredients. They can be baked, broiled, grilled, or fried depending on your individual preferences on how you like them prepared and your level of comfort and cooking skills.

If you are serving these for a large party, you may want to make these in smaller shapes. The recipe will not be any different other than the size that you choose to make them – though you may want to watch on cooking time since there is that possibility they may cook a little more faster since they are a little bit more smaller.

You Will Need:

1 pound crab meat
1 teaspoon ground mustard seed
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon parsley

Optional: Celery, Pepper, or Onion (some people like these things, others don’t – so if you like them, go ahead and add them in. If you don’t want them – that’s okay too!)

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well so that they are all dispersed evenly amongst the mixture. You will then want to use your hands and carefully shape the mixture into crabby patties/cake form. You can either fry or bake these delicious treats, so depending on what type you prefer, the directions are below:

Pan Frying Directions: Heat about 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet. Form the crab cakes into patties and fry 2-3 minutes each side, or until a golden brown color.

Baking Instructions: Heat Oven to 350 degrees. Place patties on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the patties are golden brown.

This dish can be served either hot or cold, though typically it is served hot. You can serve with a dipping sauce or they also taste excellent plain. If serving mini crab cakes on a platter or tray, you may want to garnish with fresh lemon wedges and parsley for a nice decorative touch.

Do you have a crab cake recipe you’d like to share? We’d love to hear your ideas, variations, and suggestions in the comments section below!

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This Mini Quiches recipe is easy to prepare and a great item to serve as a brunch appetizer or even a fun party appetizer. Made with puff pastry shells, they are simple and delicious.

Quiches are typically made with an egg custard type of filling that has different ingredients added for a wide variety of selection and types. They can be made of any type of combination of ingredients including meat, cheese, or seafood. Usually they are a baked custard type of filling, though when you are making the miniature ones as we are in this case for entertaining a party of large groups, you can be far more liberal in what types of fillings you choose based on availability and the individual preferences of you and your guests.

One of our favorite recipes is below:

Spinach, Egg, & Bacon Mini Quiche

6 slices of bacon, cooked, drained, and crumbled
1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese (can substitute with cheddar or mozzarella instead)
1 teaspoon pepper
5 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk
1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed
1 package of puff pastry shells

Directions: Mix eggs, milk and pepper together and set aside. Combine bacon, swiss cheese, and spinach together. Arrange shells on a baking pan. Carefully spoon the mixture of bacon, cheese, and spinach into the shells, then spoon the egg and milk mixture on top of that and bake according to the package instructions. (Should be about 10-15 minutes in a 350 degree oven)

Crustless Quiche
While it is easy to make them in a puff pastry shell, some people prefer eating them without the crust, which is why we’ve included this crustless version as well:

You Will Need:
6 eggs
1/2 cup milk
4 precooked sausage links
1 green onion, thinly chopped
4 ounces mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/4 cup cheddar cheese

Directions: Spray a mini muffin tin with non stick cooking spray or line with muffin cup paper liners. Chop the sausage links into fine pieces and combine with mushrooms, cheese, and green onion and spoon into each muffin cup section. Beat the six eggs together gently and add in the milk. Then slowly pour the egg and milk mixture on top of the other fillings. Bake for 10-15 minutes in a 350 degree oven or until the tops are a light golden brown and the eggs have set.

There are plenty of other different variations you can make with these sample recipes. Don’t be afraid to experiment with delicious substitutions such as crab meat, peppers, artichokes, chicken, eggplant, ham, different cheeses, or even for a sweet twist try some fruits such as strawberries. The possibilities are endless when it comes to making these yummy mini quiche recipes that everyone at your occasion will be sure to love and enjoy. (And devour rather quickly, we might add!)

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This sausage ball recipe is a favorite appetizer and snack for many different occasions. They are very easy to make, and of course we’ve included also a few variation sausage recipes so you’re sure to find one that you like here!

Basic Sausage Ball Recipe:

You Will Need:
2 cups Biscuit Mix
1 pound sausage (any kind, different types will give you different flavors)
2 cups of shredded cheese

Directions: Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees and line a shallow baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine the biscuit mix, sausage, and shredded cheese together in a bowl until all of the ingredients are mixed together evenly. Using your hands or a melon scooper, roll the mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls and place on the baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted and meat is cooked through.

Sausage Stuffing Cheese Balls:
These are very easy to make and similiar to the above recipe, but uses prepared stuffing mix instead of the biscuit recipe.

You Will Need:
2 cups stuffing mix, prepared per directions on box
1 pound sausage
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a shallow baking pan with parchment paper. Combine stuffing mix, sausage, and cheese together and mix until ingredients are evenly distributed in the bowl. Form into 1 1/2 inch size balls and place onto the baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes or until sausage is done and cheese is melted.

Spicy Sausage Balls

You Will Need:
1 pound of hot sausage
2 cups of biscuit mix
2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese
2 jalapenos, finely chopped (seeds will make it very spicy, so may want to omit all of some depending on how hot you like it – can also use canned or jarred peppers instead)
1 teaspoon favorite hot sauce

Directions: Line a baking pan with parchment paper and preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine all ingredients together in bowl and mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Sweet and Tangy Sausage Meatballs

You Will Need:
2 pounds sausage
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 can crushed pineapple

Directions: Form sausage into meatballs and place into 9 x 13 baking pan. Mix together the brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, and pineapple. Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs and cover the pan with foil. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 20-25 minutes or until sausage balls are cooked. You can alternatively make this dish in a slow cooker, allowing the meatballs and the sauce to simmer on a medium low heat.

Serving Ideas and Suggestions
There are many different ways to serve these delicious appetizers. You can arrange them on a platter with toothpicks and serve them by themselves, or you can also serve them with a variety of dipping sauces, such as Dijon mustard or honey.

Do you have any variations or suggestions for these sausage cheese ball appetizers or a recipe you would like to share? We’d love to hear it in the comments section below!

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These puff pastry appetizer recipes are easy to make and give any event a gourmet appetizer appeal. Puff pastry is a light and flaky dough when baked that is often buttery, such as Croissants or others. Many grocery stores have pre-made dough available in the freezer or refrigerator section, or you can make your own though it’s a pretty time consuming process and can be a trial and error process in trying to get it right the first few rimes.

Once you have the dough, the possibilities are endless when it comes to fillings and presentation, as the dough is easily formed into different shapes and goes well with just about everything.Vegetables,dips, meats, and cheeses are all popular varieties. Below are a few of our favorite that are so easy to make you won’t believe you made them yourself!

French Onion Cheese Puff Pastry Wheels

You Will Need:
1 sheet of puff pastry dough, thawed if frozen
3-4 tablespoons French onion dip
1 cup Mozzarella or other favorite cheese, shredded
Crumbled Bacon Bits
1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and well drained

Directions: Roll the sheet of puff pastry dough out on a lightly floured surface to prevent it from sticking. Lightly spread the french onion dip over the entire pastry sheet. Layer spinach, crumbled bacon, and cheese on top. Starting at one side, carefully roll lengthwise tightly. Slice the roll into 3/4 inch slices and arrange on a shallow baking pan. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 10-15 minutes or until pastry is a light golden brown and cheese is melted.

Sausage Mushroom Tarts

You Will Need:
1 sheet of puff pastry dough, thawed if frozen (or can also use refrigerated biscuits)
1 pound Italian Sausage, cooked, crumbled, and drained
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1 egg, lightly beaten

Directions: Cut pastry dough into squares and place in mini-muffin tin, pressing against the sides. Combine cooked sausage, spinach, cheese, bread crumbs, minced garlic, and egg to prepare the filling. Spoon the filling into each muffin cup and bake in a 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes or until puff pastry dough is golden.

Fruit Pastries

You will Need:
1 package puff pastry shells
1 cup strawberries, sliced
2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
1 cup blueberries
1 cup whipped topping
1 package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions: Bake puff pastry shells as directed. When cooled, combine cream cheese, white sugar, and vanilla in a bowl and beat with fork or mixer until light and fluffy. Spoon a small layer of the cream cheese mixture into each cup and top with fruit. Garnish with whipped cream on top or if you have extra filling. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Shrimp Puff Pastry Squares

You Will Need:
1 sheet of puff pastry dough, thawed if frozen
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 pound cooked shrimp, finely chopped (Can also substitute crab or lobster meat)
2 teaspoons finely chopped parsley
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Directions: Roll the sheet of puff pastry dough out and cut into equal sized squares. Combine melted butter, shrimp, parsley, lemon juice and garlic until shrimp is well coated. Spread shrimp mixture onto squares. Bake 10-12 minutes in a 350 degree oven or until pastry is golden in color.

These puff pastry appetizer recipes are sure to be a hit for any event. Have any suggestions or recipes you’d like to share? We’d love to hear them in the comments below.

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Stuffed mushrooms are an excellent hot appetizer to serve before or with a meal or along a buffet style spread.  There are many different recipes for stuffed mushrooms, and different fillings include crab, sausage, cream cheese, and many others. They are relatively easy to make, but your guests will think they took a lot of work! Here are some of our tried and true favorites below:

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

You Will Need:
1 pound Italian Sausage, cooked, crumbled, and drained
1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained, or fresh spinach finely chopped
1/4 cup Italian bread crumb seasoning
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg, lightly beaten
50 white mushrooms, washed and with stems removed (You may need less or more depending on the size of the mushrooms)

Directions: Combine crumbled sausage, spinach, Italian bread crumbs, egg, garlic powder and Parmesan cheese together to form stuffing. Carefully spoon a generous amount of stuffing into each mushroom cap and arrange on a shallow baking pan. Bake in a pre-heated 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes or until the tops are a nice golden color.

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms Recipe

24 fresh mushrooms
1 green onion, finely minced
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup chopped cooked crab meat (You can use canned, vacuum packed, imitation, etc.)
1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions: Combine melted butter, egg, crab meat, bread crumbs, egg, dill weed, garlic powder, and Parmesan cheese together in a bowl to form the stuffing mixture. Carefully spoon stuffing into the mushrooms. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes or until tops are golden.

Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms

40-50 mushrooms, stems removed (again, size will factor in how many mushrooms you will actually need)
1 package cream cheese, softened
1 green onion, chopped finely
1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup bacon crumbles or real bacon bits
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions: Mix cream cheese, green onion, bread crumbs, garlic powder, shredded cheddar cheese, and bacon bits together. Carefully spoon mixture into each mushroom cap. If desired, top with additional cheddar cheese. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes or until tops are golden.

Ridiculously Easy Stuffed Mushrooms
You Will Need:
2 cups of prepared stuffing mix, any flavor (ie: StoveTop)
30 mushrooms, stems removed

Directions: Scoop prepared stuffing mix into the mushroom caps lined on a shallow baking pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes in a 350 oven until tops are lightly browned.

Do you have any suggestions, variations or favorite stuffed mushroom recipes to share? We’d love to hear your ideas in the comments below.

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Salmon croquettes, also known as salmon patties, are basically a delicious patty made with canned salmon meat, very similiar to a crab cake. When serving as an appetizer, it is best to make the salmon croquettes smaller in size. They can be either baked or fried and there are many different variations available, depending on your own individual tastes and preferences. Below we’ve included a few different recipes that you can try, and of course we would always love to hear any of your own variations and modifications!

Salmon Croquettes Recipe Version #1

12 ounces salmon, drained and flaked
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped/diced
1 green onion, finely diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups Italian Breadcrumbs (Can also make your own using cornmeal, crushed crackers, etc.)
Salt and Pepper to taste (some canned salmon is very salty – some not so much, so will depend on the type you use)
Olive or vegetable oil for frying

Directions: Mix salmon, eggs, celery, garlic powder, and 1/2 cup of the breadcrumbs together and season with salt and pepper if desired. Roll the mixture into small 1 – 2 inch balls and roll the balls in the remainder of the breadcrumbs to coat.

Frying Pan: If pan frying, you will want to lightly coat the pan with the olive oil (about 2-3 tablespoons) and pre-heat to a medium heat. Carefully place patties into the pan and fry for 3-5 minutes or until one side is a medium brown color and then flip and fry until the remainder is cooked through.

Baked Salmon Croquettes: If baking, you’ll want to pre-heat your oven to 400 degrees and place the flattened patties on the pan. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping over once, or until the patties are a nice golden brown color.

Potato and Salmon Croquettes

It is traditional for croquettes to be made with mashed potatoes, so we naturally had to include this recipe as well.

2 cups mashed potatoes
12-14 ounces of canned salmon
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Salt and Pepper to Taste

Directions: Mix mashed potatoes, butter, lemon juice, green onion, garlic powder, egg, salmon, and bread crumbs together. Form into 1-2 inch balls and flatten to form patty shapes.

Pan Frying: Heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil in a large pan on a medium high heat and carefully add croquettes, frying 3-5 minutes each side until a golden brown.

Oven Baked: Arrange croquettes on a baking pan and bake in a 400 degree oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown in color, flipping them over half way through.

Salmon croquettes are good enough to eat on their own, though many love to dip them into various sauces. This lemon dill salmon croquettes sauce compliments the flavor quite well and is perfect for dipping.

Salmon Croquettes Dill Sauce
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons lemon

Directions: Mix all ingredients together and serve cold.

There are many different types of recipes available out there and using different types of salmon will also affect the taste of the patties. Feel free to use substitutions to the recipes as needed – it is very difficult to make horrible tasting salmon croquettes!

Do you have any suggestions or variations you’d like to share? We’d love to hear about them in the comments section below!

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Crab Rangoon is a popular appetizer recipe and an American Chinese food favorite for many. This deep fried dumping is typically made with a combination of cream cheese and spices tucked into won ton wrappers and deep fried. A delicious combination, this hot appetizer will be sure to disappear quickly, so you may want to make a double batch!

There are many different varieties, from sweet recipes to spicy. You can often add different things to the filling mixture to change the consistency and taste to your preferences. The recipe below is a nice combination of both sweet and spicy. For less spice, leave out the red pepper flakes – for less sweet, omit the brown sugar.

You Will Need:
1 package cream cheese, softened
1 can of crab meat, drained and flaked (8-10 oz size)
1 teaspoon red red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1 green onion, diced
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Won Ton wrappers
Vegetable Oil for frying

Directions: Mix cream cheese, crab meat, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, green onion, pepper and minced garlic. To assemble the rangoon, you will want to spread the cream cheese mixture in a rectabgle shape on 1 triangle. Wet the edges with water and press a second won ton wrapper on the top, making sure the edges are sealed. If need be, use more water. (Note: You can also twist the wrappers to form the flower shape instead as you see in the picture above) Once all the wrappers are assembled, heat deep fryer or wok/frying pan to 350-375 degrees and fry for 2-3 minutes. Place fried rangoon on a paper towel lined plate to drain and excess oil before serving.

Crab rangoon appetizers can be served with a variety of dipping sauces. Hot mustard, duck sauce, and sweet and sour sauce are all popular choices. You can find most of these sauces readily available in the Chinese food section of your grocery store, or you can prepare them from scratch on your own.

Here is one of our favorite homemade duck sauces you may want to try:

Homemade Duck Sauce for Crab Rangoon
1 cup applesauce
1/2 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard powder

Directions: Combine applesauce, apricot preserves, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and dry mustard powder into a saucepan. Cook on medium low heat, stirring often until reaching the right consistency. Cool and serve.

We hope you and your guests enjoy this sweet recipe for Crab Rangoon. If you have any suggestions, variations, or another recipe you love that you would like to share, we would love to hear from you in the comments below!

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