Appetizers and Snacks

Jack-O-Lantern Jumble

Published October 30, 2018 | By Pam

Let me just say it upfront and get it out of the way. Jack-O-Lantern Jumble is ADDICTING! It has that classic sweet-and-salty combination that makes it impossible to stop after the first mouthful.

We make… Continue reading →

Granola

Published November 14, 2016 | By Pam

Granola

Well, shoot. I wish this recipe had a snappier name. Crunchy Granola? Almond and Coconut Granola? Anytime-You-Want-To-Eat-It Granola?

But the truth is, this Granola is everything granola should be. Crunchy, healthy, loaded with… Continue reading →

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Savory Apricot Bites

Published June 27, 2016 | By Pam

Savory Apricot Bites

Years ago, my local grocery store was handing out samples of these delectable (and easy!) Savory Apricot Bites, and I’ve been making them every summer since.

Just halve the apricots, remove the pits, and spoon on a… Continue reading →

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Avocado Deviled Eggs

Published June 13, 2016 | By Pam

I love deviled eggs. The more mayo, the better. But of course, the more health conscious I become, the more I cringe at the fat and calories those luscious deviled eggs contain. Lately, the guilt has become,… Continue reading →

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Strawberry Salsa

Published April 27, 2016 | By Pam

Strawberry Salsa – www.swankykitchen.com

Every year, when strawberries are in season, I make this wonderful Strawberry Salsa. Talk about an on-your-tongue-flavor-explosion!

I’ve mentioned before how my husband loves his snacks in the evening. This one is healthy!… Continue reading →

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Hidden Valley Bacon & Cheddar Dip

Published April 7, 2016 | By Pam

My husband is a junk-food addict. Seriously. He can’t miss a night without his fix in front of the television. It’s amazing how much of the stuff he can put away. Yikes!

I can’t claim this… Continue reading →

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Ham Asparagus Roll-ups

Published March 15, 2016 | By Pam

Ham Asparagus Roll-up

It’s spring when you see fresh asparagus showing up in the stores, and knowing this wonderful vegetable has come into season is a highlight of my year!

I’m happy to pass along Ham Asparagus Roll-ups. Another of my easy… Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers and Snacks | Tagged asparagus appetizer, cold side dish, finger food, ham and asparagus, ham appetizer | Leave a comment

World’s Best Snack Mix

Published February 29, 2016 | By Pam

World's Best Snack Mix This recipe is everything you want in a snack mix. Sweet and salty. Crunchy. Different taste in every bite. Addicting!!

The World’s Best Snack Mix is a new recipe for me, and where I’m usually “making… Continue reading →

Posted in Appetizers and Snacks | Tagged crunchy snack, easy snack, munchy snack, pretzel snack, snack with peanuts, sweet-and-salty snack | 2 Comments

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I’m a wife to one, mom to four, grandmother to eight. . . and a romance novel writer! After publishing 14 western historical romances with traditional publishers, I self-published a contemporary romance before embarking on my new 1920s historical romantic suspense series, The Secret Six. Please do visit my website, www.pamcrooks.com, to learn more about my books, all available on Amazon as well as most other online booksellers.

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