This is an amazing and unique appetizer that can be made couple days ahead of your party. 1        pound frozen pearl onion, thawed 1/4   cup olive oil 1/2   cup sugar 1/8   teaspoon ground Annis seeds 1/8   teaspoon crushed red pepper 1       cup apple cider vinegar [...]

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Makes 24 cubes 4      cups non-fat plain Greek yogurt 1/2  teaspoon sea salt 1/8  teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/8  teaspoon of French oregano 1      tablespoon olive oil 1/4  cup toasted sesame seeds 2      tablespoons black sesame seeds -Place the yogurt in a bowl, add 1/2 cup water,  and the salt. [...]

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Serves 4-6 4       Red bell pepper 1       cup Kalamata olives, pitted and coarsely chopped 2      scallions, chopped 1/2  cup crumbled feta cheese 2      tablespoons Dijon mustard 3      tablespoons Balsamic vinegar 3      tablespoons olive oil pinch of cayenne pepper salt to taste [...]

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This spread is particular to Aleppo, Syria where piquant tastes are appreciated.  I use this spread on any dish that call for ketchup. You can  mix it with hommous and make very intriguing spread.  Serve with toasted pita chips in your next football party. We know walnuts are good for the brain and the heart, [...]

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This easy appetizer makes a wonderful side dish, take-along for a summer picnic or a party.  Best of all, it can be eaten cold. Ingredients 2       large eggplants 4       tablespoons olive oil 1       cup crumbled feta cheese 1       cup ricotta cheese 2       cups finely chopped parsley 3       cloves garlic, mashed 2       red bell pepper, or 6 [...]

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