I was just reminiscing about this super tasty appetizer we had at J winery in Dry Creek Valley during the Food & Wine Affair. I think it may have been November of 2007? Well, I may have forgotten the date, but not the amazing hor d'oeurves they paired with one of their wonderful champagnes. Which one? Yeah, I
don't remember that either.
It shouldn't be too hard to recreate that appetizer though. As I recall, it was simply: a leaf of endive* with a blob of creamy blue cheese, a chunk of fresh fig, and a candied pecan half on top... Perfection, especially paired with champagne!
In honor of the upcoming holiday party season, here is a selection of other tasty nibbles and garnishes to make and enjoy...
It shouldn't be too hard to recreate that appetizer though. As I recall, it was simply: a leaf of endive* with a blob of creamy blue cheese, a chunk of fresh fig, and a candied pecan half on top... Perfection, especially paired with champagne!
In honor of the upcoming holiday party season, here is a selection of other tasty nibbles and garnishes to make and enjoy...
- Itty bitty mac 'n cheese bites at Food And Wine mag (sub Gruyere for the American cheese)
- Make these ham and noodle fritters smaller and serve them as an appetizer
- Pregnant Dates (with a movie tie-in) at The Kitchn
- Brie Stuffed Mushroom Caps from thepioneerwoman.com
- Crispy wonton leaf garnish from MS Weddings
- More fun with wonton wrappers, Origami Cranes from The Kitchn
*I never know whether to say en-dive or ahn-deev. Oh well.
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