Appetizer

Quiche of the Giants: Cheese, Broccoli and Onion

Quiche of the Giants: Cheese, Broccoli and Onion

This is a quiche of culinary giants. The filling for this savory tart is a variation on Craig Claiborne’s famous Quiche Lorraine filling and the crust is from Ina Garten. It doesn’t get a lot better (or bigger) than that.  You can find the links…

Oldies But Goodies: Mediterranean Greens and Phyllo Pie

Oldies But Goodies: Mediterranean Greens and Phyllo Pie

Every month Blue Cayenne features recipes from our archive of more than four hundred recipes. These recipes are our “Oldies But Goodies.” Today’s Oldie But Goodie recipe is for Mediterranean Greens and Phyllo Pie . You will find the recipe here.  . Want to dive…

Savory Blue Cheese Cheesecake

Savory Blue Cheese Cheesecake

Need a quick and elegant appetizer? Want to showcase some nice cheese?  This Savory Blue Cheese Cheesecake is your recipe! This recipe is open to a lot of variation, too—chopped chiles, red peppers, caramelized onions and on and on. For variation, you could sub in…

For Your New Year’s Table : Bits and Pieces Party Cheese Ball

For Your New Year’s Table : Bits and Pieces Party Cheese Ball

Need a delicious appetizer for your New Year’s Celebration? This Bits and Pieces Party Cheese Ball recipe from Blue Cayenne’s archives might just be the thing! It’s delicious and it uses ingredients that you probably have on hand. While we’re here wishing you a Happy…

Mediterranean Greens and Phyllo Pie

Mediterranean Greens and Phyllo Pie

Need a delicious way to eat your greens?  This Mediterranean Greens and Phyllo Pie is just what your need. This recipe makes a large pie and, with a little reheating in the oven to crisp the phyllo layers, lasts for days.  This recipe is from…

Oldies But Goodies: Asparagus in Puff Pastry

Oldies But Goodies: Asparagus in Puff Pastry

Every month Blue Cayenne features recipes from our archive of more than four hundred recipes. These recipes are our “Oldies But Goodies.” Today’s Oldie But Goodie recipe is for Asparagus In Puff Pastry Here is the link to the recipe: Asparagus In Puff Pastry. You don’t…

Hummus

Hummus

    Hummus! May 13 was International Hummus Day. We missed it.  On the other hand, we have a whole lot of time to prepare for next year’s celebration.  Remember that, properly-prepared, hummus is a healthy food choice.  It’s rich in protein, antioxidants, and fiber.…

Samosas: Let me count the ways…

Samosas: Let me count the ways…

I’ve eaten samosas all over the world. In my experience, the best ones were in Hyderabad, India, and in Colombo, Sri Lanka, but there were  close competitors served from a street food stand in Nairobi, Kenya, and at Udipi Palace, a small Indian restaurant in…

Oldies But Goodies: Holiday Cheese Ball

Oldies But Goodies: Holiday Cheese Ball

Every month Blue Cayenne features recipes from our archive of more than four hundred recipes. These recipes are our “Oldies But Goodies.”  Today’s Oldie But Goodie recipe is for a Holiday Cheese Ball–perfect for a party or a personal indulgence. Here  is the link: Bits and…

Holiday Cheese Spread: Fromage Fort

Holiday Cheese Spread: Fromage Fort

You know that little piece of gorgonzola sitting in the back of the cheese drawer in your refrigerator? Take it out along with that piece of lonely cheddar you’ve been putting off using? Add in other bits and pieces of leftover cheese from your cheese…