Easy Appetizer
I have been listening to Christmas music all day at work today…don’t judge me people! I am ready for Christmas haha…all of you know this though if you have been reading along that I have all my shopping and wrapping done…here was my little helper while I was wrapping:
Meet Lucy, aka Lulubell. Gizzy was helping too but he was actually involved in the wrapping as you can see, Lucy was just taking a nap haha….isn’t he the cutest thing? (name what Christmas Cartoon that quote is from – hint: it has to do with Peanuts and Christmas). Btdubs, Lucy and Gizzy are the best of friends…she licks him like he is her baby haha
Anyway, have you ever been invited to a party and have not been sure what to bring? Well, I was in this situation this past weekend and I came up with something that ended up being a big hit! I am one of those people who really likes to bring food to help out the hostess because well…the host is welcoming me into their home the least I can do is bring some NomNoms…knowhatI’msayin?
This is something that you could come up with whatever you have in your kitchen (basically what I did)..check it!
What Raven had in her Pantry/fridge:
- ground sirloin (cooked and seasoned with chili powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flake)
- cheese
- tomato
- salsa
- re-fried beans (I personally prefer black beans but since this was for a party I went with what people like)
- jalapeno
- Tostitos Scoops!®
“OK, so what are you making Raven? There are a lot of things there”
Hold your horses I am getting there!
Take the scoops and place them on a cookie sheet or on a platter you are taking to the party. Slice the jalapeno thinly and place one slice into each scoop…
Then take a spoon and smear the re-fried beans into the scoops, gently! Those suckers break easy! Then take your ground sirloin and place a small spoonful on top of the beans.
Take your salsa and spoon just a tad of that on top of the meat. Sprinkle some shredded cheddar cheese on top and then garnish with a diced tomato.
Whenever you get to your party put them into the oven at 350° for about 5-10 minutes.
I promise these will be a hit! People really enjoyed them. They didn’t need to get a plate just pop one in their mouth and be on their way! I am totally one of those people at parties too…I love finger food at a get together. They are always really well liked.
Half way there!
(::sings:: Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say…on a bright Hawaiian Christmas day…that’s the island greeting that we send to you, from the land where palm trees sway. Here we know that Christmas will be green and briiiight, the sun to shine by day and all the stars at night. Mele Kalikimaka is the Hawaii’s way, to say Merry Christmas to you…) <—if you don’t know that song look it up, it is by Bing Crosby
21 Comments
kateiscooking
very creative! love the idea – individual nachos 🙂
RavieNomNoms
That is a perfect name for them!
Belinda @zomppa
I love Christmas music! These are perfect for any party!
RavieNomNoms
Me too Belinda! I have been listening for 2 days in a row now!
Adelina
neat idea!
RavieNomNoms
Thanks Adelina!
TheSceneFromMe
That is a great idea for a party! And a good time for me to see it since we’ve got some holiday parties coming up!
RavieNomNoms
Thank you very much! Yes, they were a big hit at the party! Easy apps to just pick up and eat
Evan @swEEts
I wish I had been in my office long enough today to listen to Christmas music! And umm these appetizers? I think I could eat them for an entire meal!
RavieNomNoms
haha I know! I was like all I need is a Margarita and I would be all set for dinner!
Dionne Baldwin
I love how excited you are for Christmas that’s adorable. Gizzy is priceless with that bow! If he ends up under my tree I have a 7 year old girl that will be excited to say the least. 🙂 No thanks to Lucy. This little easy appetizer you made would be a perfect dinner. That jalapeno caught my eye and I got really excited! I love those things.
I got a new Christmas collection CD with all Dean Martin, Bing Crosby etc. the classic Christmas music. Between that and Charlie Brown we’re set! My girl watched the Grinch for the first time last night! I wanted her to see the cartoon but the only one I could find was the one with Jim Carey as the Grinch. It was hilarious. We cheered at the end…it was good times.
MELE KALIKIMAKA! HAU OLI MAKAHIKI HOU!
RavieNomNoms
Haha yes he is such a little ham! Has such a huge personality for such a little thing.
They would be great for a meal too for sure! I feel like I could just eat those and I would be all set!
Oh how wonderful! I love Christmas CDs. Bing Crosby is like the one artist that I ALWAYS have to listen to at Christmas time, it just doesn’t feel right if I don’t! “I’mmm dreaming of a whiiite Chrisstmasss!”
Adora's Box
This is really nice. Even the children can make it . Then I don’t need to do anything but eat!
RavieNomNoms
Thanks! 🙂
the constant hunger
Genius! Great party idea.
RavieNomNoms
Thank you very much!
Tiffany Rosenberger
What a great idea and definitely will be a crowd pleaser…
Laura @ Family Spice
Okay, can you keep a secret? Nachos are my secret guilty pleasure! I craved them (& devoured many) during my third pregnancy and I still make a small batch when the nacho itch returns. Your nachos sound lip-smacking good!
briarrose
The pets are just adorable. 😉 Wonder appetizer….man that would hit the spot.
Dimah
Wow, this looks amazing! great idea!
5 Star Foodie
tasty and quick to put together appetizers, those Tostitos Scoops are cool!