Cocktail Party

Iron Skillet Shrimp with Chili Lemon Butter

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

This versatile dish is just as delicious served with pasta or spooned over couscous as it is here with lots of toasted bread to soak up the sauce.

Blue Ribbon Hot Sauce

Treat your Grilled Chicken Wings to a dipping of homemade hot sauce from the Bromberg Bros. Blue Ribbon Cookbook - you probably already have all the ingredients!

Grilled Chicken Wings with Homemade Hot Sauce and Blue Cheese

Serve up a batch of homemade Buffalo chicken wings from the Bromberg Bros. Blue Ribbon Cookbook, best when paired with thier homemade Blue Ribbon Hot Sauce and Perfect Roast Seasoning .

Spiced Almonds

Developed by Ellie Krieger, R.D. for the Almond Board of California

Cheese-Stuffed Dates with Prosciutto

by Giada Di Laurentiis from Giada at Home

The sweetest, best kind of dates are Medjools. They’re large, so they are easy to fill, meaty, and chewy. Stuffed with goat cheese and wrapped in prosciutto, they provide a perfect sweet-salty mouthful in every bite. Serve these with a crisp white wine as the ideal before-dinner tidbit.

Potato Cakes with Leeks and Feta

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

These lacy potato cakes use very little oil compared to other pan-fried versions. Baked in muffin tins, they get really crispy on the outside while remaining soft and fluffy inside. Potato cakes would also be great served as a side dish with roast chicken.

Rosette Salad with Almonds and Mandarin Oranges

Submitted by Samantha Eves, Port Hope, ON; Tested by Elisabeth Turner

An elegant, yet simple salad. Perfect as an appetizer or a as a side. Serve it with Breaded Chicken with Apple & Aged Cheddar.

Celery and Cheese Soup

Submitted by Jenessa Bungay, Bay Largent, NL; Tested by Amanda Worth

Cheesy and delicious, this recipe is "soup-er" easy to make. Serve it as an appetizer, side, or meal.

Gluten-Free Banana Bread

Submitted by Francesca Carone, Toronto, ON; Tested by Emilee Pinette

This simple gluten-free dessert is full of flavour and perfect for a gathering!

Chicken and Spinach Soup

Submitted by Susan Thomas, Watson Lake, YU; Tested by Lisa Sembaliuk

This soup is a healthy way to add some spinach to your diet. With just a few simple ingredients, and a few simple steps, you can enjoy this delicious nutritious meal.