Crab & Salmon Stuffed Mushrooms

Celebrations call for appetizers that are festive and fun for guests to enjoy, and these mushrooms are exactly that! I had made this recipe for New Years Day, but because of all of the festivities, I am a little late on posting them. So, even though the holidays are over, it doesn’t mean you still can’t whip these up for all your 2015 gatherings to come.

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Steamed Mussels in Spicy Tomato-Wine Broth with Crusty Garlic Bread

In traditional Italian fashion, my family would make the Feast of the Seven Fishes every Christmas Eve. Over the years, the tradition has changed. We now tend to serve steak and pasta, with only a few of our seafood specialties. Mussels are always a big hit, so this year I am making sure they end up on our holiday table!

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Seared Scallops with Caponata

Seared Scallops with Caponata & Mascarpone

Perfectly seared scallops with caponata & creamy mascarpone…an irresistible dish that you simply won’t be able to get enough of. Buttery, golden scallops on top of creamy mascarpone cheese and topped with a tangy, sweet, bold eggplant caponata. Serve this as a very special appetizer or even as the main course. It’s absolutely decadent.

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Crab Cakes

Crab Cakes with Chipotle Lemon Mayo

My family and I love to make crab cakes for a Sunday appetizer or for special occasions. Over the years, I have tested and tweaked many different versions of this classic dish, finally ending up with a recipe that we will make from now on.

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