Category: Starters

Garlicky Grilled Shishito Peppers & Mushrooms
Expand your food horizons and try this super simple dish! I used peppers from Dry Creek Ranch and chestnut mushrooms from Groves Country Mushrooms. [ingredients]

Caprese Stuffed Avocados
Caprese Salad is one of my favorite patio snacks to enjoy during the fall season while watching the colors change. I decided to make it even better this year by combining local ingredients from some of my favorite Farmer’s Market vendors with avocados. These lush green fruits are packed full of creamy nutrients to keep…

Molly’s Mills Caprese Salad
We were given this gorgeous heirloom tomato from True Roots Organics at the Boise Farmers Market. Unlike the tasteless red spheres they call tomatoes found at the grocery store their tomatoes are bursting with flavor! I decided to give them a little garlic kick with my Idahoan Seasoning for this fresh late summer or early…

Grilled Beets with Feta and a Balsamic-Honey Drizzle
Summer is in full swing and I found some amazing local ingredients at the market to make this grilled beet salad! [ingredients]

Molly’s Mills PB&J Jalapeño Poppers
These decadent poppers are a party pleasing favorite! [ingredients] In a deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed stock pot add enough oil to come 1/3 of the way up the sides of the pan. Heat oil to 370ºF over medium heat. Cut jalapeños in half, remove ribs and seeds. Combine cream cheese with the peanut butter and then spoon…

Loaded Cauliflower Salad
A delicious low-carb take on a traditional potato salad! [ingredients] Preheat oven to 400º F. Cut cauliflower into bite sized pieces, toss with olive oil and Molly’s Idahoan blend. Roast for 20 minutes, or until it begins to brown. Allow to cool. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly. Add roasted…

Zucchini Parmesan Chips
These are without a doubt one of my favorite snacks to whip up when I’m craving something savory, but want a guilt-free indulgence [ingredients] Preheat the oven to 450º F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Slice the zucchini into 1/4″ thick rounds. In a medium bowl, toss the zucchini with the beaten egg.…

Fava Bean Hummus
We got our super fresh fava beans from Peaceful Belly at the Boise Farmer’s Market. It takes a little work to get the beans ready, but it is well worth it! [ingredients] Shuck the beans and discard the pods. Boil the fava beans for 1 minute and remove the soft shell. Place all ingredients in…

Pork Belly Bites
Mmmmm my mouth is watering just thinking of this tasty delight! [ingredients] Add stock, pork and garlic to a medium pot and bring to a boil. Turn down heat and slowly simmer for 30-45 minutes or until pork is tender. Preheat oven to 350º F. Remove pork from liquid and place on a nonstick cooking…