Gluten-Free Recipes for Appetizers/Snacks



Sweet & Spicy Crab and Red Pepper Dip

August 29, 2017

A perfect gluten-free party dish!

From Chef Oonagh Williams of Gluten-Free Cooking with Oonagh

I made this again for a friend’s 25th Anniversary open house last week with more of my gluten-free dishes. Everything was eaten and only people that don’t know my cooking were surprised food was gluten-free. Plus my dishes were eaten before the wheat pizza, brownies, or cupcakes.

Sweet & Spicy Crab and Red Pepper Dip

Ingredients:

  • 1 x 8 oz (250 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 x 6 oz (180g) can of decent crab meat, drained leaves only 4 oz (125g). It’s even better with
  • 8 oz drained crab.  I normally buy the 1 lb solid pack crab, and freeze it in 4 oz portions.  It tastes so much better than small cans, but is far more expensive per pound. A girlfriend told me that rinsing the cheaper crab makes a difference to taste.
  • 2 large freshly roasted red peppers, skinned and deseeded.  I don’t know what this would taste like with jarred peppers.  Freshly roasted red peppers are addictive and freeze well.  In my store, a bag of red peppers is far cheaper than buying just one.
  • 6 peppadew peppers – tiny red peppers from South Africa, in a sweet spicy marinade, labeled gluten free.  Heat factor varies so you can always add more peppers. About $4 for 12 oz jar in my regular grocery store and keeps in fridge.
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) hot pepper jelly.  I use Trappist brand , about $3 for 12 oz jar.  Hot pepper jelly has a sweetness, jalapeňoes are mellowed by cooking and you don’t get a chunk of raw pepper in your tooth.
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) chopped fresh parsley
  • Green of about 4 thin green onions (spring onions), thinly scissored.  Thick stemmed green onions have a much stronger raw onion flavor that overpowers.
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) chopped fresh basil or cilantro
  • some garlic powder or smashed roasted garlic.  Raw garlic is too overpowering.
  • salt and pepper to taste.

Directions:

1. In 4 cup (1 ltr) microwave safe, melt pepper jelly and stir in cream cheese until mixed.

2. Add peppadew peppers and roasted red pepper and roughly chop with immersion blender.

3. Add herbs and roughly chop with immersion blender.

4. Stir in crab, salt and pepper, mix well and refrigerate for several hours or overnight before serving.

You could also chop pepper, herbs etc. by hand for a chunkier blend or pulse in food processor.

You can serve this in a bowl with a spoon for serving onto chips. Make extra and serve hot over pasta or rice.  Even mix with cold pasta for pasta salad.

I used a one tablespoon (15 ml) scoop to fill Tostitos scoops (labeled gluten free) and sprinkled with chopped chives.  In pre gfd days I used Athena mini filo cups. This quantity filled about 30 scoops. Don’t fill more than one hour in advance as scoop softens.  They still taste good, but the crunch contrast disappears. I put flexible cold packs in outer chafing dish then put scoops in inner chafing dish to keep food cold. Humid day, contrast of air temperature and cold stainless steel did produce some moisture in chafing dish.

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Taco Party Dip

August 23, 2017

 Courtesy of Crunchmaster

A bowl of taco dip.

Ingredients:

  • 1 package Crunchmaster™ White Cheddar Multi-Grain Crackers
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 chopped avocado
  • 3 Tbsp. chopped cilantro
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (cheddar/Monterey Jack)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 lb. lean ground beef
  • 1 can fat-free refried beans (16 oz.)
  • 1 package taco seasoning mix (1.25 oz.)

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350˚F.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and season with taco mix. Set aside.
  3. Spray a 24 oz. Au Gratin dish or 9” deep dish pie pan with non-stick baking spray.
  4. Evenly spread 1 can of fat-free refried beans on the bottom of the dish. Top with ground beef, then sprinkle with Mexican blend cheese.
  5. Layer the Crunchmaster™ Signature Buttermilk Ranch & Dill Multi-Seed Crackers around the outside of the dish in an overlapping pattern. Cover crackers with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
  6. Bake at 350˚F for 15 minutes, until cheese melts and dish is warmed through.
  7. Remove from oven and remove foil from crackers.
  8. Cover with fresh chopped tomatoes, avocado, sliced green onions and sour cream.
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Red Pepper Tapenade and Black Olive Crackers

August 21, 2017

Red Pepper Tapenade and Black Olive Crackers

Courtesy of Crunchmaster

A delicious gluten-free snack that’s perfect for parties!

Ingredients:

  • Crunchmaster™ Multi-Grain Sea Salt Crackers
  • Red pepper tapenade
  • Black olives

Directions:

1. Spread a rich layer of red pepper tapenade over CrunchmasterTM Multi-Grain Sea Salt Crackers and garnish with black olives.


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Buffalo Wing Party Dip

August 9, 2017

 Courtesy of Crunchmaster

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine sour cream and cream cheese. Blend together well.
  2. Mix in crumbled blue cheese and chopped celery.
  3. Fold hot chicken into the dip.
  4. Serve immediately with Crunchmaster™ Signature Buttermilk Ranch & Dill Multi-Seed Crackers.
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Peanut Butter and Banana Crackers

August 1, 2017

Peanut Butter and Banana Crackers

Courtesy of Crunchmaster

The gluten-free version of a childhood favorite.

Ingredients:

  • Crunchmaster™ Multi-Seed Original Crackers
  • Peanut Butter
  • Banana

Directions:

  1. Spoon a dollop of peanut butter over CrunchmasterTM Multi-Seed Original Crackers.
  2. Top with sliced banana.


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Ovengold Turkey Salad

July 24, 2017

Ovengold Turkey Salad

Courtesy of Boar’s Head

Slow-roasted Ovengold Turkey Breast and fresh-chopped vegetables make this gluten-free salad as refreshing as it is unforgettable.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lbOvengold® Roasted Turkey Breast, diced 1/4 in. thick
  • ¼ cup Red onion, chopped
  • 2 cups Celery, diced 1/4 in. thick
  • 1 tsp Garlic relish
  • 1 tsp Black pepper, to taste
  • 8 cupsMixed greens
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil, for drizzling
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling

Directions:

  1. On a clean work surface, dice turkey into ¼ inch cubes.
  2. Combine turkey, onion and celery into medium mixing bowl with relish and golden raisins.
  3. Sprinkle black pepper over ingredients and add the mayonnaise to the bowl, folding together with a spoon.
  4. Separate mixed greens to 4 bowls and top greens with a scoop of the turkey salad.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, as desired.


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Maple-Pecan Crusted Goat Cheese

July 11, 2017

Maple-Pecan Crusted Goat Cheese

Courtesy of Harvest Stone

Ingredients:

  • Harvest Stone® Original Brown Rice, Sesame & Flax Crackers
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup Pecans, finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup Dried cranberries, finely chopped
  • 1 log (10.5 oz) Plain goat cheese

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350˚F. Stir mustard with maple syrup. Toss together pecans and cranberries. Brush goat cheese all over with maple and mustard and coat with pecan and cranberry mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
  2. Place on parchment paper–lined baking tray; bake for 7 to 10 minutes or until goat cheese is warmed and softened.
  3. Transfer to serving dish; serve warm with crackers.


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Cheddar, Bacon and Chive Topped Crackers

July 6, 2017

 Courtesy of Crunchmaster

 

Ingredients:

  • Crunchmaster™ Multi-Seed Original Crackers
  • Cheddar cheese
  • Cooked bacon
  • Chives

Directions:

  1. Top CrunchmasterTM Multi-Seed Original Crackers with slice of cheddar cheese, slice of bacon and then garnish with chive.
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Cracker Crusted Chicken Wings

July 3, 2017

Cracker Crusted Chicken Wings

Courtesy of Crunchmaster

 

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups crushed Crunchmaster™ Multi-Seed Crackers
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • Veggie sticks, for serving (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp each salt and pepper
  • 2 lb split chicken wings
  • 2 egg whites, beaten
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 Tbsp hot sauce
  • 1 Tbsp melted butter

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400˚F. In shallow plate, toss crushed crackers with green onions; set aside.
  2. Season chicken wings with salt and pepper. Coat in beaten eggs then dredge in cracker mixture. Arrange in single layer on foil-lined baking sheet brushed with oil. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  3. Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, hot sauce and melted butter; toss with wings to coat.
  4. Serve with veggie sticks (if desired).

Tips:

  • Adjust hot sauce to desired level of heat.
  • Serve with blue cheese or ranch dressing for dipping if desired.
  • Alternatively, instead of tossing the wings in sauce, serve sauce on the side for dipping.

 

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Goat Cheese & Fuji Apple Salad

June 27, 2017

Goat Cheese & Fuji Apple Salad

Courtesy of Boar’s Head

 

Serves 4

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 3 Fuji apples, sliced in wedges
  • 6 leaves fresh basil, chopped
  • 6 cups spring mix lettuce
  • ¼ cup baby spinach, chopped
  • ¼ cup scallions, chopped
  • 1 cup Chèvre goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup toasted slivered almonds
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar and the honey.
  2. Add the apples and basil and toss to coat.
  3. In a separate large bowl, add the spring mix, spinach, scallions, goat cheese and almonds, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Pour the apple mixture and olive oil over the salad and toss to coat.
  5. Split evenly among four bowls and serve.

 

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