Topic: hors d’oeuvres

Meatless Monday: 10 Vegetarian Super Bowl Snack Ideas

Meatless Monday: 10 Vegetarian Super Bowl Snack Ideas

Many people think “Super Bowl snacks” are synonymous with chicken wings. But, uh, vegetarians like football too! If you or your game day guests would prefer some meatless munchies, try making one these vegetarian and vegan versions of classic party snacks. And don’t forget — chips and guacamole, hummus and veggies or water crackers and bean dip are also easy, no-fuss snacks that vegetarians and vegans can enjoy. More »

Autumn Eats: Easy Pumpkin Wontons

Autumn Eats: Easy Pumpkin Wontons

Are they a desert? An appetizer? I was trying to decide how to classify these savory and sweet pumpkin wontons—filled with a mix of pureed pumpkin, almonds, molasses and fresh rosemary—for you, but you know what? Serve them as whatever you like—a snack, a side, a party hors d’ouevre. I brought a version of these holiday-friendly, vegetarian wontons to my family’s Thanksgiving gathering last year, and though at first folks were skeptical—wontons at Thanksgiving?—after everyone tasted them I got complaints for not bringing more. Best of all for party prep, they require very little hands-on time. You can make the filling in advance (in a food processor), then simply fill and fold the wonton shells and cook for 15 minutes when you’re ready. More »