Category: Appetizers

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LA Hippie Nachos

LA Hippie Nachos| Bijouxs Little Jewels

These nachos are special, they are LA Hippie Nachos. Lots of little nudges make regular nachos special, Hippie Nachos No 619 from Bijouxs Little Jewels Collection.

HIPPIE NACHOS

So, what are Hippie Nachos you say? I came across this recipe online here, and had to make them. They really are such a step-up from standard nachos, yet remain true to the classic.

THE RECIPE

Who does not love nachos?? I have made them many ways over the years but discovered Hippie Nachos a recipe from artist Louesa Robuck. I met Louesa right after I moved to Ventura, a chance encounter and a friend and I went out to view her Monotype paintings in her studio. That was how the connection began. Her beautiful book Foraged Flora had just come out and she gifted me a copy! So, over the years I have attended her work shops Punk Ikebana, it was great. She truly is a talent.

ALL ABOUT THE BEANS

I think the key to this recipe is the amping-up of seasoning of the refried beans that make these nachos so special. Do not skip this step in the recipe. It’s an easy fix and really makes a difference. Once you prepare the beans you can assemble the nachos and broil to cheesy brown delights. The Have’a Corn Chips are also special, available in many markets.  

LA Hippie Nachos | Bijouxs Little Jewels

 

Serve the nachos right out of the skillet while still warm.

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Bijouxs Basics: Marinated Roasted Red Peppers

Marinated Roasted Red Peppers | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Back to the Basics, Bijouxs Basics that is, here today with these perfectly roasted and charred peppers that are bathed in a marinade of olive oil and herbs and so versatile-Bijouxs No. 611 from the Membership Collection.

BIJOUXS BASICS

Here in the Bijouxs Kitchen I have a collection of basics, these I use over and over and are often the building blocks of many meals. Bijouxs Basics: 15-Minute Arrabiata Sauce, Bijouxs Basics: Everything Butter, Bijouxs Basics: Frijoles de la Olla (Beans in a Pot), and Bijouxs Basics: Pineapple Upside-Down Cake to name a few. Just type ‘basics’ in the search bar for all my recipes.

Marinated Roasted Red Peppers is the newest Bijouxs Basics in the Collection. They are so versatile.
Use them as a savory side, add crusty bread for a simple appetizer, toss them into an omlette or fritatta. The wonderful marinade can be used as the base for a salad using the peppers-the ideas are endless.

Bijouxs Basics: Marinated Roasted Red Peppers

ROASTED RED PEPPERS

Bijouxs Basics: Marinated Roasted Red Peppers

A super easy fix. Just place the whole peppers in a 450 degree oven and roast on a pan for about 40 minutes, turning occastionally for an even char. Remove the peppers while hot and close in a plastic bag. After 30 minutes when cool enough to handle, gently peel off the skin. Top the peppers with herb oil mixture. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes. Cover and store in refrigerator if not using right away. NOTE: the olive oil will solidify in refrigerator, just remove for a few minutes before serving.

Bijouxs Basics: Marinated Roasted Red Peppers
Serve with crusty toasted baquette for dipping also add a round of creamy goat cheese. You got this!

 

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Roasted Peppers with Boursin & Croutons

Roasted Peppers with Boursin & Croutons | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Roasted sweet baby peppers stuffed with creamy Boursin cheese and crispy croutons are the newest appetizer from Little Jewels from the Bijouxs Recipe Collection.

ROASTED SWEET PEPPERS

I love roasted vegetables and sweet peppers are fanastic simply oven roasted. Here’s how.
Place the prepped peppers in a baking dish, not a sheet pan. Simply season with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and sea salt. Bake until brown and blistered about 20 minutes. Remove from oven, cool then prep for the recipe.

BOURSIN CHEESE

Stuffed peppers are a classic I updated by using new find Boursin Dairy Free Cheese. It’s acutally good. Soft and creamy, easy for stuffing the peppers, you won’t miss the dairy.

Roasted Peppers with Boursin & Croutons | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Roasted Peppers with Boursin & Croutons | Bijouxs Little Jewels

EASY APPETIZER FOR GUESTS

Roasting the peppers create the perfect vessel for stuffing a dollop of the cheese, top with some crunchy croutons, and serve with crusty bread and extra olive oil. Easy to make and easy to serve. Roasted Peppers with Boursin & Croutons, another Little Jewel Recipe from the Membership Collection. Join for access to over 500 of my best recipes, no annoying pop-ups or tracking. Beautuful Food by Design.

 

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Slow Roasted Cherry Tomato & Basil Sauce

SLOW ROASTED CHERRY TOMATOES | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Life is a bowl full of cherries, cherry tomatoes that is. Slow Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Basil savoring the little jewels of Summer.

THE MENU

Nearing the end of summer the tomato plants give it one last go, producing the last of the tomatoes in the blistering September heat. Even along the coast the sun has been pounding down on the garden and the tomatoes are going crazy. Time to pull out all my tomato recipes.

Slow Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Basil | Bijouxs Little Jewels

SLOW ROASTING

We know what slow roasting can do for vegetables, it works the same magic on cherry tomatoes. The slow temp coaxes out the sugary sweetness of the fruit. It takes a bit of time but worth every minute, producing cherry tomatoes perfect for sauces, pasta dishes and of course this lovely to add to your Charcuterie platter.

Slow Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Basil | Bijouxs Little Jewels

 

BASIL SAUCE

Another end of season crop is basil, and fresh basil creates this simple sauce to bathe the tomatoes in, plus it is very easy to make. Serving the tomatoes with sauce creates a perfect vehicle to dip sliced bread in then top with a tomato.

Slow Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Basil | Bijouxs Little Jewels

Slow Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Basil | Bijouxs Litle Jewels

 

BEAUTIFUL FOOD BY DESIGN

Slow Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Basil | Bijoux Little Jewels

 

My Bijouxs mantra BEAUTIFUL FOOD BY DESIGN. Cooking at home with all the everyday beauty all around us, right in our kitchens. Cheers.

 

 

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Crispy Baked Shrimp

Crispy Baked Shrimp | Bijouxs Little Jewels

A take on the retro friend ‘Shake’n Bake’ seasoning goes grain-free and gets amped up with spices–bake up some Crispy Baked Shrimp more Little Jewels from the Kitchen.

CRISPY SHRIMP

Bake don’t fry, let’s keep this recipe easy and healthy. No need to fry these shrimp, they are perfectly crispy baked in the oven with a savory crunchy coating. You could fry these shrimp, but why?

As you can see, a sheet pan works perfect to bake the shrimp to a crispy golden brown.

Crispy Baked Shrimp | Bijouxs Little Jewels

JUMBO TAIL ON SHRIMP

Don’t skimp on the shrimp. Jumbo or Large shrimp tail on are optimal for this recipe. Source your shrimp from your local fish monger where you can ensure the shrimp is fresh and from a sustainable source. 

It’s nice to keep the tail on to hold while you dip the shrimp in your favorite seafood sauce. 

Crispy Baked Shrimp | Bijouxs Little Jewels

SPICY COCKTAIL SAUCE

No need to make your own cocktail sauce. I use a good organic brand and doctor it up with a little Old Bay Seasoning, just the kick a bottled sauce will need.

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