Food: 2012: A Year in Review + Some Good

I felt an overwhelming amount of pride watching my oldest daughter pitch in her first of many softball games and then at the end of the season accept an award for most strikeouts! And a giant lump formed in my throat when someone at the table and I sat at our youngest daughters’ parent-teacher conferences {in her new school} and we were told that we have a quite gifted writer on our hands, one of the teachers dependable she’s ever had in all her years of teaching. I mean what could possibly top that?

I can only imagine what 2013 will bring. I feel all giddy entering my 4th year of blogging imagining all the possibilities. What food will I make? What friends will I finally meet {I’m talking to you Jessica, Rachel, Lauren, Megan, Cassie and Bev!}?

I’m open to whatever… bring it 2013.

Now, let’s celebrate a memorable year passed and an even more fabulous year ahead… with food!

Okay so wanna know what’s funny. I had to ask a regular at dinner if there’s football on New Year’s Day. Yup… that’s how in touch I am with the sporting world. Sure I get into sports when, let’s say, the Tiger’s are in the World Series… but that is as far as it goes for me.

However, I know there are a TON of people who do sit, snack and watch football. SO since I may not know who’s playing whom on Tuesday and I may even question if it’s college or the NFL {because I genuinely have no clue}… I can at least help you out in the food department. Cool?

Here are my ‘Top 2012’ appetizers from the past year and from here on SS and some of my most go-to blogs!

Bacon & Gorgonzola Guacamole

Bacon Wrapped Scallops with Chili Butter

Brie Toasts with Basil, Pine Nuts and Golden Raisins

Beer Battered Mini Corn Dogs with Chipotle Ketchup

Baked Chili Cheese Fries

Black Bean and Sweet Potato Quesadillas

Cantaloupe Bruschetta with Balsamic of Modena Glaze

Caramelized Onion Spinach Dip {Reduced Guilt!}

Kitchen-made Kettle Chips with Onion Dill Dip

Rainbow Pizza and Truffle Fries with a Wine Dipping Sauce

Spicy Garlic Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dip