Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSpillway Bar and Grill3 Appetizers – Excluding Homemade Chili Recipe

3 Appetizers – Excluding Homemade Chili Recipe

Time1h 30m
Serves6

Make 3 Appetizers – Excluding Homemade Chili Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Caprese Skewers

Method

Caprese Skewers

  1. 1

    Prepare Ingredients

    Wash the cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves. Drain the mozzarella balls.

  2. 2

    Assemble Skewers

    On a skewer, thread one cherry tomato, followed by a basil leaf, and then a mozzarella ball. Repeat this pattern until the skewer is filled.

  3. 3

    Season and Serve

    Drizzle balsamic glaze over the skewers and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.

Stuffed Mushrooms

  1. 4

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 5

    Prepare Mushrooms

    Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth. Remove the stems and chop them finely.

  3. 6

    Make Filling

    In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, minced garlic, chopped mushroom stems, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and breadcrumbs. Season with salt and black pepper.

  4. 7

    Stuff Mushrooms

    Fill each mushroom cap with the prepared filling and place them on a baking sheet.

  5. 8

    Bake

    Drizzle olive oil over the stuffed mushrooms and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

  6. 9

    Serve

    Let them cool slightly before serving.

Mini Spinach and Feta Pies

  1. 10

    Prepare Filling

    In a large bowl, mix chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, and eggs. Season with salt and black pepper.

  2. 11

    Prepare Phyllo Pastry

    Unroll the phyllo pastry sheets and keep them covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying out.

  3. 12

    Assemble Pies

    Take one sheet of phyllo, brush with olive oil, and place another sheet on top. Cut into squares. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each square and fold the corners over to enclose the filling.

  4. 13

    Bake

    Place the pies on a baking sheet and brush the tops with olive oil. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden.

  5. 14

    Serve

    Allow to cool slightly before serving.

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