Herb and Orange Marinated Olives

Herb and Orange Marinated Olives

A little something salty always adds to the cocktail hour and nearly everyone loves olives. I keep these in my fridge just about all the time so they are ready when an unexpected guest drops in. Look for good quality olives on the pickle aisle or choose your own blend at the olive bar. You…

Two-Pepper Blue Cheese Wafers

Two-Pepper Blue Cheese Wafers

Cocktail hour always needs a little bite of something cheesy and crispy. Gorgonzola, black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper make for a fun twist on a classic Southern cheese straw. Make the dough the day before and bake them the morning of the party.   Two-Pepper Blue Cheese Wafers ½ cup unsalted butter,…