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Old Fashioned & Indoor Weenie Roast
Here are the latest exciting recipes from my treasure box, " The 2 in 1 International Recipe Card Collection for Mixed Drinks and Hors...

Brian Theis
Jan 291 min read


Bunny Chow Canapés with Carrot Sambal
Bunny Chow (or, simply, a "Bunny") is a South African dish of Indian origin. The end of a hollowed out loaf of bread (like a square bowl)...

Brian Theis
Jan 202 min read


I've Come for the Ham Down Under!
Ham is a popular holiday staple in the "land down under," and of course, BBQ or "barbie" sauce is a regular part of many a gala...

Brian Theis
Jan 202 min read


Corny Carne Asada Dip
A modified Mexican street corn (just add mayo!) and a tender, flavorful carne asada come together in this festive dip that's a real...

Brian Theis
Jan 202 min read


Blue Ribbon Chicken and Dumplings
Here's the internet premiere of one of my most delicious, most popular recipes! So much fun to prepare and such reliable crowd-pleaser!...

Brian Theis
Jan 162 min read


Gumdrop Mountain Biscuits
Brand new recipe! You might see this in a future cookbook! Meanwhile, there's a whole chapter on "Cookies of Many Lands" in my first, best-selling cookbook . Get your copy today. Biscuits meet gumdrops in my newest sweets creation! Inspired by Gumdrop Mountain Pass in the classic Candy Land board game, the buttermilk and salt of the biscuit are a wonderful complement to the spice of the candies. I hold back the lighter colors, as the red, green, orange, and purple contrast b

Brian Theis
Dec 19, 20242 min read


Betty Crocker Snowman Cake Party 1971
I love the idea of baking a snowman cake, frosting and decorating it and just putting it in the middle of a table so kids can have a...

Brian Theis
Dec 19, 20241 min read


Antoine's Special and Crab Creole Dip
Here are the latest exciting recipes from my treasure box, " The 2 in 1 International Recipe Card Collection for Mixed Drinks and Hors...

Brian Theis
Dec 19, 20241 min read


Cranberry Puffs
An appealing (and fun-to-make!) dessert idea, perfect for Thanksgiving, or any day. From The Betty Crocker Recipe Card Library , 1971.

Brian Theis
Nov 20, 20241 min read


Perfect Manhattan & Newberg Croustades
Here are the latest recipes from my treasure box, " The 2 in 1 International Recipe Card Collection for Mixed Drinks and Hors D'Oeuvre ."...

Brian Theis
Nov 20, 20241 min read


National Nacho Day Recipes
November 6th is National Nachos Day, but EVERY day can be nachos day with my three tempting new recipes. I created these for FOX5's Good Day New York, for my first ever appearance on the show with their great hosts, Curt Menefee and Rosanna Scotto. This photo is of Curt making his Frito Pie Nachos! Of all the things I cook, one of my very favorites is party appetizers. It’s certainly what so many of my friends know me for, thanks to all my big summertime and Christmas parties

Brian Theis
Nov 7, 20245 min read


Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes
It's "what do I do with all this leftover pumpkin?" season! Here's one answer: my Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting!...

Brian Theis
Oct 23, 20242 min read


Fall Flavors Pumpkin Seed Cheeseball
Fall flavors?! They're the reason for the season! My Pumpkin Seed Cheeseball (with Creepy Crudités) is taking the autumn party circuit by...

Brian Theis
Oct 23, 20242 min read


Orange Dragon Dip with Creepy Crudités
It's "what do I do with all this leftover pumpkin?" season! Here's one answer: my Orange Dragon (Asian Pumpkin) dip with Creepy Crudités!...

Brian Theis
Oct 23, 20241 min read


Collecting Vintage Cupcake Picks
I just love my collection of vintage cupcake picks! They're great to decorate muffins, appetizers, cupcakes, and so much more. I get them...

Brian Theis
Oct 22, 20241 min read


Autumn Quiche Minis
These fun, quick-to-bake, fall-flavored mini quiches are terrific for breakfast or brunch in any season of the year. Great with a simple...

Brian Theis
Oct 16, 20242 min read


Great Pumpkin Hummus
This one is a KHOU Great Day Houston (and now website) exclusive. You might see it in an upcoming cookbook. In the meantime, my...

Brian Theis
Oct 12, 20241 min read


Spooky Salmon Goo-Ga-Loo
This one is a KHOU Great Day Houston (and now website) exclusive. You might see it in an upcoming cookbook. In the meantime, my...

Brian Theis
Oct 12, 20242 min read


Halloween Pumpkin Punch
This one is a KHOU Great Day Houston (and now website) exclusive. You might see it in an upcoming cookbook. In the meantime, my...

Brian Theis
Oct 12, 20242 min read


Stuffed Peppers, 1973
Nom nom nom for beefy, cheesy stuffed peppers! 🫑 🫑 🫑

Brian Theis
Sep 5, 20241 min read
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