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Frankly Fancy Foods, 1959
The appetizing appetizer chapter, from Betty Crocker's "Frankly Fancy" Foods Recipe Booklet, 1959. One of the most epic, tempting,...

Brian Theis
Mar 27, 20251 min read


The Caruso, with Fonduta
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
Mar 27, 20251 min read


The Shamrock & Shamrock Sandwiches
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
Mar 13, 20251 min read


Chinese Roast Pork with Bean Sprouts
From "Enjoy Chinese Cooking at Home," Richard Wong, 1949. 🇨🇳 🥘 🐷 🥡🥢 Roast pork recipe follows this. "Gourmet powder" is the same as...

Brian Theis
Mar 13, 20251 min read


Mardi Gras Cheer & Creole Buffet
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
Feb 27, 20251 min read


Tuna Casino on the Half Shell
From "The Infinite Feast: How to Host the Ones You Love—Recipes from the Big Easy . . . and Beyond" by Brian Theis, 2020 Click here for more on my best-selling cookbook! Presenting . . . the web premiere of this delicious recipe. It's part of my Christmas Feast of the Seven Fishes. 🐟 🐟 🐟 🐟 🐟 🐟 🐟 Tuna Casino on the Half Shell Makes 12 servings Pro Tip: 4-inch scallop baking shells can be bought online 5 slices thick-cut bacon, cut crosswise in 1/4-inch strips 1/4 cup re

Brian Theis
Jan 29, 20251 min read


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 29, 20251 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 20, 20252 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 20, 20252 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 20, 20252 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 16, 20252 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
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