Appetizers

Preparation: Core the tomatoes, cut in half widthwise and squeeze out the seeds if you wish. Dice the tomatoes and scoop into a bowl.
Preparation: Combine 2 cups of finely shredded cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese and 3/4 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese with 2 lightly beaten eggs, 1/3 cup plain flour, 3 diced jalapeño peppers and 1 teaspoon of baking powder in a large bowl.
Preparation: Prepare barbecue (medium high heat). Grill bread until slightly charred, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove to bowl.
In a heavy saucepan, bring water and milk to a boil over high heat. Add salt and pepper, reduce heat to medium. Add the polenta gradually, whisking constantly.
Grate or cube all of your cheeses. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium low heat and add a light coating of oil.
Preheat oven to 425°F. Prepare a sheet tray with parchment paper or aluminum foil on bottom with wire rack on top. If you don’t have a wire rack, use non-stick aluminum foil. Mix the baking powder, salt, pepper smoked paprika and garlic powder in a small bowl.
Brooke's Black Bean Nachos are a family favorite of ours and the perfect appetizer for any party!
In a large skillet or wide shallow pot, heat 11/2-2 inches of vegetable oil to about 360 degrees F. (If you don’t have an oil thermometer, drop a few bread crumbs in and if they sizzle but don’t burn, the oil is ready.) If they burn, turn it down a tad.