Humming Hills Farm Recipe Collection - Appetizers

Humming Hills Farm Recipe Collection

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Appetizers

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Tuscan Crostini with Fresh Basil

Ingredients

  • Baguette (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup Humming Hills Tuscan Infused EVOO
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella (cubed)
  • 1 tsp Rosemary-Thyme Finishing Salt
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

Brush baguette slices with Tuscan Infused EVOO and toast at 375°F for 8 minutes. Toss tomatoes and mozzarella with 2 tbsp Tuscan EVOO and a pinch of Rosemary Thyme Finishing Salt. Spoon onto toasted slices, garnish with basil, and sprinkle with additional finishing salt.

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 8 min
 
 

Fig Balsamic Bruschetta with Black Garlic

Ingredients

  • Baguette (sliced)
  • 2 tbsp Humming Hills Fig Infused Balsamic
  • 2 tbsp Humming Hills Black Garlic Sauce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 tsp Truffle Onion Finishing Salt
  • 1/4 cup goat cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

Mix Fig Infused Balsamic with Black Garlic Sauce and spread on baguette slices. Toast at 400°F for 5–7 minutes. Top with tomatoes, goat cheese, a pinch of Truffle Onion Finishing Salt, and basil.

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 7 min

Pairing: The sweet fig balsamic pairs beautifully with the umami black garlic, perfect with Lemon Basil Summer Gazpacho.

 

Truffle Balsamic Stuffed Dates

Ingredients

  • 12 Medjool dates (pitted)
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp Humming Hills Truffle Infused Balsamic
  • 1 tsp Basil Garlic Finishing Salt
  • 1/4 cup walnuts (chopped)

Instructions

Mix cream cheese with Truffle Infused Balsamic and Basil Garlic Finishing Salt. Stuff dates with the mixture, top with walnuts, and drizzle with a touch of truffle balsamic. Serve at room temperature.

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 0 min

Pairing: A luxurious starter to serve alongside Habanero Spiced Shrimp Skewers for a bold contrast.

 

White Balsamic Marinated Mozzarella Balls

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
  • 1/4 cup Humming Hills White Balsamic
  • 2 tbsp Humming Hills Basil Infused EVOO
  • 1 tsp Rosemary Thyme Finishing Salt
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

Toss mozzarella balls in White Balsamic and Basil EVOO, then marinate for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with Rosemary Thyme Finishing Salt and parsley. Serve with toothpicks.

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 25 min | Cook Time: 0 min

Pairing: Pair with Tuscan Crostini for a fresh, herbaceous appetizer spread.

 

Habanero Spiced Shrimp Skewers

Ingredients

  • 1lb shrimp (peeled, deveined)
  • 3 tbsp Humming Hills Habanero Infused EVOO
  • 1 tsp Habanero Smoked Paprika Finishing Salt
  • 1 lime (juiced)
  • 1 tbsp cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

Marinate shrimp in Habanero EVOO, lime juice, and a pinch of Habanero Smoked Paprika Finishing Salt for 15 minutes. Skewer shrimp and grill over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side. Garnish with cilantro and a sprinkle of finishing salt. 

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 20 min | Cook Time: 6 min
 
 

Black Garlic Bruschetta

Ingredients

  • 1 Baguette (sliced)
  • 2 tbsp Humming Hills Black Garlic Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Basil Infused EVOO
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp Truffle Onion Finishing Salt
  • Fresh parsley

Instructions

Mix Black Garlic Sauce with Basil EVOO and spread on baguette slices. Toast at 400°F for 5–7 minutes. Top with diced tomatoes, a pinch of Truffle Onion Finishing Salt, and parsley.  

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 7 min
 
 

Jalapeno Cilantro Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients

  • 12 cremini mushrooms (stems removed)
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp Humming Hills Jalapeno Burst Infused EVOO (available soon)
  • 1 tsp Jalapeno Cilantro Finishing Salt
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions

Mix cream cheese with Jalapeno Burst EVOO and Jalapeno Cilantro Finishing Salt. Stuff mushrooms, top with breadcrumbs, and drizzle with a little more EVOO. Bake at 375°F for 15 minutes.

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 15 min


Rosemary Garlic Flatbread Bites

Ingredients

  • 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 3 tbsp Humming Hills Rosemary Garlic Infused EVOO
  • 1 tsp Porcini Rosemary Finishing Salt
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Instructions

Roll out dough, brush with Rosemary Garlic EVOO, and sprinkle with Porcini Rosemary Finishing Salt and Parmesan. Bake at 425°F for 12–15 minutes. Cut into bite-sized pieces.

Serves: 6 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 15 min
 

Lemon Basil Marinated Artichoke Hearts

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts (drained, halved)
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Basil Vinaigrette (see Dressings/Marinades)
  • 1 tsp Basil Garlic Finishing Salt
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

Toss artichoke hearts in Lemon Basil Vinaigrette and marinate for 20 minutes. Arrange on a platter, sprinkle with Basil Garlic Finishing Salt and feta, and garnish with parsley. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 25 min | Cook Time: 0 min

Pairing: The Lemon Basil Vinaigrette adds a bright, herbaceous note, making this a perfect starter alongside Tuscan Crostini.

 

Spectral Trio Flatbread with Black Garlic Dip (Coming Soon) 

Ingredients

  • 1 pizza dough
  • 3 tbsp Humming Hills Spectral Trio Infused EVOO
  • 1 tsp Truffle Onion Finishing Salt
  • 1/2 cup Humming Hills Black Garlic Sauce
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives (chopped)

Instructions

Roll out dough, brush with Spectral Trio EVOO, and sprinkle with Truffle Onion Finishing Salt. Bake at 425°F for 12–15 minutes. Mix Black Garlic Sauce, sour cream, and chives for dipping. Cut flatbread into pieces and serve with dip.

Serves: 6 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 15 min
 

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