Martha Stewart's Hors d'Oeuvres Handbook

Since getting my new Canon Rebel for Christmas, I have been thinking about ways to get the most use out of it, while practicing my photography & cooking.  I thought it would be fun to cook my way through this cookbook and photograph the finished product!  I just love Martha and she has some great recipes in this book!

these are her frenchies: Francesca & Sharkey

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doesn't Francesca look just like King Louis?!

I started last night on page 23 with the Mango Crab Stack!

 and Roasted Shrimp with Artichokes & Fennel

 I attempted to use my new camera to get a good photo, but I unfortunately don't have enough light is my kitchen.  So these shots were taken with my iPhone 4s and then I used Instagram filters to add depth of field!  I will attempt another shot when there is more light in the kitchen!

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