Simple Life Player (2026)

15/11/2021

Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile. Albert Einstein

14/11/2021

Happiness depends upon ourselves. Aristotle

13/11/2021

Indeed, man wishes to be happy even when he so lives as to make happiness impossible. Augustine of Hippo

12/11/2021

If you aren’t grateful for what you already have, what makes you think you would be happy with more. Roy T. Bennett

11/11/2021

The advantage of a bad memory is that one enjoys several times the same good things for the first time. Friedrich Nietzsche

10/11/2021

The most important thing is to enjoy your life – to be happy – it’s all that matters. Audrey Hepburn

09/11/2021

Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know. Ernest Hemingway

08/11/2021

You can only have bliss if you don’t chase it. Henepola Gunaratan

07/11/2021

Party in a Flash: 15-Minute Appetizers
These crowd-pleasing starters come together in 15 minutes or less, so you can get out there and enjoy the party.

Cheese-Stuffed Dates with Prosciutto
Sweet dates pair perfectly with Giada's creamy mascarpone-goat cheese mixture. A slice of salty prosciutto balances the flavor.

06/11/2021

Party in a Flash: 15-Minute Appetizers
These crowd-pleasing starters come together in 15 minutes or less, so you can get out there and enjoy the party.

Bruschetta with Tomato and Basil
The key to bruschetta's signature crunchy texture is to char the baguette slices under the broiler or on the grill. Rachael rubs the toasts with garlic before piling on the fresh tomato-basil topping.

05/11/2021

Party in a Flash: 15-Minute Appetizers
These crowd-pleasing starters come together in 15 minutes or less, so you can get out there and enjoy the party.

Pea Pesto Crostini
Giada combines peas, garlic and grated Parmesan in her food processor to create a simple, spreadable pesto for crusty grilled baguette slices. Using defrosted frozen peas will save time without sacrificing flavor.

04/11/2021

Party in a Flash: 15-Minute Appetizers
These crowd-pleasing starters come together in 15 minutes or less, so you can get out there and enjoy the party.

Warm Brie with Fuji Apple, Pear and Melba Toasts
Few appetizers are as irresistible as warm, creamy Brie cheese. Rather than wait for the oven to heat up, simply microwave the Brie for 1 minute. Once it's melted, serve the Brie with a platter of fruit and Melba toasts and watch how quickly it disappears.

03/11/2021

Party in a Flash: 15-Minute Appetizers
These crowd-pleasing starters come together in 15 minutes or less, so you can get out there and enjoy the party.

Start the Party
Whether you're hosting a casual last-minute get-together or have an ambitious main dish in the works, you can't lose with these simple yet satisfying appetizers. They're all ready in 15 minutes or less.

02/11/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Healthy Sweet Potato Dip with Spiced Pita Chips
Here's a vibrantly colored and creamy dip that's a great alternative to hummus. We included instructions for making homemade pita chips but you can skip that part and use store-bought instead.

01/11/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Lima Bean Dip
Frozen lima beans become a surprising star in this garlicky alternative to guacamole.

31/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Tortelloni Kebabs
These kid-friendly kebabs are easy to assemble and fun to eat. Serve them with a side of marinara sauce or pesto for dipping.

30/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Edamame and Miso Dip
Serve this creamy dip packed with umami flavor as a fun, slightly exotic alternative to hummus.

29/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Jerk-Spiced Carrot Dip
Serve this jerk-spiced dip made with carrots and coconut milk with warm flatbread and a fun tropical drink to transport yourself to a sunny island.

28/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Dolmades
These traditional Greek stuffed grape leaves are a great way to start a meal. This recipe makes 30 Dolmades: invite a friend over to help you roll the rice-and-herb mixture in tender grape leaves before a dinner party.

27/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Lightened-Up Guacamole
This lighter version of guacamole is extra-creamy because of the addition of protein-dense silken tofu. Not only does it make a super-smooth puree, it reduces the fat and calories in the overall recipe.

26/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Bacon, Jack and Jalapeno Quesadillas
Food Network Kitchen slimmed down classic bacon-Jack quesadillas, without sacrificing that satisfying, ooey-gooey texture. Turkey bacon and reduced-fat cheese make these snacks irresistible and good for you.

25/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Kale Pesto and White Bean Dip
This rich vegan dip is packed with healthful ingredients. It even includes nutritional yeast, a great dairy-free alternative to cheese if you're looking to reduce or eliminate dairy in a recipe.

24/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Oven-Baked Onion Rings
Forgo the deep fryer for a baking sheet and you'll be churning out healthier onion rings in no time. A baked potato chip and low-fat buttermilk coating complete these crunchy snacks.

23/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Spicy Succotash Dip
Succotash gets a makeover in this light and airy dip made of pureed lima beans and roasted red peppers topped with fresh corn and tomatoes. No matter the season, the flavors of this creamy treat will remind you of summer.

22/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Popcorn Shrimp with Chili-Lime Dipping Sauce
Ellie's lightened-up popcorn shrimp have a great crispy coating without the calories, thanks to flour spiced with ancho chili powder, egg whites and yellow cornmeal. Coat your baking sheet with canola oil and heat it up in the oven first so when you add the shrimp, they'll immediately start to crisp up.

21/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Kale Chips
For a healthier appetizer, try crisp baked kale leaves, or kale "chips." A sprinkle of brown sugar adds a smidge of sweetness to the antioxidant-packed super veggie.

20/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Pear and Pistachio Guacamole
Diced pears and chopped roasted pistachios add a surprising crunch to this notoriously creamy dip.

19/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Ellie's Crab Cakes
Ellie Krieger relies on good-quality lump crab, not fillers, to make this cake shine. A panko breadcrumb crust keeps them moist inside and crisp on the outside.

18/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Holy Moly Guacamole
Holy moly, it's lighter guacamole, made with mashed avocados, peas and Greek yogurt.

17/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Neelys' Quiche Tartlets
These individual, cheesy quiches are a great way to start a meal in the right direction.

16/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Grilled Prawns with Caper Tzatziki
Here's a cool restaurant trick: Claire butterflies the ends of her shrimp so that they can sit up on the plate.

15/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Cucumber-Dill Yogurt Dip
Using yogurt instead of sour cream or cream cheese in dips ensures all of the creaminess, with just a fraction of the fat and calories.

14/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Sausage Phyllo Rolls
This slimmed-down version of sausage balls uses light puff pastry instead of greasy biscuits as the wrapper. You get all the savory flavor you love, for only 220 calories per serving.

13/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Roasted Beet and Lentil Dip
This brightly-hued dip is packed with fiber, thanks to both red beets and lentils. Serve it with pretty veggie spears like endive, Persian cucumbers and baby carrots.

12/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Tamari Pecans
Tamari is a dark soybean sauce that is like a thicker version of soy sauce. Its mellow flavor gets amped up by cayenne pepper as the coating for these fiery pecans.

11/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Soft Asian Summer Rolls with Sweet and Savory Dipping Sauce
Summer rolls have a shape similar to egg rolls but they're made with softened rice paper, chopped vegetables and herbs — and they're not fried. They make fresh, light starter, perfect for summer, like their name implies.

10/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Panko-Crusted Chicken and Crudites with Blue Cheese Dip
This nostalgic meal combines two party favorites: chicken fingers and veggies and dip. The chicken is coated in egg whites and crispy panko breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch, and the blue cheese dip is made with yogurt instead of traditional mayo.

09/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Giada's White Bean and Roasted Eggplant Hummus
Roasting eggplant brings out a smoky flavor and removes its toughness. Pairing it with soft cannellini beans creates a creamy dip that serves as the perfect topper for sliced cucumber.

08/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Easy Chicken-Mushroom Quesadillas
A little bit of cheddar cheese goes a long way in flavoring Ellie's easy, family-friendly and fiesta-worthy quesadillas.

07/10/2021

Healthy Appetizer Recipes
Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network.

Chicken Sate with Spicy Peanut Dipping Sauce
"Sate" is a fancy way to say chicken-on-a-stick and Ellie's version can be made on the grill or using a grill pan. Serve the chicken skewers with a Thai-inspired peanut dipping sauce.