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6 servings If you can imagine it, early versions of this dish were served with gravy. We recommend boiling large eggs for only 7 minutes to avoid…
Miniature turnovers or tartlets made with cream cheese pastry dough or pat-in-the-pan butter dough, filled with a variety of savory options like leeks…
About 8 cups This is the sticky-sweet confection of the circus and boardwalk. If desired, add 1 cup Spanish peanuts.
A savory cheese ball made with sharp Cheddar, cream cheese, and crisp bacon, rolled in toasted walnuts or pecans. A classic party appetizer.
16 tamales Tamales can be wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves (see variation) and baked or steamed. (If neither is available, you can use 8 × 10-inch…
A classic seven-layer dip with refried beans, creamy avocado, spiced sour cream, chiles, olives, tomatoes, and sharp Cheddar. Served with tortilla chips…
About 48 puffs Pass these on a tray and serve with Champagne. Please read About Choux Paste.
4 servings Try dusting the hot onions with paprika as well as salt, or dust with Chaat Masala. Please read about Deep-Frying. BATTERED
About sixty 1 ½-inch balls Without the characteristic hole, these are lighter in texture. If you dip the spoon into the frying oil before spooning up each…
24 pieces No angels, no horses; a fanciful name for a time-tested combination.
About 24 cookies These cookies and Almond Krumkakes may be made into fortune cookies for a party. Print the fortunes on small strips of paper. Shaping the…
About 100 pieces Please read About Puff Pastry. Unbaked straws can be frozen in a covered container, the layers separated by sheets of wax paper, for up…
These delicate choux puffs are baked until golden and crisp, then filled with a variety of savory spreads and salads, making them perfect for parties and…
These cheese puff canapés are a delightful appetizer made with toasted bread topped with a fluffy mixture of egg whites, Gruyère, and seasonings, then…
These miniature quiches are made with store-bought phyllo cups and a simple egg custard. They can be filled with ham, broccoli, or roasted red peppers…
A creamy baked dip made with artichoke hearts, mayonnaise, and Parmesan cheese, topped with extra cheese and paprika. Perfect for parties and gatherings.
24 pieces These wings are loosely inspired by Andy Ricker’s fish sauce wings, a popular staple in Portland, Oregon. If you opt for the garnish of Crispy…
A classic nacho platter loaded with melted Cheddar and Monterey Jack, topped with chorizo, beans, and fresh garnishes. Perfect for sharing.
24 pieces In place of the filling below, you may also stuff mushroom caps with goat cheese mixed with minced garlic and herbs, any flavored butter, or…
6 to 8 servings Hot pots are a wonderful, participatory form of eating and well suited to parties (the informal kind, with people you do not mind making a…
8 to 10 servings This recipe can also be made with clams, oysters, or, as is traditionally done in Louisiana, with crayfish. These will be scooped up and…
36 pieces Assemble ahead of time on the day you serve them and bake just before needed. You can also make these using whole water chestnuts in place of…
Yield varies A transformative, French spread made from cheese scraps that might otherwise be thrown away or neglected—an especially useful recipe for the…
3 cups A mixture of almonds, walnuts, and pecans may also be used. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
A creamy, cheesy hot crab dip seasoned with crab boil and Worcestershire, baked until bubbly and golden.
20 to 24 biscuits In addition to this filling, try spreading the biscuits with a flavored butter.
About 20 piroshki Piroshki, or pirozhki, are part of a large family of predominantly savory pies that hail from Russia to Central and East Asia, the…
This French onion dip is made from scratch with caramelized onions, crème fraîche, and Greek yogurt. It's a rich and flavorful appetizer that pairs…
These homemade cheese crackers are crisp, savory, and perfect for snacking. Made with sharp Cheddar or blue cheese and a hint of cayenne, they're a…
Mini BLT biscuits combine salty bacon, crisp lettuce, and juicy tomato on flaky homemade biscuits. These bite-sized sandwiches are perfect party…
A hearty, savory dip made with ground chicken, beans, tomatoes, and spices, simmered for an hour and served with tortilla chips and cheese.
Jerk-spiced pulled pork sliders with a tangy mango cream sauce, served on buttermilk sourdough biscuits. A flavorful and tender dish perfect for…
A creamy and rich smoked white bean dip, bright and fresh in flavor, perfect as a snack or party appetizer with crackers or vegetables.
These dumplings feature a flavorful filling of ground chicken and shrimp with basil, inspired by Three-Cup Chicken. They are perfect panfried as pot…
This loaded baked potato dip combines all the classic toppings of a baked potato into a creamy, cheesy dip. Serve with potato chips for a crowd-pleasing…
Shao mai are open-faced dumplings filled with a mixture of ground pork and shrimp, seasoned with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sesame oil. They are…
Smoked salmon crostini with creamy goat cheese and caper topping make an elegant appetizer. Wild salmon is smoked with cherrywood for delicate flavor.
These shrimp sliders are a twist on classic crab cakes, using ground and chopped shrimp for texture. Pan-fried until golden, they're served on slider buns…
Juicy, spicy pork-and-tofu mandu (Korean dumplings) with kimchi and sweet potato noodles. Steamed until translucent, served with a dipping sauce.
Spicy, creamy bacon-jalapeño poppers with a crispy breadcrumb topping. Perfect for parties and family gatherings.
These beetroot chops are a classic Bengali snack, featuring a spicy and crunchy patty made with beets, peanuts, and aromatic spices. They are perfect for…
Classic Japanese pan-fried pork-and-cabbage dumplings with a crispy bottom and juicy filling. Serve with gyoza sauce and garnishes like grated carrot or…
These salmon dumplings are simple and citrusy, allowing the salmon to shine. The filling combines salmon with lemon juice, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine…
Classic deviled eggs with a kick from pickled jalapeños and crispy bacon. A popular starter at Five Marys Burgerhouse.
These pan-fried dumplings feature a gingery filling of cabbage, mushrooms, and aromatics. They are made with either homemade eggless dough or store-bought…
Bite-sized hot dogs soaked in beer, seasoned with chili powder, wrapped in crescent roll dough, and baked until golden. Serve with French's yellow mustard…
A creamy cheese ball studded with dried beef and green onions, perfect for parties. Serve with crackers for a classic appetizer.
Crispy croquettes made with sobrasada, honey, and Manchego cheese, served with aioli. A perfect Spanish tapa for a sunny day.
Savory ham and cheese sliders with pickles and tomatoes, baked on soft rolls with a buttery poppy seed topping. Perfect for parties or a quick dinner.
Classic deviled eggs with a Southern twist, featuring a creamy filling with Dijon mustard, pickle juice, and cayenne, garnished with smoked paprika…
A rich and creamy hot crab dip with artichokes, cheese, and a hint of spice, perfect for potlucks and special occasions. Serve with a warm baguette.
A creamy, savory crab dip made with cream cheese, crabmeat, and a hint of French mustard and white wine. Perfect for parties or as a make-ahead appetizer.
Crispy deep-fried sweet onions with a spicy Cajun kick, served with a creamy horseradish dipping sauce. Perfect as a party appetizer or side dish.
These crunchy cheese straws are a Southern classic, perfect for parties and gatherings. Made with extra-sharp cheddar and a hint of smoked paprika and…
These slow-cooker meatballs combine ground pork and sirloin in a rich, spicy gravy made with French onion soup, cream of mushroom soup, and a blend of…
A vegetarian twist on classic Indian keema pav, featuring spiced soya mince and peas served in toasted burger buns with fresh toppings. This…
Spicy jalapeño halves stuffed with cream cheese, wrapped in bacon, and baked until crispy. A popular appetizer for parties and game days.
A rich, deeply flavored Mexican stew made with dried chiles, pork ribs, and chicken thighs. Served with fresh toppings like cabbage, radishes, avocado…
A creamy, savory salmon spread made with canned salmon, cream cheese, and bold seasonings. Perfect as an appetizer with crackers or as a bagel spread.
These stuffed puris are a celebratory Indian bread filled with spiced broad bean paste. They are fried until golden and crisp, perfect for pairing with…
A Southern classic combining creamy pimento cheese spread and crispy fried green tomatoes on French bread. Perfect for parties or a sit-down lunch, this…
Crispy fried chicken wings coated in a zesty lemon pepper seasoning. Perfect for parties or game day.
A fun twist on a classic corn dog, coated in crispy french fries and deep-fried to golden perfection. Serve with mustard or ketchup for dipping.
Tender shredded pork shoulder cooked with pineapple in an Instant Pot, served on slider rolls with a tangy red cabbage and pineapple slaw. A sweet and…
A warm ricotta dip with olives and lemon zest, baked until puffed and served with crackers and a simple arugula salad. Perfect for gatherings.
A simple garlic bread made with sourdough baguette, butter, olive oil, Parmesan, and herbs. It's a crowd favorite that can be prepared ahead and frozen.
A playful dessert inspired by the classic cocktail, featuring rum-infused pound cake with blue Curaçao swirls, topped with a rum-brown sugar sauce…
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