Potato and Carrot Pancakes with Curry Sauce
Potato and Carrot Pancakes with Curry Sauce
Recipe
Carrots bring an earthy sweetness to these crispy, latke-like pancakes. To reheat, place on a baking sheet, and heat in a 325° oven until warmed through.
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Southwestern-Style Meatballs
Southwestern-Style Meatballs
Recipe
These meatballs are made with onion, minced garlic, corn tortilla, egg, ground sirloin, and chipotle chile.
Pulled Pork Barbecue Nachos
Pulled Pork Barbecue Nachos
Recipe
Brighten up a warm summer evening with these colorful, layered nachos made with our famous pulled pork.
Brighten up a warm summer evening with these colorful, layered nachos made with our famous pulled pork.
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Tomato, Watermelon, and Feta Skewers with Mint and Lime
Tomato, Watermelon, and Feta Skewers with Mint and Lime
Recipe
No time for skewers? Gently toss the ingredients in a salad bowl, or dice the tomato, watermelon, and cheese into small cubes to serve as a fresh relish for grilled meats.
No time for skewers? Gently toss the ingredients in a salad bowl, or dice the tomato, watermelon, and cheese into small cubes to serve as a fresh relish for grilled meats.
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Sweet Pea and Avocado Dip with Baked Pita Chips
Sweet Pea and Avocado Dip with Baked Pita Chips
Recipe
Incorporating green peas into this tasty summer snack not only reduces the amount of fat but also adds sweetness and further brightens the green color.
Incorporating green peas into this tasty summer snack not only reduces the amount of fat but also adds sweetness and further brightens the green color.
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Cornmeal Thumbprint Cookies with Tomato Jam
Cornmeal Thumbprint Cookies with Tomato Jam
Recipe
This clever take on beloved thumbprint cookies is sweet and savory. Refrigerated dough keeps for days, and the baked cookies freeze well.
This clever take on beloved thumbprint cookies is sweet and savory. Refrigerated dough keeps for days, and the baked cookies freeze well.
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Chile-Lime Watermelon Wedges
Chile-Lime Watermelon Wedges
Recipe
Covering all the summer flavor bases, Chile-Lime Watermelon Wedges are spicy, sweet, tangy, and super juicy!
Covering all the summer flavor bases, Chile-Lime Watermelon Wedges are spicy, sweet, tangy, and super juicy!
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Lobster Roll Cones
Lobster Roll Cones
Recipe
The perfect remaking of the traditional lobster roll, these toasted cones will be the star of your next luncheon or dinner party.
The perfect remaking of the traditional lobster roll, these toasted cones will be the star of your next luncheon or dinner party.
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Smoky Red Pepper Dip with Grilled Crudités
Smoky Red Pepper Dip with Grilled Crudités
Recipe
Step aside, boring crudités--enter deliciously crunchy, lightly charred fennel and broccoli paired with grilled bread and juicy tomatoes.
Step aside, boring crudités--enter deliciously crunchy, lightly charred fennel and broccoli paired with grilled bread and juicy tomatoes.
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Yogurt Cheese with Roasted Beets and Feta
Yogurt Cheese with Roasted Beets and Feta
Recipe
This ultra-creamy, Middle Eastern–style appetizer dip created by cookbook author Janet Fletcher is also excellent with raw cucumbers. If you make your own yogurt cheese, you'll need to start it 24 hours ahead of making this dish.
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Chilled Sweet Pea Soup with Mint and Cream
Chilled Sweet Pea Soup with Mint and Cream
Recipe
We love this bright, minty soup because it adds a pop of spring color to the buffet. Make it up to 48 hours ahead of time.
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Creamy Basil-Black Pepper Cucumbers
Creamy Basil-Black Pepper Cucumbers
Recipe
Greek yogurt creates a creamy finish with these sliced cucumbers, which are perfect with a salad or simply by themselves.
Greek yogurt creates a creamy finish with these sliced cucumbers, which are perfect with a salad or simply by themselves.
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Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers
Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers
Recipe
Keep entertaining simple with this 4-ingredient appetizer featuring fresh melon, prosciutto, and fresh mozzarella balls.
Keep entertaining simple with this 4-ingredient appetizer featuring fresh melon, prosciutto, and fresh mozzarella balls.
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Baked Egg Rolls
Baked Egg Rolls
Recipe
These egg rolls are great for appetizers, alongside Asian cuisine, or just as a hearty afternoon snack.
These egg rolls are great for appetizers, alongside Asian cuisine, or just as a hearty afternoon snack.
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Stuffed Peppers with Chèvre, Pecans, and Golden Raisins
Stuffed Peppers with Chèvre, Pecans, and Golden Raisins
Recipe
"Both sides of my family--the Greeks and the Southerners--love stuffed peppers."
"Both sides of my family--the Greeks and the Southerners--love stuffed peppers."
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Blackberry-Brie Pizzettas
Blackberry-Brie Pizzettas Recipe
At happy hour, pair these appetizer-size pizzas with a chilly glass of rosé. For an entrée, simply roll dough into larger rounds.
At happy hour, pair these appetizer-size pizzas with a chilly glass of rosé. For an entrée, simply roll dough into larger rounds.
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Cucumbers with Ginger, Rice Vinegar, and Mint
Cucumbers with Ginger, Rice Vinegar, and Mint
Recipe
This refreshing dish features cucumber and mint to keep you cool on those hot summer days.
This refreshing dish features cucumber and mint to keep you cool on those hot summer days.
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Grilled Okra
Prosciutto-Wrapped Grilled Okra
Recipe
A sweet-tangy balsamic glaze makes this summertime appetizer irresistible. Using two skewers for the wrapped okra makes it easier to flip on the grill.
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Cucumber-Tomato Skewers with Dilly Sauce
Cucumber-Tomato Skewers with Dilly Sauce
Recipe
English or Kirby cucumbers have few seeds and a thin peel. You could also add pieces of fresh bell pepper to the skewers.
English or Kirby cucumbers have few seeds and a thin peel. You could also add pieces of fresh bell pepper to the skewers.
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Pan-Fried Beef and Scallion Dumplings
Pan-Fried Beef and Scallion Dumplings
Recipe
These easy beef dumplings are an excellent use for extra-lean ground beef, and are great served as an appetizer or as a simple entree alongside a couple of vegetable sides
These easy beef dumplings are an excellent use for extra-lean ground beef, and are great served as an appetizer or as a simple entree alongside a couple of vegetable sides
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Seared Halloumi with Cucumbers, Apricots, and Honey
Seared Halloumi with Cucumbers, Apricots, and Honey
Recipe
The key to this multi-textured meze plate is halloumi, a salty Cyprus grilling cheese, that works wonderfully with ripe figs, summer melon, and all manner of stone fruits.
The key to this multi-textured meze plate is halloumi, a salty Cyprus grilling cheese, that works wonderfully with ripe figs, summer melon, and all manner of stone fruits.
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Lobster and Corn Quesadillas
Lobster and Corn Quesadillas
Recipe
Inspired by a simple, classic lobster and corn chowder, these decadent Maine lobster quesadillas can be served family-style as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, or plated with a simple green salad for an exceptional meal. Filled with delicate sweetness and savory richness, this high-low dish is sure to be a dinner party hit.
Inspired by a simple, classic lobster and corn chowder, these decadent Maine lobster quesadillas can be served family-style as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, or plated with a simple green salad for an exceptional meal. Filled with delicate sweetness and savory richness, this high-low dish is sure to be a dinner party hit.
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Fried Buffalo Oysters
Fried Buffalo Oysters
Recipe
Selects are rather large shucked oysters—which makes them the perfect size for battering and deep-frying. A unique twist on the tangy buffalo wing, fried oysters are crispy on the outside and meltingly rich and creamy on the inside. These fiery bites are a bit spicy, so it’s best to have a side of cool ranch or blue cheese and trimmed celery sticks nearby. Serve at your next tailgate party for the ultimate crunchy starter.
Selects are rather large shucked oysters—which makes them the perfect size for battering and deep-frying. A unique twist on the tangy buffalo wing, fried oysters are crispy on the outside and meltingly rich and creamy on the inside. These fiery bites are a bit spicy, so it’s best to have a side of cool ranch or blue cheese and trimmed celery sticks nearby. Serve at your next tailgate party for the ultimate crunchy starter.
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Slow-Cooker Beef Nachos
Slow-Cooker Beef Nachos Recipe
From the Kitchen of Julie Hutson, Callahan, Florida. "This is surprisingly yummy to have such simple ingredients."
From the Kitchen of Julie Hutson, Callahan, Florida. "This is surprisingly yummy to have such simple ingredients."
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Fennel-Tomato Tart
Fennel-Tomato Tart Recipe
Here, the cheese dough becomes a savory crust for caramelized fennel and tangy tomatoes.
Here, the cheese dough becomes a savory crust for caramelized fennel and tangy tomatoes.
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Rainbow Tomato Bruschetta
Rainbow Tomato Bruschetta Recipe
Linda Wisner of Portland, Oregon uses a mix of heirloom tomato varieties from her garden; heirlooms are available in many farmers' markets. Toast the baguette slices up to 1 day ahead; cool, wrap airtight, and store at room temperature. Prepare tomatoes up to 1 hour ahead; cover and let stand at room temperature.
Linda Wisner of Portland, Oregon uses a mix of heirloom tomato varieties from her garden; heirlooms are available in many farmers' markets. Toast the baguette slices up to 1 day ahead; cool, wrap airtight, and store at room temperature. Prepare tomatoes up to 1 hour ahead; cover and let stand at room temperature.
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Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey
Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey
Recipe
In addition to being a delicious appetizer that feels special, these Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey make for extra awesome croutons on salads and as "meat" balls for vegetarian pasta dishes.
In addition to being a delicious appetizer that feels special, these Goat Cheese Poppers with Honey make for extra awesome croutons on salads and as "meat" balls for vegetarian pasta dishes.
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Mini Corn Cakes with Smoked Salmon and Dill Crème Fraîche
Mini Corn Cakes with Smoked Salmon and Dill Crème Fraîche Recipe
Make these in the morning, and top with salmon and crème fraîche just before your guests arrive. Tight on time? Use store-bought blini instead.
Make these in the morning, and top with salmon and crème fraîche just before your guests arrive. Tight on time? Use store-bought blini instead.
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Muffin Pan Tomato Tarts
Muffin Pan Tomato Tarts
Recipe
Our new twist on the classic summer pie starts with puff pastry sheets.
Our new twist on the classic summer pie starts with puff pastry sheets.
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Strawberry Bruschetta
Strawberry Bruschetta Recipe
Usher in the warm days of spring and summer with Strawberry Bruschetta. This refreshing mixture of nectarine, grape tomatoes, strawberries, and basil are served over baguette slices with slatherings of goat cheese.
Usher in the warm days of spring and summer with Strawberry Bruschetta. This refreshing mixture of nectarine, grape tomatoes, strawberries, and basil are served over baguette slices with slatherings of goat cheese.
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Pesto and Corn Crostini
Pesto and Corn Crostini
Recipe
For a summertime spin on a classic crostini, add some fresh summer produce to your toast. Use fresh basil from your garden to whip up a delicious pesto, and top with fresh corn kernels, sugar, and salt.
For a summertime spin on a classic crostini, add some fresh summer produce to your toast. Use fresh basil from your garden to whip up a delicious pesto, and top with fresh corn kernels, sugar, and salt.
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Candied Pancetta Stacks
Candied Pancetta Stacks
Recipe
Here's a fresh take on caprese that invites a meaty, umami burst from pancetta. Serve as an appetizer or dessert (think cheese-and-charcuterie board reinvented) at your next summer soiree for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Here's a fresh take on caprese that invites a meaty, umami burst from pancetta. Serve as an appetizer or dessert (think cheese-and-charcuterie board reinvented) at your next summer soiree for a crowd-pleasing treat.
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Watermelon-Shellfish Ceviche
Watermelon-Shellfish Ceviche
Recipe
Ceviche is a popular Latin American dish that involves marinating chopped raw fish in fresh citrus juice, fresh herbs, and various spices. After a few hours of resting, the acid in the marinade actually "cooks" the fish in a sense. That said, using the freshest seafood you can find is a must for ceviche; in this preparation, the freshest seafood will also be the tastiest. Juicy-sweet summer watermelon and sliced oranges bring an additional level of refreshing brightness to this take on ceviche, featuring shrimp and scallops. The fruit also helps balance the spicy kick delivered by fresh jalapeño.
Ceviche is a popular Latin American dish that involves marinating chopped raw fish in fresh citrus juice, fresh herbs, and various spices. After a few hours of resting, the acid in the marinade actually "cooks" the fish in a sense. That said, using the freshest seafood you can find is a must for ceviche; in this preparation, the freshest seafood will also be the tastiest. Juicy-sweet summer watermelon and sliced oranges bring an additional level of refreshing brightness to this take on ceviche, featuring shrimp and scallops. The fruit also helps balance the spicy kick delivered by fresh jalapeño.
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Late-Summer Vegetables with Aioli
Late-Summer Vegetables with Aioli Recipe
Make use of summer's bounty of vegetables with this stunning salad. Designed to focus on the colors, textures, and flavors of late summer produce, this dish combines raw and cooked veggies for variety.
Make use of summer's bounty of vegetables with this stunning salad. Designed to focus on the colors, textures, and flavors of late summer produce, this dish combines raw and cooked veggies for variety.
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Roasted Roma Tomatoes on Toast
Roasted Roma Tomatoes on Toast
Recipe
Roasting, an easy technique, leaves tomatoes juicy while intensifying their flavor. Add lemon cheese and place atop olive-oil toast for an elegant starter.
Roasting, an easy technique, leaves tomatoes juicy while intensifying their flavor. Add lemon cheese and place atop olive-oil toast for an elegant starter.
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Roasted Tricolored Peppers and Goat Cheese
Roasted Tricolored Peppers and Goat Cheese Recipe
When making this height-of-summer appetizer, reader Elizabeth Sfatcu suggests roasting extra peppers and saving them in the freezer. "They come in handy for a quick salad," she says. "I'm happy I can skip the roasting and peeling part the second time."
When making this height-of-summer appetizer, reader Elizabeth Sfatcu suggests roasting extra peppers and saving them in the freezer. "They come in handy for a quick salad," she says. "I'm happy I can skip the roasting and peeling part the second time."
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Grilled Okra and Tomato Skewers
Grilled Okra and Tomato Skewers
Recipe
Feature two summer produce stars—fresh okra and tomatoes—together in this colorful grilled appetizer. This is a great appetizer for entertaining because you can assemble the skewers the night before and brush the oil mixture on just before grilling.
Feature two summer produce stars—fresh okra and tomatoes—together in this colorful grilled appetizer. This is a great appetizer for entertaining because you can assemble the skewers the night before and brush the oil mixture on just before grilling.
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Grilled Stuffed Jalapeños
Grilled Stuffed Jalapeños
Recipe
The rich and creamy combination of bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar is a nice foil for the muted spice of grilled jalapeño peppers. This recipe is a healthy, fresh alternative to the popular breaded and fried version.
The rich and creamy combination of bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar is a nice foil for the muted spice of grilled jalapeño peppers. This recipe is a healthy, fresh alternative to the popular breaded and fried version.
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Summer Fruit Salad
Summer Fruit Salad
Recipe
Turn fruit salad into a first course appetizer by combining fresh fruit with avocado, cilantro and arugula, and serving in small glasses or cups as a portable salad.
Turn fruit salad into a first course appetizer by combining fresh fruit with avocado, cilantro and arugula, and serving in small glasses or cups as a portable salad.
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Peach and Prosciutto Canapés
Peach and Prosciutto Canapés
Recipe
The elegance of this easy appetizer belies its simplicity. Make-ahead tip: Toast the baguette slices and combine the cheese mixture well in advance, but assemble just before company arrives for the best results; it will all come together in a flash.
The elegance of this easy appetizer belies its simplicity. Make-ahead tip: Toast the baguette slices and combine the cheese mixture well in advance, but assemble just before company arrives for the best results; it will all come together in a flash.
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Eggplant Crostini
Eggplant Crostini
Recipe
Top toasted baguette slices with fresh grilled and chopped eggplant, arugula, tomato and fresh mint for a fresh-from-the-garden appetizer.
Top toasted baguette slices with fresh grilled and chopped eggplant, arugula, tomato and fresh mint for a fresh-from-the-garden appetizer.
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Pickled Grapes With Rosemary and Chiles
Pickled Grapes With Rosemary and Chiles
Recipe
Add these gorgeous spicy-tart grapes to an antipasto platter or cheese plate or stir them into a summer salad. Prep is only 10 minutes and the “pickling” happens in the refrigerator in just a few hours.
Add these gorgeous spicy-tart grapes to an antipasto platter or cheese plate or stir them into a summer salad. Prep is only 10 minutes and the “pickling” happens in the refrigerator in just a few hours.
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Fire-Seared Antipasto Platter
Fire-Seared Antipasto Platter
Recipe
Arrange garden-fresh grilled veggies—eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, and onion—on a platter alongside an assortment of thinly sliced cheese and meats for an easy, colorful appetizer tray.
Arrange garden-fresh grilled veggies—eggplant, bell peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, and onion—on a platter alongside an assortment of thinly sliced cheese and meats for an easy, colorful appetizer tray.
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Shrimp-and-Blue Cheese Spread
Shrimp-and-Blue Cheese Spread
Recipe
Make a creamy dip by adding a mixture of blue cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and cream cheese to chopped fresh shrimp. Serve with an assortment of fresh veggies and baguette slices.
Make a creamy dip by adding a mixture of blue cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and cream cheese to chopped fresh shrimp. Serve with an assortment of fresh veggies and baguette slices.
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Roasted Corn Salsa
Roasted Corn Salsa
Recipe
Fresh corn, tomatoes, onions, and parsley are tossed with a sweet-hot vinaigrette to make this favorite summertime salsa. Pair with tortilla chips for a colorful appetizer or serve alongside grilled burgers, chicken, or ribs.
Fresh corn, tomatoes, onions, and parsley are tossed with a sweet-hot vinaigrette to make this favorite summertime salsa. Pair with tortilla chips for a colorful appetizer or serve alongside grilled burgers, chicken, or ribs.
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Asian Slaw with Egg Roll Crackers
Asian Slaw with Egg Roll Crackers Recipe
A gorgeous presentation of shredded crunchy veggies makes for one special summer appetizer. Crisped egg roll wrappers form the base for this Asian slaw.
A gorgeous presentation of shredded crunchy veggies makes for one special summer appetizer. Crisped egg roll wrappers form the base for this Asian slaw.
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Corn and Sun-Dried Tomato Quesadilla with Smoked Mozzarella
Corn and Sun-Dried Tomato Quesadilla with Smoked Mozzarella
Recipe
These richly flavored quesadillas are a tasty twist on the Mexican favorite. Though delicious when served by themselves, try them on top of a tossed salad, as shown here.
These richly flavored quesadillas are a tasty twist on the Mexican favorite. Though delicious when served by themselves, try them on top of a tossed salad, as shown here.
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Chunky Tomato-Fruit Gazpacho
Chunky Tomato-Fruit Gazpacho
Recipe
This delicious, chunky gazpacho features chopped tomatoes, honeydew melon, cantaloupe, mango, cucumber, and nectarines. It’s a light and flavorful starter for heavier summertime meals, like grilled steak or chicken.
This delicious, chunky gazpacho features chopped tomatoes, honeydew melon, cantaloupe, mango, cucumber, and nectarines. It’s a light and flavorful starter for heavier summertime meals, like grilled steak or chicken.
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Stuffed Squash Blossom Bruschetta
Stuffed Squash Blossom Bruschetta
Recipe
You'll find squash blossoms, which have a subtle squash flavor, from late spring to early fall at gourmet grocery stores, farmers' markets, or Latin food markets. Here, we've served them as an appetizer atop grilled bread.
You'll find squash blossoms, which have a subtle squash flavor, from late spring to early fall at gourmet grocery stores, farmers' markets, or Latin food markets. Here, we've served them as an appetizer atop grilled bread.
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Lemon-Macerated Okra and Olives
Lemon-Macerated Okra and Olives
Recipe
Instead of filling up dinner guests on peanuts or pretzels, try this colorful blend of okra, olives, and garlic, seasoned with lemon juice, olive oil, and herbs. Serve alongside a selection of bread, cheese, artichokes, and chilled shrimp or cold cuts for an antipasto platter.
Instead of filling up dinner guests on peanuts or pretzels, try this colorful blend of okra, olives, and garlic, seasoned with lemon juice, olive oil, and herbs. Serve alongside a selection of bread, cheese, artichokes, and chilled shrimp or cold cuts for an antipasto platter.
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Marinated Tomatoes with Basil and Balsamic Vinegar
Marinated Tomatoes with Basil and Balsamic Vinegar
Recipe
Marinating the tomatoes gives them a tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the onion topping. For a heartier version, serve tomatoes on top of sliced French bread and garnish with Parmesan cheese curls.
Marinating the tomatoes gives them a tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with the onion topping. For a heartier version, serve tomatoes on top of sliced French bread and garnish with Parmesan cheese curls.
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Fresh Corn Blinis with Smoked Salmon and Chive Cream
Fresh Corn Blinis with Smoked Salmon and Chive Cream
Recipe
Traditional blinis consist of flour pancakes topped with sour cream and caviar, but our version features sweet corn pancakes topped with cold-smoked salmon and homemade chive cream. These easy apps are a great way to use up extra corn-on-the-cob you might have picked up at the market.
Traditional blinis consist of flour pancakes topped with sour cream and caviar, but our version features sweet corn pancakes topped with cold-smoked salmon and homemade chive cream. These easy apps are a great way to use up extra corn-on-the-cob you might have picked up at the market.
