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Jicama Guacamole
Jicama gives this guacamole a unique and refreshing crunch – everyone will be trying to guess your secret ingredient!
No-Bake Peanut Butter-Mocha Energy Bars
For a quick pick-me-up in the morning or afternoon, the mixture of peanut butter, chocolate, and coffee in these energy bars takes the cake.
Roasted Buffalo Cauliflower with Herby Avocado Dip
An almond flour coating gives these spicy bites a crispy exterior without the need for bread crumbs. Serve it hot right from the oven for best texture.
Oven-Baked Eggplant Fries
Enjoy these crispy and golden brown “fries” guilt-free!
Baked Polenta Bites with Butternut Squash Bruschetta
These cute and tasty little appetizers are made with pre-cooked polenta, which cuts down your prep time but doesn't scrimp on a rich, delicious flavor.
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Buffalo Ranch Popcorn
When you're in the mood to snack, this spicy crave-worthy popcorn satisfies all the cravings.
Immune-Boosting Snacks For Kids
You can't totally shield your kids from getting colds or the flu, but you can build up their immune systems with nutrient-dense foods. These snacks are so good, they won't even know they're good for them!
Nutty Vegan Cheeseball
This beautiful vegan cheeseball is the ultimate festive appetizer. It is creamy, flavorful and perfect for any dairy-sensitive guests. You can easily make it a few days ahead of time and serve it with crackers or fresh vegetables just as your guests arrive.
Peppered Brie
This fermented cheese recipe takes a little longer, but it's worth the effort. In addition to a mild bite from the aging process, you'll also get beneficial bacteria.
Spicy Pepper-Jack
This cheese alternative is lightly fermented for a more authentic flavor and texture. Experiment with using different nuts. Try almonds, walnuts, or pine nuts for some or all of the macadamia or Brazil nuts. Use more or fewer minced peppers for a milder or more potent cheese.
No-Bake Almond-Oat Energy Bites
If you've ever been let down by homemade granola bars that taste a little too . . . um . . . healthy, give these yummy nuggets a try.
BBQ Mushroom Sliders
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Avocado Chimichurri Bruschetta
Talk about a fusion of world cuisines! Cubes of avocado are folded into chimichurri—an Argentinean sauce made of chopped parsley, cilantro, garlic, vinegar, and oil—to create a Latin variation on bruschetta, a classic Italian starter.
Salt-and-Pepper Puff Pastry Twists
A baking-soda solution helps the salt and pepper stick to these light, crunchy twists, plus gives them a deep-brown color when they’re baked without an egg wash. To give your twists a gourmet flair, make several batches using different salts and peppers.
Charred Tomato, Pepper, and Onion Crostini
This elegant side was designed for indoor cooking, but if you can char the vegetables and brown the bread on a grill, all the better.
Cauliflower Quesadillas with Parsley Salsa Verde
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Perfect Guacamole
The best guacamole keeps it simple: ripe avocados, salt, lime, garlic, onions, chiles, cilantro, and some chopped tomato. Serve it as a dip at your next party or spoon it on top of tacos for an easy dinner upgrade.
Celery Root and Herb Cream with Goat Cheese Appetizer
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Oven-Baked Curly Fries with Seasoned Salt
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Summer Squash, Goat Cheese, and Herb Roulades
Grilling or broiling the squash in this simple antipasto accentuates its nutty flavor.
Rosemary, Porcini, and Truffle Popcorn Recipe
If you think warm buttered popcorn smells good, wait until you get a whiff of truffle oil in the mix.
10 Easy Happy-Hour Appetizers
Who says happy hour is only for bars and restaurants? A small gathering at your place with festive drinks and light nibbles is easy to pull together, and you can always let the party go later if everyone’s still having fun. Here are our favorite super-simple make-at-home noshes.
Bruschetta with Quick-Roasted Beets and Garlic-Wilted Beet Greens
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Holiday Baking: Manchego Cheese Wafers
In the food magazine world, we talk a lot about “recipe development.” I like that “developing” is distinct from “inventing” or “creating.” Case in point: Some impromptu recipe tweaking when I wanted to make Cheddar cheese wafers, a Southern classic I adore but wanted to make a little fancier.
Persimmon–Blue Cheese Quesadilla
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Healthy Late-Night Snacks
Not ready to go to bed and still feel a bit hungry? Try these healthy, easy-to-make snacks!
PB and Pretzel Mix
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Polenta and Eggplant Sandwiches
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Caramelized Onion, Walnut, and Spinach Savory Cake
The leftover onion marmalade used to flavor this recipe can be spread on sliced bread or served with cheese.
Za’atar and Goat Cheese Tartines
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Black-Eyed Pea Cakes and Confetti Corn
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Ploughman’s Platter
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Cornish Pasties
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Spanish Flavors
Bring home a taste of Spain with easy tapas and wine delights
Biscuits & Gravy
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Heirloom Tomato & Sweet Corn Pizzas
This appetizer is a cross between pizza and bruschetta with colorful heirloom tomatoes added just before serving.
Honey-Goat Cheese Phyllo Triangles
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Spanakopita Strudel
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Cherry–Goat Cheese Bruschetta
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Zucchini, Mushroom and Taleggio Tart
Prepared frozen pastry makes quick work of this elegant tart, which can be served warm or at room temperature. Take advantage of fresh farm-stand goat cheese for the filling.
Super-Fast Fondue with Steamed Veggies
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Enlightened Cheese Fondue
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Herbed Cheese and Spinach Puffs
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Pesto Portobellos
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Cheese-Stuffed Love Apples
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Spinach and Artichoke Dip
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Baked Whole Figs with Goat Cheese and Cranberry-Sage Jelly
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Sun-Dried Tomato, Goat Cheese and Artichoke Pizza
The goat cheese does not melt completely, but will flatten and brown slightly.
Breaded Brie
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Southwestern Chile-Cheese Fondue
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Italian Fondue
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Classic Cheese Fondue
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Focaccia with Parmesan and Herbs
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Mushrooms Stuffed with Tomatoes and Olives
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Nachos With Guacamole
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Ginger Crêpes with Roasted Vegetables and Piquant Orange Sauce
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Antipasto Platter
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Marinated Goat Cheese
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Italian Nut Cheese
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Foccacia Finger Sandwiches
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Spinach Pastries (Börek)
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Spring Pea Tarts
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