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Mini Goat Cheese Balls

Add this no-cook appetizer to your next dinner party menu. This fun take on cheese balls will become a new favorite among your friends and family. → Read More

Rosemary-Honey Prosciutto Crisps

This charcuterie board favorite goes for a spin in the oven and turns irresistibly crispy. → Read More

Roasted Red Pepper Dip

This delicious red pepper dip deserves to be on every party platter from here on out. → Read More

Punjabi Cauliflower

Bored of roasted cauliflower? Shake things up and turn those florets into this vibrant cauliflower dish by acclaimed Houston-based chef, Anita Jaisinghani. → Read More

Savory Baked Feta

This simple and captivating appetizer comes from Suzy Karadsheh's debut cookbook, The Mediterranean Dish. → Read More

Plum Cake Recipe

There is more than meets the eye to this pretty plum cake. → Read More

Chicken Tortilla Crunch Salad

This speedy salad is loaded with shortcuts, meaning you can get dinner on the table stat. Rotisserie chicken and tortilla chips make this salad easy and delicious. → Read More

BLT Salad Recipe

Is there anything better than a classic BLT sandwich? Maybe this bacon, lettuce, and tomato salad recipe? When you want a fresh meal that's super satisfying, this salad does the trick. → Read More

Sweet Chili Salmon Salad

A supermarket shortcut is the unexpected and secret ingredient in this flavorful Sweet Chili Salmon Salad. → Read More

Honey-Paprika Walnuts

If walnuts aren't your go-to snack yet, they should be. → Read More

Shortcut Palmiers Recipe

Make this simple, crispy pastry at home with the help of one supermarket shortcut. → Read More

Sautéed Hard-Boiled Egg Breakfast

Start your day strong with a breakfast that is sure to give you sustained energy through the morning. → Read More

Many-Cheese Cheese Ball Recipe

Party guests will be all smiles digging into this festive cheese ball. → Read More

Garlic and Parsley Shoestring Fries

Frozen shoestring fries get an upgrade in this simple recipe. → Read More

Cornbread Sausage Dressing

Some people call it stuffing, some call it dressing. Either way, whether you're hosting, heading to a Thanksgiving potluck, or it's a year of Friendsgivings, this is the make-ahead side dish you need. → Read More

Brussels Sprouts Salad

This is the kind of salad to commit to memory as it it is guaranteed to make entertaining a breeze. → Read More

5 Ways to Cook Perfectly Crispy—or Chewy—Bacon

Our test kitchen shares the easiest, tastiest, and tidiest methods for cooking perfectly crispy—or chewy—bacon. Including the best way to cook bacon for a crowd. → Read More

Green Bean Salad with Crispy Bread Crumbs

Double down on flavor in this fresh and delicious green bean side dish. → Read More

Caramelized Shallot Dip

Regular onions are switched out for caramelized onions in this delicious twist on the classic dip. → Read More

The (Only) 2 Types of Salt Every Home Cook Needs

While there are many varieties of salt available, most home cooks only need two types of salt on hand. Food director Jenna Helwig shares the must-have salts for every kitchen, and how best to use them. → Read More