recipes

This roasted garlic olive oil bread dip is a fantastic, easy appetizer. Perfect for when you need to feed a crowd or need a delicious snack.

This: burrata and steak crostini recipe is the ultimate appetizer. (I would have a whole platter for dinner as well, though).

Whipped ricotta cheese might seem like a fancy restaurant trick, but it's easy to make and can drastically improve so many of your favorite meals. Here's a foolproof method for making the best whipped ricotta; plus, everything you need to know about wielding it to create delicious dinners in a snap.

An epic charcuterie board includes an impressive spread of cured meats and cheeses with fun accoutrements such as roasted nuts, tangy olives and fresh vegetables, which brighten the meal This festive one includes a smooth paté, decadent smoked fish and a homemade whipped ricotta that serves as both a dip and a spread Whipped ricotta is a cinch to make, transforming the grainy, dense cheese into something light and airy

A++ - will make frequently

A delicious condiment and spread you can make any time of the year!

These eggplant fritters may be deep-fried or pan-fried in a skillet. The fritters are made with an egg and a small amount of flour.

Here’s a multipurpose dish that is perfect for spring, but can also highlight other seasons It comes from Dan Kluger at Loring Place in Greenwich Village He made it in winter, studded with squash and mushrooms

These onion rings are extra crispy, prepared with a simple beer batter for that golden exterior, and come with an optional smoky ketchup for dipping!

Cucumber Sandwiches are the perfect refreshing and delicious finger food. They are ready in minutes and can be enjoyed as appetizers or with tea.

Filled with cheesy goodness, these cute bread cup quiches are completely irresistible.

Crispy fried mozzarella is a delectable vegetarian appetizer or snack served with roasted tomato sauce. Any cheese lover's dream!

Like a giant, eggy gougère, this cheese-filled puffy pancake makes an unexpected side dish to roasted meat or fish You could also pair it with a green salad for a simple and elegant first course or light lunch Serve it straight out of the oven, when it's at its puffiest.

This Italian snack is essentially a mozzarella stick in sandwich form: Mozzarella cheese tucked inside plush bread, crusted with bread crumbs (use panko for extra crunch) and fried In parts of Italy, you might also find anchovies, 'nduja or prosciutto in it, or marinara sauce or pesto served alongside for dipping But gooey cheese in every bite

Bricklayer-style beef, or puntas al albañil, made with tender pieces of beef, salty bacon and sometimes chorizo in a chunky fire-roasted salsa, is a beloved taco filling in Mexico Once a common snack available near construction sites in central Mexico, it became popular beyond street food stands, expanding into homes and restaurants over the years Here it’s used as the foundation for nachos, topped with mounds of melted cheese, tangy queso fresco, creamy avocado and crunchy scallions for a hearty, delicious meal.

How do you make mozzarella in carrozza? Here is the traditional recipe along with tips on how to make it without eggs, in the oven and with homemade bread.

Learn how to make Olive Garden Fried Mozzarella Cheese Sticks at home with this easy copycat recipe. Enjoy the best homemade fried cheese.

There’s nothing worth eating in Texas that Lisa Fain can’t teach you to make better in your own kitchen, from perfect, simple carnitas, kolaches, and chicken-fried steak to breakfast ta…

Ultimate spinach artichoke dip! Easy to make oven baked version. It's rich and creamy, perfeclty cheesey, loaded with spinach and artichokes and always a favorite!

If you’re looking for a versatile appetizer that practically everyone loves, this caramelized onion and garlic jam is it. It doesn’t involve a ton of ingredients and it’s likely y…

Classic Gougeres Recipe - Gougeres are savory French cheese puffs made from pate a choux dough with Gruyere cheese. They are perfect bite-size appetizers!

plus directions to make a balsamic reduction: https://downshiftology.com/recipes/balsamic-reduction/

This is my mother's recipe. I have no idea where she got it from, but everyone always raves about it and begs for the recipe. You can use vegetables,

The classic Sicilian pasta sauce of eggplant and tomato makes a hearty topping for summery crostini Traditionally, the alla norma method involves frying eggplant, but this recipe calls for roasting it, which saves time and requires much less oil The eggplant and tomato mixture can be made up to two days in advance, which makes this a great dish for entertaining, since it benefits from some extra time for flavors to develop

Celebrate summer with a quick and easy recipe for corn fritters that can be made with fresh or frozen corn kernels.