Part hush puppy, part fritter, and lovely through and through, these little blobs of cornmeal batter and summer squash blossom like sunflowers as they fry.
A Trio of Deviled Eggs
Apr 18, 2011 by
Lovely. That’s all we can think to say of this array of deviled eggs, which come in classic, smoked salmon, and lightly truffled. Our favorite? Nope, we’re not going there.
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- 10 M
- 40 M
- 5
Herbed Ricotta Dip with Vegetables
Apr 18, 2011 by
True story: This luscious little number inspired one toddler to dip and dunk his way through an entire bag of baby carrots. An entire bag. Behold, the power of the dipper!
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- 20 M
- 20 M
- 6
Semolina Gnocchi | Gnocchi di Semola
Apr 06, 2011 by
This sexy, simple gnocchi is all Roman La Dolce Vita, made with semolina flour and not potato. See for yourself how seductive it can be.
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- 30 M
- 1 H, 15 M
- 33
Hard-Boiled Eggs
Mar 20, 2011 by
As simple as making hard-boiled eggs may seem, it can be tricky to pull off perfectly…but not when you rely on this foolproof method from Heidi Swanson.
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- 5 M
- 15 M
- 6
Chicken Wings with Garlic and Paprika | Pollo al Ajillo
Jan 30, 2011 by
No need to wait for a big game to make these Spanish-inflected, finger-lickingly outstanding chicken wings. Trust us.
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- 30 M
- 2 H, 30 M
- 6
Goat Cheese with Honey
Dec 29, 2010 by
This little ditty is simplicity itself. Drizzle fresh, creamy goat cheese with a little honey and behold the loveliness of sweet, sweet synergy.
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- 5 M
- 5 M
- 2
Herb-Marinated Olives
Dec 29, 2010 by
Those requisite olives that you plonk on the coffee table before company comes just got more respectable–but no more troublesome. Of course, no one else needs to know that last part…
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- 5 M
- 5 M
- 5
Arlington Chicken Liver Pâté
Dec 29, 2010 by
Larded with bacon, freckled with hints of fresh parsley and cilantro, and left pleasingly, old-fashionedly chunky, this country-style pâté redefines refined.
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- 20 M
- 40 M
- 3
Seared Foie Gras with a Chardonnay-Grapefruit Reduction
Dec 27, 2010 by
A little late-harvest Chardonnay lends balance and elegance to this already luxe foie gras number. Best reserved for when you truly, madly, deeply love your guests.
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- 45 M
- 45 M
- 0
Pistachio-Orange Cocktail Cookies
Nov 16, 2010 by
These savory-sweet cocktail cookies are simple to make yet pack a wallop of flavor. Set them out as a pre-dinner nibble when you want something fetching.
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- 35 M
- 1 H, 25 M
- 5
Romesco Sauce
Nov 10, 2010 by
Some consider this Catalan classic to be the great Spanish acquisition, considering how it’s so very versatile, vegetarian, and vegan.
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- 20 M
- 20 M
- 17
Torn Figs and Burrata Cheese
Oct 15, 2010 by
This little moment of lusciousness takes all of minutes to toss together. Just tear the figs, rip the cheese, and drizzle with oil. Badda bing.
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- 20 M
- 35 M
- 5
Svelte Green Goddess Dip
Sep 20, 2010 by
This evocatively named dip isn’t the same as the one of yore. It’s got the same sumptuous taste, the same creamy texture, the same luminous color, just not the same calorie count.
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- 15 M
- 15 M
- 21
Salami and Cheese Tapa | Tapa de Salami y Queso
Jul 11, 2010 by
Simple, simple, simple. Salami, Manchego, and chewy, crusty country bread.
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- 15 M
- 15 M
- 8
Mexican Mojito
May 05, 2010 by
Inspired by its Cuban cousin, this Mexican mojito (of sorts is sexy and suave thanks to a smooooooth tequila.
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- 5 M
- 5 M
- 3
Scrummy Warm Arugula Salad
Apr 29, 2010 by
For this warm arugula salad, caramelized red onions, pancetta, and pine nuts are drizzled with balsamic vinegar and tossed with cool arugula. Marvelous.
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- 20 M
- 20 M
- 5
Ham and Potatoes Sarladaise
Apr 09, 2010 by
A classic that typically draws on duck confit, this froufrou French casserole is very nearly as sublime when used to disguise leftover holiday ham.
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- 30 M
- 1 H, 30 M
- 4
Parmesan and Gruyère Cheese Soufflé
Apr 06, 2010 by
Airy and oh so rich, these stunning souffles take stiffly beaten eggs, Parmesan, and Gruyère to lofty new heights.
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- 15 M
- 45 M
- 3
Pecorino and Bean Salad
Apr 05, 2010 by
This Pecorino and bean salad is a classic dish you’ll find in Italy. It’s so easy to throw together and more impressive than the usual mixed green salad.
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- 25 M
- 25 M
- 1