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Category: Appetizers

Strawberry Brie Cups

June 25, 2026June 14, 2026 Frank

serves 15 2 1/2 oz Brie, rind removed 15 frozen mini phyllo pastry shells (from one 1.9-oz. pkg., such as Athens brand) 1 1/2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar 1 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (3 oz.), hulled Read More …

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Chili Crunch Queso

May 29, 2026May 22, 2026 Frank

serves 15 – 20 10 ounces evaporated milk 8 ounces sharp white Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 pound white American cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 4 ounces diced green chiles 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher Read More …

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Copycat Olive Garden Breadsticks

May 28, 2026May 22, 2026 Frank

serves 20 1 (25-ounce) package Parkerhouse Roll Dough (such as Bridgford), thawed 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll each dough piece into an 8-inch stick, and place on Read More …

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Christmas Cheese Ball

December 22, 2025December 20, 2025 Frank

serves 6 8 ounces cream cheese , softened at room temperature 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese 4 strips thick-cut bacon , cooked and crumbled 2 green onions , sliced 3 tablespoons chopped pecans 3 tablespoons Read More …

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Deviled Eggs with Pecans

December 18, 2025December 15, 2025 Frank

makes 12 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled 1/3 cup pecan meal (see Note) Dash each of garlic powder and onion powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Hot sauce, to taste 1 tablespoon dill pickle relish 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish 2 teaspoons yellow Read More …

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Swedish Meatballs

December 15, 2025 Frank

serves 24 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon minced onion 1/3 cup fine dry bread crumbs 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup half-and-half 3/4 pound ground beef 3/4 pound ground pork 2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/3 teaspoon white Read More …

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Zucchini, Corn, and Shrimp Flatbread

November 2, 2025May 6, 2026 Frank

serves 4 1 (8-ounce) container mascarpone cheese 1 garlic clove, grated with a Microplane grater (1/4 teaspoon) 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided 3 medium (8-ounce) zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick planks 2 (8-ounce) ears fresh yellow corn, husks removed 1/4 Read More …

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Hummus Heaped with Tomatoes and Cucumbers

October 30, 2025October 25, 2025 Frank

serves 4 4 large pitas, toasted, cut into wedges 2 cups prepared hummus (from this recipe, your favorite recipe, or your favorite brand) Olive oil 1 1/2 cups (8 ounces or 225 grams) cherry tomatoes, chopped small, plus more to Read More …

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Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

August 25, 2025August 19, 2025 Frank

serves 4 3/4 cup (about 3 1/4 ounce) all-purpose flour 2 large eggs 3/4 cup panko (Japanese-style breadcrumbs) 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 2 teaspoons granulated sugar 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 pound medium peeled, deveined raw shrimp, tail-on Cooking Read More …

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Grilled Shrimp Cocktail with Fresh Tomato Cocktail Sauce

August 19, 2025 Frank

serves 6 1 1/2 pounds large peeled, deveined raw shrimp, tail-on 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 1/2 tablespoons grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh juice (from 2 lemons), divided 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for Read More …

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Carciofi alla Giudia (Fried Artichokes)

August 7, 2025 Frank

serves 4 4 lemons Rice bran oil or neutral cooking oil (such as canola, grapeseed, or vegetable oil) 4 large globe artichokes (10- to 12-oz. each) 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 4 ounces Pecorino Romano cheese, grated (about 1 cup) Lemon Read More …

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Grilled Shrimp Cocktail

June 21, 2025June 25, 2025 Frank

Makes enough to dip three pounds of big shrimp 1 cup ketchup 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon ancho or other mild chili powder Pinch cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon juice from 1 Read More …

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Broiled Eggplant with Capers and Mint

May 8, 2025 Frank

Makes 4 appetizer-size portions 1 pound thin Italian or Asian eggplants (2 to 3), cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar 1/4 cup chopped mint 2 tablespoons small capers, rinsed Preheat broiler. Arrange Read More …

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Air Fryer Vegan Buffalo Tofu Bites

May 3, 2025May 25, 2026 Frank

Buffalo tofu in the air fryer, breaded and air-fried then tossed in Buffalo sauce. Make these spicy vegan wing bites without oil. Freezing the tofu gives it a chewy texture that makes this snack just that much better. Serve with Read More …

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Caponata

April 23, 2025 Frank

Enough olive oil to deep fry 2 pound eggplant, cut into 1″ cubes 1 large yellow or sweet-variety onion, chopped medium-small 1 to 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons tomato Read More …

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Roasted Eggplant with Ricotta and Mint

April 15, 2025 Frank

This is like eggplant bruschetta, except the eggplant is the bruschetta, topped with a Mediterranean summer salsa of a salad. Feta is a great alternative to ricotta salata. If you’re put off by the sharpness of fresh onion, pour the Read More …

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Zucchini-Parmesan Cheese Fritters

April 11, 2025 Frank

serves 10 3 large zucchini, finely grated 1/2 teaspoon salt Batter: 1 large egg 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon salt ground black pepper to taste oil for frying Toppings: 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or Read More …

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Tomato Bread, Pa amb Tomàquet or Pan con Tomate

April 7, 2025 Frank

Servings: 4 2 6-inch lengths baguette or ciabatta, cut open the long way 1 whole garlic clove, peeled 1 large (12 ounces is ideal) tomato, quartered or a few campari (golf-ball sized) tomatoes, halved A couple tablespoons olive oil Flaky Read More …

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Pop Century Twinkie Tiramisu

December 9, 2024December 11, 2024 Frank</