How to Make Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs
Make perfect hard-boiled eggs every time with our simple two-step recipe that cooks up to a dozen eggs at once. All you need are eggs, a pan large enough to hold them, and water to cover. Follow our tips for peeling hard-boiled eggs, and then enjoy as a protein-packed snack, or in deviled eggs and egg salad.
Asparagus Gruyere Tart
Especially when made with plump, in-season asparagus, this dish makes for a sophisticated, visually pleasing appetizer.
Spiced Nuts
A perfect spicy snack for the holidays.
Greek Layer Dip
Serve this zesty Mediterranean spin on traditional seven-layer dip with pita chips for a delightful party starter.
Spiced Walnuts
Cayenne pepper gives these slightly sweet walnuts a piquant kick.
Steamed Artichokes with Lemon-Garlic Aioli
Steaming the garlic with the artichokes mellows its flavor in this easy hors d'oeuvre. This recipe is included in Butterflied, Rolled, and Roasted Leg of Lamb.
Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip
For best results, make this dip a day ahead to let the flavors mellow and blend. Serve with toasted pita triangles.
Upside-Down Mushroom Tartlets
Cut these into quarters for pretty yet simple hors d'oeuvres, or serve them with a crunchy green salad for lunch or a light supper.
Roasted Spiced Chickpeas
Craving something crunchy? These spicy roasted chickpeas will give you healthy satisfaction without too much salt or saturated fat.
Baked Chicken Fingers
Michelle McCusker Wolff from Grand Rapids, Michigan won over finicky eaters in her house with these healthier chicken fingers.
Basil Pesto
This simple Italian sauce brings summery flavor to all sorts of dishes, including our Pesto Pizzas and Chicken Fettuccine with Pesto Cream Sauce. Pesto is traditionally made with cheese, but it's just as good without (it freezes better, too).
Low-Country Pickled Shrimp
Pre-dinner nibbles should awaken the appetite without filling you up. These pickled shrimp pay tribute to the rich culinary history of the maritime South. They're bright and fresh, with a piquant heat. Serve them in a bowl with some crostini and aioli on the side, and let guests assemble their own perfect bites.