When summer is in full swing and corn is in season, use those sweet kernels of goodness in as many ways as you can. While corn is usually eaten as a side dish, this warm, creamy dip with a walnut cream base proves that it’s also right at home as an appetizer or happy hour snack. Just stir a few ingredients together, bake until bubbly, and serve with a colorful array of dippers.A lot of creamy dips rely on cream cheese or sour cream for richness, but that often makes them too rich.

Creative Studio

Jun 2, 2022

Tortilla Chip Chili Pie Turns a Bag of Chips into a Party

It's like a super-sized Frito pie!

Chadwick Boyd

May 20, 2022

Recipe: Chicken Liver Pâté with Sage, Apple and Thyme

With the approach of the holiday party season, I am always on the lookout for make-ahead appetizers that are a little different from the usual spread of cheeses, meats and crudite. Chicken liver pâté doesn’t enjoy the popularity it had when Julia Child was queen, but this elegant yet economical hors d’oeuvre is due for a comeback.

Anjali Prasertong

May 17, 2022

Recipe: Quick No-Rise Pizza Dough

My future mother-in-law is allergic to yeast. I’m talking full-on, debilitating allergic, which totally sucks, because before she developed the allergy she really, really liked bread. And being a huge space cadet, I am always shoving a new yeast-laden recipe I developed into her face (yes, even Irish car bomb cupcakes are guilty, too), which she always so gracefully declines, while I stand there wanting to smack myself for forgetting for the umpteeth time.

Nealey Dozier

May 17, 2022

Not Your Mother’s Cheese Ball: 5 Fresh Recipes for Autumn Entertaining

Cheese balls have a bad reputation, probably because they often look (and taste) like they belong in the pages of a faded food magazine from the 1970s. But with the right ingredients and some updated styling, these make-ahead party appetizers can be a modern twist on the usual cheese plate.These five recipes dress up cheese with nuts, herbs, olives and even fruit, mixing in or layering the additions for a pretty effect.

Anjali Prasertong

May 13, 2022

Weekend Snack: Radish Toast

The advent of spring sends me straight for this tea time snack. Radish toasts are easy to throw together for one person or assemble en masse for the most fancy of weekend gatherings. Radishes, nice butter, quality flake salt, snips of fresh parsley and a just-baked ficelle, life doesn’t get much better. Have you tried this wonderful pairing of delicate flavors and textures?

Leela Cyd

May 13, 2022

Recipe: Peach & Prosciutto Bruschetta

I stopped by my local market to pick up some salad greens for dinner, and I returned home with a pile of fresh Georgia peaches instead! They were quite a pleasant surprise to find at the store, since I’m not used to seeing decent ones until mid to late June. This called for a recipe to kick off the peach season.Southern peaches should start popping up everywhere due the unseasonably warm winter we experienced this year.

Nealey Dozier

May 12, 2022

Helpful Tip: Bake Up Some Sweet Potatoes!

If you’re like me, you’re always looking for a quick but filling and nutritious meal on a busy day. One thing I’ve learned to do is to tuck a few sweet potatoes into the oven whenever I’m baking something. That way, I have a head start on a delicious, nutritious meal, ready to go whenever I’m hungry but pressed for time. Read on for several suggestions for how to use a baked sweet potato.

Dana Velden

May 12, 2022

Easy Appetizer: Goat Cheese with Parsley and Lemon

Since Nora has let us all know that spring is high time for goat cheese, we thought we’d share a quick appetizer that frequently shows up at our dinner parties…Goat cheese pairs so well with sweet and savory things. We’ve served it drizzled with honey and on toast rounds with olive tapenade. This dish is more subtle, but we love the green and yellow flecks. Plus, it’s a great way to use some herbs you’ve been growing.

Elizabeth Passarella

May 12, 2022

2-Ingredient Cheesy Phyllo Triangles Are a Modern Miracle

Fast, flaky, and filled with melted cheese.

Sheela Prakash

May 12, 2022

No Utensils: Tips on Appetizer-Ready Portions Without Toothpicks

Want to serve your favorite salad as an appetizer but don’t want people walking around balancing a fork and knife? Or scanning the room for a place to stash a used toothpick? Almost any food can be transformed to appetizer-ready individual portions with a few tricks.Here are a few edible vehicles for serving appetizers. Your food will look more sophisticated and you’ll reduce the waste generated by paper cups and toothpicks (hold off on eliminating napkins, however!).

Stephanie Barlow

May 12, 2022

Spring Appetizer Recipe: Crostini with Pea Shoots and Strawberries

At the farmers’ market this week, I couldn’t resist grabbing handfuls of pea shoots, wild with fresh young leaves and spiraling tendrils. Then my eyes, and nose, wandered over to the baskets of seascape strawberries, and I tucked those in my bag, too. Walking home, I started dreaming of ways to combine these two beautiful ingredients, and before I knew it, I was in the kitchen making these crostini.

Emily Han

May 12, 2022

The Twist on Pigs in a Blanket You Need to Know About

This flaky biscuit blanket is more like a cashmere throw for thick-cut pieces of caramelized SPAM.

Katianna Hong 최해인

May 12, 2022

March Madness Recipe: Healthier Hot Wings

OK, everybody… Please note that the title says healthIER. We’re not promising low-fat, cholesterol-free chicken wings here. But some of us are big basketball fans (of the Tar Heels, specifically) and, for better or worse, enjoy a few bar food specialties over Final Four weekend. Click below for our lightened-up (organic!) hot wings with blue cheese dip.We admit that fried chicken is not exactly the dish one should start messing with in an attempt to cut calories.

Elizabeth Passarella

May 12, 2022

Simple Appetizer: Fresh Veggies with Olive Oil and Sea Salt

It really doesn’t get much simpler than this! Take the freshest vegetables you can find and arrange them on a platter with a bowl of really good olive oil and another bowl of sea salt. Let guests dip, sprinkle, and nibble to their heart’s content. You won’t believe how ridiculously tasty this is.

Emma Christensen

May 11, 2022

How To Make Your Own Dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

I’ve always loved dolmas – they’re such a healthy and delicious finger food to take to a picnic or to add to a collection of mezedhes spread around the table. In the past, I used to just grab a plastic container of pre-made dolmas at the grocery store. One day I looked at them and realized three things; one, these are pretty expensive. Two, I could probably make my own rather easily at a much lower cost. Three, homemade ones probably taste much better.

Kathryn Hill

May 11, 2022

How To Assemble a Cheese Board Appetizer

Our absolutely massive roundup of every cheese we’ve ever reviewed got us thinking about cheese boards and our favorite appetizer: a spread of little nibbles. Here’s how we like to put together this easy, low-key, yet roughly elegant hors d’ouevre. If we’re going to still be busy with the meal when guests arrive, we like to put out a board of little nibbles, including some cheese.

Faith Durand

May 11, 2022

These Oven-Baked Zucchini Fries Are Impossibly Crispy (I'm Honestly Blown Away)

Recipe Review

The best way to eat your veggies this summer.

Patty Catalano

May 11, 2022

Air Fryer Okra Is Irresistibly Crispy

Pair it with homemade remoulade.

Laura Manzano

May 2, 2022

Little Caesars Copycat Breadsticks Are Buttery, Garlicky, Cheesy Perfection

Breadsticks! Breadsticks!

Christine Gallary

Apr 28, 2022

The Secret to Making Crispy-Tender Fried Calamari Every Time

No more chewy rubber bands.

Christine Gallary

Apr 23, 2022

This Lemony Coconut Chickpea Stew Has a Bright, Citrusy Zing

This lemony coconut and herb-topped stew has a freshness I love, but it is hearty and filling at the same time.

Anna Jones

Apr 22, 2022

Pair Poached Shrimp with Homemade Thousand Island Dressing for the Perfect Bite

Swap out the usual cocktail sauce with this tangy-creamy mayonnaise-based dressing.

Alexis deBoschnek

Apr 22, 2022

Chicken Lollipop

This Indo-Chinese dish is worth the effort.

Maria Do

Apr 13, 2022

Mushroom Duxelles

This simple, super-savory French mushroom dish can do it all.

Kelli Foster

Apr 10, 2022

The Freezer Find I Keep on Hand for Easy, Near-Instant Apps All Year Round

Groceries

It's great for sweet and savory preparations!

Taylor Kocher

Apr 9, 2022

Matzo Sandwiches with Chopped Liver, Onions, and Egg

Your Passover lunch is served.

Stephanie Ganz

Apr 7, 2022

Avocado Mutabal: A Creamy, Smoky Dip

It's rich with avocado, bright with lime juice, and perfect served with pita.

Mohammad Abutaha

Apr 1, 2022

Khobz Arabi Is the Soft, Chewy Flatbread of Your Dreams

These pita breads rise into beautiful bubbles in your home oven.

Reem Assil

Apr 1, 2022

Easy Instant Pot Artichokes

Tender, delicious steamed artichokes at the push of a button!

Amelia Rampe

Mar 29, 2022

20 Snacks to Enjoy While You’re Watching the Oscars

Snacks and apps for when the red carpet is a spectator sport.

Dana Velden

Mar 14, 2022

Croque Monsieur

The classic toasted ham and cheese with bubbling béchamel on top is a classic for a reason.

Amelia Rampe

Mar 24, 2022

Brown Sugar Candied Bacon

We found a way to make bacon even better.

Patty Catalano

Mar 21, 2022

Pea Salad

Studded with crispy bacon crumbles and shredded cheddar.

Kelli Foster

Mar 20, 2022

Stuffed Artichokes

This showstopping appetizer is easier to make than you might think.

Perry Santanachote

Mar 16, 2022

Irish Nachos

A mashup of the best comfort foods.

Amanda Gryphon

Mar 13, 2022

Cucumber Tea Sandwiches with Herby Cream Cheese

Whether you're serving tea or lunch, these cucumber sandwiches are a simple, elegant addition.

Amelia Rampe

Mar 12, 2022

Sweet Potato Chips

Baked, not fried.

Meleyna Nomura

Mar 5, 2022

I Tried All the Frozen Mozzarella Sticks I Could Find — The Winner Is a Crispy, Gooey Masterpiece

Taste Test

"The breading has just the right amount of salt to balance out the rich mozzarella cheese."

Taylor Kocher

Mar 3, 2022

Fried Ravioli

Grab that marinara.

Laura Rege

Mar 2, 2022

The Fast and Fancy Appetizer Your Guests Will Go Wild For

The only dinner party appetizer you need.

Patty Catalano

Feb 28, 2022

Air Fryer Tortilla Chips

Turn store-bought tortillas into crispy chips for dipping.

Patty Catalano

Feb 28, 2022

Vegetarian Empanadas

Inspired by creamed spinach.

Marisel Salazar

Feb 26, 2022

Korokke

Filled with mashed potatoes, meat, and vegetables.

Sahara Bohoskey

Feb 25, 2022

Yakitori

A convenient indoor version of classic Japanese grilled street food.

Sahara Bohoskey

Feb 22, 2022

Quick and Easy Salmon Croquettes

In less than 30 minutes you've got a great dinner.

Amelia Rampe

Feb 20, 2022

Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers

Hot, spicy, gooey goodness.

Renae Wilson

Feb 19, 2022

Oysters Rockefeller

Time to pop the bubbly.

Kristina Vänni

Feb 18, 2022

Okonomiyaki

Okonomiyaki is a perfect clean-out-the-fridge meal and is a hit with my family every time.

Amelia Rampe

Feb 15, 2022

20 Super Bowl Recipes You Still Have Time to Make

Don't worry — we forgot about the big game too.

Meghan Splawn

Jan 27, 2022

Honey-Gochujang Fried Chicken Tenders

Crispy chicken tenders are coated in a sweet, spicy sauce for the perfect game-day snack.

Christine Gallary

Feb 8, 2022

Jenné Claiborne’s Harlem Caviar: Black-Eyed Pea Salad

This salad comes together in just 15 minutes.

Danielle and Gabrielle Davenport

Feb 1, 2022

Pierre Thiam’s Moringa and Kale Supergreens Soup

The definition of comfort.

Danielle and Gabrielle Davenport

Feb 1, 2022

Joanne Lee Molinaro’s Curried Tteokbokki Skewers

Cookbook Club

A soulful twist on a Seoul staple.

Joanne Lee Molinaro

Jan 31, 2022

Fried Vegetable Spring Rolls

For the crispiest spring rolls, it's all about the filling.

Kristina Cho

Jan 29, 2022

Cheesy Stuffed Jalapeños

They're guaranteed to disappear before halftime.

Perry Santanachote

Jan 28, 2022

The Crispy Vietnamese Chả Giò That Welcomes Us Home

It's the one favorite dish everyone looks forward to.

Andrew X. Pham

Jan 26, 2022

Griddled Rice Cakes with Furikake

In this fast and easy recipe, sticky sushi rice is formed into patties and griddled to toasty perfection.

Amelia Rampe

Jan 25, 2022

5-Minute Fruit Dip

Tangy, fluffy, and ready in 5 minutes.

Patty Catalano

Jan 24, 2022

Crispy Shrimp Toast

This homemade version of the Chinese American classic is the perfect appetizer or happy-hour nibble.

Meleyna Nomura

Jan 23, 2022

Deep-Fried Brussels Sprouts

Crispy, caramelized perfection in just 20 minutes.

Amelia Rampe

Jan 22, 2022