Vegetable Appetizers
Vegetable appetizers can be crisp, tender, cool, or gently charred. Zucchini pancakes, pepper preparations, and cucumber dip show how vegetables contribute both flavor and texture to the beginning of a meal.
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Chilitos Güeros Tatemados en Salsa Verde (Fire-Roasted Yellow Chiles in Salsa Verde)
Blistered güero chiles and sautéed onions are tossed in a smoky roasted tomatillo salsa, then finished with fresh lime, Cotija cheese, cilantro, and a delicate drizzle of Mexican…
Avocado, Feta & Walnut Cheese Balls in Herbed Olive Oil
These Mediterranean-inspired cheese balls combine creamy feta, ripe avocado, toasted walnuts, fresh dill, and garlic into a rich, savory appetizer. Each cheese ball is coated in a fragrant…
Smoked Crab Rangoon Stuffed Mushrooms
Creamy crab Rangoon filling made with imitation crab, cream cheese, green onions, lemon, and Cajun seasoning, spooned into tender mushroom caps and finished with a sweet and spicy…
Chiles Toreados (Blistered Mexican Peppers)
Chiles Toreados are a classic Mexican side dish featuring whole jalapeños blistered over high heat with sweet onions and garlic, then finished with fresh lime juice and Maggi…
Fried Castelvetrano Olives
A steakhouse-worthy appetizer featuring buttery Castelvetrano olives in a delicate, ultra-crispy Parmesan-panko crust, fried until golden brown and served with a roasted garlic-lemon aioli. Finished with freshly grated…
Baked Spinach Artichoke Shrimp Dip
This warm, creamy seafood dip combines tender shrimp, spinach, artichoke hearts, and a rich blend of cheeses with lemon, Dijon mustard, garlic, Old Bay, and Creole seasoning. Baking…
Blueberry Jalapeño Refrigerator Jam
This Blueberry Jalapeño Refrigerator Jam combines the rich sweetness of blueberries and blackberries with the bright heat of fresh jalapeños. Local honey adds depth, lemon juice brightens the…
Cowboy Candy Pickled Eggs
Cowboy Candy Pickled Eggs combine two Southern favorites into one irresistible snack: tangy pickled eggs and sweet-heat candied Jalapeños. As the eggs rest in the brine, they absorb…
Bourbon Black Pepper BBQ Loaf
A rich, artisan-style pressed pork made specifically for a cylindrical ham press. Bourbon adds warmth and subtle sweetness, black pepper delivers a bold bite, and black garlic deepens…
Fermented Brussels Sprouts
Whole Brussels sprouts fermented like traditional sauerkraut, resulting in a tangy, crisp, probiotic-rich side dish or snack. Slightly salty, subtly sour, and perfect for adding to salads, charcuterie…
