It's why-didn't-I-think-of-that simple, and yet so stinking tasty.
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If ya don't like Caprese salad, I can't trust ya.
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While I'm less of a sweet-heat gal (I'm not usually a fan of hot and spicy things that have sweetness to them, such as wings or sauces), I'm all about sweets that have an added element of heat. In this case, the addition of sriracha chili sauce gives homemade strawberry jam, which is fundamentally delicious on its own, a depth and mystery that takes it to the next level.
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I know that "greens and beans" are an actual thing, but speaking more technically, I just love greens and beans, in nearly any form.
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I normally lean hard into meat and cheese as an appetizer, but lately I've been loving subbing in this simple and delicious ricotta spread for the various cheeses.
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Because one of the best food days of the year is coming to us on Sunday.
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On the aforementioned topic of no-cook, room temperature appetizers, here's another one for you that is equally beautiful for holiday entertaining (I love the deep hue of the beets and the naturally ombre endive leaves, and of course the pretty green dill)...
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'Tis the season... for finding appetizers and entrees that can be made ahead. Am I right? Dishes that don't require much fuss and can be pretty easily served to guests without a lot of on-the-spot, time-sensitive cooking...
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Jon helped me put together some charcuterie boards for my recent Capsule Wardrobe Workshop at West Elm. The results were divine, if I do say so myself. Good enough to eat? Yep.
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When Jon and I were in Montreal a couple of weeks ago, we encountered what we've become far too acquainted with on our last few trips: serious rainfall. In an otherwise gorgeous summer, at least here in Upstate New York, we managed to pick quite the unwelcoming weekend in Montreal to learn our way around the city...
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There's a winning combination of spicy sweetness that i've experienced a few times recently with pizza. Each time some iteration of cheese, meat, honey, and heat made the experience difficult to quite nail down and yet good enough to want to never stop eating. I thought I'd try something similar with a slightly different cast of characters, substituting in roasted olives as a briny, bitter agent that pairs so well with ricotta cheese, spicy chili oil, honey, and lemon. These little toasts have such a cool balance of flavors going on—I can't get enough...
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I wish that salsa didn’t feel like it had a “season” up here in New York, but I’m inclined to think it does. It lends itself better to warm weather, al fresco dining, and outdoor get togethers. That’s why this summer I’ve been capitalizing by making this old standby and this sweet and spicy variety...
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For as long as I can remember, dinner at my grandparents' house has meant grilled shrimp and cocktails beforehand...
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What I'm calling this salad is a little bit of a double entendre...
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I'll be brutally honest about the birth of this recipe. When we were wedding planning (#RIP)...
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I make this salsa all the time, but especially in the warmer months. I've made it for summer weekends away at my family’s camp, potluck get-togethers, Fourth of July, barbecues, tailgates, and… Cinco de Mayo, which is only three days away (but can’t come soon enough)!
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Remember how I said I'm already in full on spring mode? Case in point.
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Do you have anxiety about your appetizer being chosen last from a table of options? I feel you. I really do...
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Remember the no-calorie game that I talked about here? There are days when meatball subs would make it on my list. Because there’s no substitute, and when they’re good, they’re unapologetically good. Just the other night, eating at a local favorite called Rocco (restaurant review to come, someday), we had meatballs as an appetizer (meatballs are a suitable appetizer when you are an actual bottomless pit like we are), and they’re my favorite meatballs ever. Perfect sauce, perfect meat wads, and they’re served on top of a thick piece of charred bread that’s covered in sauce. It’s actually heaven. And in the heat of the moment, I went so far as to say they might be my death row meal. Are you familiar?—my last meal on earth, should I ever be on death row and get to choose the very last meal I’d ever eat. This spurred an ongoing craving for meatballs/meatball subs/spaghetti and meatballs that hasn’t left me yet. This, combined with my love of appetizers and bite-sized morsels and finger foods, and the upcoming Super Bowl where these types of foods are expected, and these meatball sub-inspired crostini came to be.
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Done right, this is an appetizer that holds its own among the greats. The green goddess dip is key here with its seriously zesty zip from garlic, green onion, lemon juice, and lots and lots of fresh basil. It is a perfect appetizer to throw together at a moment’s notice during this party-filled time of year. Because it is relatively simple in nature, I really like to focus on a pretty presentation, which is no more work but results in a slightly classier finished product.
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