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Varies Fruit leather is a sheet of pureed fruit that has been dried. Fresh fruits that make excellent leathers are apples, apricots, berries, sweet…
6 servings If you can imagine it, early versions of this dish were served with gravy. We recommend boiling large eggs for only 7 minutes to avoid…
6 servings Using a lower frying temperature preserves the flavor and color of the root vegetables while delivering a satisfying crunch. Please read about…
Miniature turnovers or tartlets made with cream cheese pastry dough or pat-in-the-pan butter dough, filled with a variety of savory options like leeks…
A savory cheese ball made with sharp Cheddar, cream cheese, and crisp bacon, rolled in toasted walnuts or pecans. A classic party appetizer.
About 60 samosas Samosas are traditionally made with a soft pastry. Here they are conveniently made with phyllo. They freeze well when tightly wrapped in…
Hard-cooked eggs pickled in a vibrant beet-infused brine with onion, garlic, and pickling spices. The beets tint the eggs a striking magenta and add a…
4 servings Ceviche is raw shellfish or fish marinated in an acidic dressing. Though not technically cooked, the acid causes the shellfish to turn opaque…
1 pound This strongly flavored delicacy is a boon to the adventurous or to those who hanker for pungent cheeses but cannot eat them. Like Kombucha, this…
A classic seven-layer dip with refried beans, creamy avocado, spiced sour cream, chiles, olives, tomatoes, and sharp Cheddar. Served with tortilla chips…
About 48 puffs Pass these on a tray and serve with Champagne. Please read About Choux Paste.
A comprehensive guide to making jerky from various meats including beef, venison, pork, fish, and poultry. The process involves slicing, marinating…
These fish morsels make a superb appetizer on their own or as part of a Fritto Misto.
24 pieces No angels, no horses; a fanciful name for a time-tested combination.
Twelve 5-inch pretzels A chewy pretzel that is easy to make. Baking the baking soda (used in the water bath for the pretzels), a trick from food scientist…
12 servings Pickled eggs are highly underrated and, if you are a pickle connoisseur, an excellent way to use leftover brine from store-bought or homemade…
A classic Italian appetizer of melon chunks wrapped in ham and grilled until lightly charred. Sweet melon pairs with salty prosciutto for a simple…
4 servings These fragrant fritters are hard to stop eating. Feel free to use almost any green in place of the spinach (we are especially fond of kale)…
4 servings Halloumi is a firm, mild cheese with a high melting point, which makes it perfect for grilling or frying. If you cannot find Halloumi, paneer…
Soft, fluffy Chinese steamed buns filled with savory chopped pork or vegetable filling. Pleated and steamed to perfection, these buns are perfect as a…
Twelve 2 × 2 ¾-inch bars These “energy” bars are easy to make. Vary the flavor to your taste by substituting ½ cup dried cherries or raisins for an equal…
4 to 6 servings Upon discovering that roasted mushrooms have an unmistakable meatiness, we decided to take it a step further, roasting mushrooms with the…
These crispy Parmesan crisps are simple to make and perfect for snacking or garnishing soups and salads.
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