New Year's
Roasted Red Pepper Dip
A creamy dip made with roasted red peppers, cream cheese and smoked paprika. Serve with whole wheat garlic toasts, crackers or fresh veggies.
Boneless Duck Breast a l'Orange
Boneless duck breasts and a simple, delicious orange sauce make this version of Duck a l'Orange an easy yet elegant entrée for a special occasion.
Avocado and Shrimp Crostini
Toasted baguette slices topped with a creamy avocado puree, fresh cilantro, tangy chili sauce and cocktail shrimp make up a quick appetizer that never fails to be a hit.
Port, Prosciutto and Fig Crostini
Whip up this simple yet elegant appetizer made with figs simmered in port, prosciutto and creamy ricotta.
Stuffed Mushrooms Italian-Style
Stuffed mushrooms are a perfect appetizer for entertaining and this recipe, flavored with Genoa salami and a bit of crushed red pepper complements an Italian meal particularly well.
Mini Mushroom Toast Cups
These bite-sized, buttery toast cups are filled with a savory combination of sauteed mushrooms, garlic, onion and white wine and topped with creamy muenster cheese.
Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Wheels
These pretty little appetizer wheels are made with sheets of puff pastry filled with a combination of spinach, sun-dried tomatoes and fontina cheese.
Gravlax with Creamy Mustard-Dill Sauce
Salt and sugar cured salmon, or gravlax, is a simple dish to prepare at home with excellent results. Just start with good quality, fresh fish and allow 3 days for the curing process.
Apple-Cranberry Chutney
A pungent chutney, full of fall-inspired flavors is perfect for serving with either soft cheeses like brie and camembert or sharp cheddars.
Individual Beef Wellingtons
Individual Beef Wellingtons are surprisingly easy to prepare and make a beautiful presentation for a special occasion meal.
Easy Marinated Herring
Store-bought marinated herring gets a fresh makeover in this easy recipe that replicates the traditional Scandinavian favorite.
