Appetizers

Cider-Cheese Fondue

Give the cheese board routine a fall spin with this a three-cheese fondue made with apple cider and served with a spread of hearty dippers.

Lemon-Dill Artichoke Dip

This cast-iron skillet artichoke dip is both cheesy and bright

Black-Eyed Pea Hummus Is a Flavorful Twist on the Classic

A simple twist on classic hummus, this black-eyed pea hummus will surprise you with its earthy flavor, fluffy texture, and bonus pickled black-eyed pea topper. Go ahead, grab the chips.

Asiago-Artichoke Dip

To make this creamy, cheesy dip vegetarian, omit the pork and double the arugula.

Mix-and-Match Air-Fried Egg Rolls

Flaky on the outside, savory on the inside, these air-fryer egg rolls are a perfect appetizer. Mix and match this base recipe with any of the filling ideas (sweet and savory!) from our Test Kitchen.

Chocolate Almond Butter Fruit Dip

This fruit dip is sure to satisfy any chocolate craving. This Mediterranean recipe is a sweet and healthy dessert.

Lavender Butter

Smear this luscious butter over fresh biscuits or scones.

The best part about making nachos is getting to create it a recipe that's all your own. Bake a batch using our classic nacho recipe, then go to town with topping options such as cilantro, jalapeno peppers, sour cream, and salsa. Or switch it up entirely and use fries or pizza crust for your "chips."

Two Tomato Bruschetta

Two Tomato Bruschetta is a flavor-packed appetizer with a duo of fresh and dried tomatoes.

Cheddar Wafers

Store-bought crackers? No need—these easy, cheesy cheddar snacks are far tastier. Package them up in cute containers to share as food gifts.

Tarragon Butter

Tarragon steeps like tea leaves in lemon butter to release its anise flavor.

Extra-Easy Spiced Kettle Corn

A sprinkle of garam masala, an Indian spice blend, is all it takes to transform kettle corn from sugary to sweet and savory.

Jalapeno Jelly

This Jalapeno Jelly recipe packs a sweet heat that will keep you coming back for more. This pepper jelly is best paired with crackers and cream cheese or toasted bread and ricotta

Homemade Sauerkraut

Cabbage, salt, and sugar (plus some time) are all that's required to make a standout homemade sauerkraut recipe. Serve this German sauerkraut recipe on brats or corned beef sandwiches.

This Easy Candied Nut Recipe Is My Go-To Homemade Host Gift (and Friends Beg Me for the Recipe)

This easy homemade food gift idea has been a hit with friends and family since I introduced it to them 5 years ago (via host gifts, holiday gifts, and as part of potluck recipes). Learn how to make my go-to homemade food gift.

Fresh Berry Bruschetta

How to Make Lemon Jelly

Jazz up a biscuit, English muffin, or slice of toast with a spoonful of Lemon Jelly. You know what they say (or what they should say): When life give you lemons, make Lemon Jelly!