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Baked Brie with Mango Chutney(with video)

There’s so much to love about this retro classic appetizer, from the melty Brie to the golden pastry. Give it an update with jarred mango chutney—a perfect sweet-savory-spicy match for the creamy cheese.

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Southern Biscuit-Sausage Balls(with video)

You’ll find this appetizer—a mash-up of a cheese biscuit and a sausage patty—on just about every table in the South during the holidays. This lightened-up version incorporating turkey sausage instead of pork uses just five ingredients, including the dipping sauce

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Buttermilk-Brined Roasted Chicken

An afternoon or overnight soak in buttermilk makes the chicken incredibly juicy and tender when roasted and helps the outside skin turn a rich golden brown.

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Five-Ingredient French Onion Tart(with video)

This French-style freeform tart, also called a galette, is inspired by the classic flavors of French onion soup. A store-bought pie crust saves you time.

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Orange and Fennel Salad

Bright, juicy orange and crunchy fennel make this the perfect winter side to balance heartier dishes. Serve at your holiday table or alongside any roasted main dish.

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Veracruz-Style Fish

Baking red snapper fillets with capers, olives, and tomatoes infuses the mild fish with loads of flavor in just a few ingredients.

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Baked Chicken Taquitos

No need to fry these rolled chicken tacos. Let your oven do the heavy lifting to get the tortillas extra-crispy.

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Grapefruit Margaritas(with video)

The addition of sweet and tart grapefruits makes this margarita a Paloma, a restaurant-worthy cocktail that you can enjoy at home.

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Sweet Potato Fries with Chipotle Aioli

Roast these potato wedges skin-sides down to prevent sticking and to get the edges extra crispy. Pair this simple side dish with any Tex-Mex–style chicken or pork.

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Arroz con Leche

Transform leftover rice into a comforting cinnamon-spiked rice pudding that both kids and adults will gobble up.

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Spicy Shrimp and Kielbasa Skewers(with video)

Meaty sausage and shrimp are a match made in grilling heaven, especially when slathered in a sweet chili sauce.

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Bowties with Grilled Summer Veggies(with video)

Summer produce gets a kiss of smoke from the grill to kick this simple pesto pasta up a notch.

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Roast Beef and Cheddar Wraps

A hint of horseradish and sweet pepper slaw perk up these sandwiches that are perfect for a light lunch or casual dinner.

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Pork Satay

Asian chili garlic sauce gives these grilled pork skewers a spicy and tangy kick, while sweet peanut sauce helps tame the flame.

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Zucchini and Asparagus Salad with Tuna

Skip the mayo for this fresher twist on tuna salad featuring tender grilled veggies and pistachios for added crunch.

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Grilled Steak Crostini

An easy and elegant appetizer for entertaining, these toasts pair succulent steak with creamy spreadable cheese and fresh, peppery radishes.

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Salami and Tomato Pizza

This quick and easy pizza makes a great light supper or, cut into smaller squares, a fast and fresh hors d’œuvre with cocktails.

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Pomegranate-Raspberry Iced Tea

Floral raspberries and sweet-tart pomegranate juice flavor this homemade iced tea. Adjust the sweetness to your preference by going up or down on the sugar.