New England [Heart and] Kitchen By Grace Vallo
These chicken taquitos are baked (not fried), with a crispy corn tortilla shell and a flavor-packed, shredded chicken filling. They're easy to whip up for an appetizer or dinner any day of the week!
This mini quiche recipe is an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer or hors d’oeuvre to serve with a brunch spread or before dinner. Bacon, parmesan cheese and chives in little phyllo pastry shells are so crispy and delicious that you’ll want to double the recipe!
Muhammara is a Middle Eastern dip made from roasted red peppers and walnuts that’s smoky, sweet, spicy and tangy. Its vibrant reddish orange color makes it a gorgeous dip that's so versatile.
Whipped ricotta is quite possibly the easiest appetizer! Place whipped ricotta in a mixer and whip it until light and fluffy. Sage that’s been fried in brown butter, a drizzle of honey and coarse sea salt adds a fall touch that’s irresistibly delicious and equally gorgeous to serve as part of a holiday appetizer spread.
This caponata recipe is made Sicilian-style, with eggplant and agrodolce “sour and sweet” flavors from red wine vinegar and golden raisins.It’s easy with so many uses, from an appetizer served with toasted bread, to amain dish tossed into pasta!
Tzatziki is a refreshing (and healthy!) chilled sauce, spread or dip that takes only a few minutes to make. This authentic Greek yogurt and cucumber sauce is so versatile.
Corn Salsa with smoky chipotle and lime is an easy homemade dip with tortilla chips, a deliciously summery veggie side dish, or a flavor-packed topper for chicken or fish!
Whether you’re looking for an easy appetizer or hors d’oeuvre for entertaining or a fun snack, these warm marinated olives at home are showstoppers for any occasion!
This beet hummus is far from ordinary! It’s bursting with flavor and the easiest dip to make!
Easy to make in advance and serve room temperature when the party’s started, these bite-sized Stuffed Mushrooms are so beautiful and so delicious.
Rich, creamy white beans are offset by the brightness of lemon juice and fresh rosemary, and complexity of smoked paprika. Sweet roasted garlic brings all the flavors together in a velvety spread that’s so much more sophisticated than the stuff you get in the store.
Paper thin slices of garlic and hot pepper flakes gently perfume extra virgin olive oil. What’s extra awesome about Pan Roasted Broccoli is these bite-sized florets are richly caramelized in the infused oil, producing tender morsels of golden, garlicy goodness.
The natural sweetness and slight smokiness of roasted eggplant are intensified by adding just a few ingredients: cayenne, smoked paprika, oregano, extra virgin olive oil, and garlic.
In a salsa I'm topping on grilled chicken, I'm combining the strawberries with juicy peaches, garden chives, and a touch of fresh lime. Simply delish.
What if you could make a Southwest salad without the creamy dressing and tortilla chips that's just as fabulous (or better) without the food baby aftermath?
Picture little, soft peanut butter “cookie” bites, with a hint of vanilla and crunchy cacao nibs for texture. A dash of honey adds just the right sweetness, and chia seeds for a protein boost.
This summer swordfish recipe is both decadent and vibrant with a fresh summer salsa and rich scallion sour cream mashed potatoes.
Craving a snack that will break your salty and crunchy cravings but not break the diet? Zucchini Parm Bites are the perfect snack!
Put down the takeout menu and take 15 minutes to make this deliciously simple Asian Glazed Shrimp. Serve as an appetizer or main course.
My new recipe for Smoked Salmon Everything Bagel Deviled Eggs has the flavors of the traditional bagels and lox in ONE beautiful big bite. This bite is creamy, tangy, smoky, salty and savory.