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Tomato Bruschetta Recipe

The secret to the best tomato bruschetta is something you've probably always thought you shouldn't do: make it ahead of time. Preparing the tomato bruschetta in advance gives you time to salt and drain the tomatoes of excess liquid, so there's no soggy toasts in sight. Marinating the tomatoes in infused oil adds plenty of...

5 Minute Whipped Ricotta

It only takes 5 minutes to transform regular ricotta into a ultra-creamy appetizer that's infused with plenty of flavor: Whipped Ricotta! Use it as a tangy spread for ricotta toast or bagels, or spoon it into a bowl to serve with crusty bread as a fuss-free dip. It's seriously simple, but incredibly shareable and delicious....

How to Make Crostini and Bruschetta Toast

Crostini and Bruschetta Toast are simple and delicious appetizers featuring a crunchy bread base that becomes the perfect canvas for an array of flavorful toppings. They're also a fantastic way to breathe new life into stale baguettes, transforming them into crowd-pleasing crispy treats for any occasion. Once you discover how easy they are to prepare...

Upside-Down Onion and Gruyere Tarts

Upside-Down Tarts are taking the internet by storm, and for good reason. Just place your favorite fillings on a baking sheet, top with puff pastry, and bake 'til golden for the perfect party treats. Most often, you'll see tarts made this way using sweet ingredients like sliced fruit, but this version uses thinly sliced onion...

Homemade Hot Honey Recipe

Say hello to your new favorite flavor-booster: Hot Honey. This simple, 4-ingredient recipe takes no time to make, is fully customizable to your preferred heat level, and can be drizzled on everything from pizza to fried chicken. Soon you'll be swapping out all of your old peppery sauces for this sweet, spicy, and just slightly...

Strawberry Lemon-Ricotta Crumb Cake

This buttery, bright Strawberry Lemon-Ricotta Crumb Cake features a layer of fresh sliced strawberries, a crumbly streusel topping, and a drizzle of sweet glaze atop a moist lemon cake. Serve it for an elegant breakfast, brunch, or dessert, and make lemon-lovers out of everyone who takes a bite. A BRIGHT AND TANGY SPRING DESSERT Maybe...