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Roasted-Garlic and Kale Pesto Rugelach

Sweet roasted garlic and earthy kale pair up in a perfect snack for a chilly evening.

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Croque Monsieur Rugelach

This savory "cookie" is a mashup of the famous French sandwich and classic rugelach. Try a couple with a cup of tomato soup.

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Hot-Pepper Jelly Rugelach

The spicy-sweet filling makes this cookie a great party appetizer.

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Marinated Olives and Salami

If you're going to make only one hors d'oeuvre for your cocktail party, make it this one. The warm, salty olives and salami slices paired with crusty bread are the…

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Eggs Cornichon

The classic French dish Eggs Mayonnaise is just that: eggs with a swipe of mayonnaise. Think of this recipe as tweaking the famous dictum of Coco Chanel: Instead of taking…

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Toasted Pita with Black Sesame Seeds and Sumac

This recipe makes more than you need for our summer picnic menu, but you won’t regret it. The pita chips keep well in a sealed bag. The Garlic-Yogurt Sauce makes a great…

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Spiced Mixed Nuts

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Coconut Curry Caramel Corn

This is the recipe to think about if you are going to a party—it would make a great gift instead of a bottle of wine. I recently prepared this as…

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Maple and Black Pepper Pecans

Need to stave off your gang’s hunger while you put the finishing touches on the holiday meal? These addictive spicy-sweet nuts are just the thing. They’re also perfect with cocktails,…

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Benedictine Dip with Crudités

这明亮的黄瓜spread is often used to make Benedictine sandwiches, a traditional Kentucky Derby snack. I prefer to serve it as a dip with crudités to lighten things up.