Garlicky Butterflied Grilled Shrimp

Leaving the shells on during grilling adds to the flavor of the dish. Be sure to source domestic shrimp so you know you’re making a smart, sustainable choice.
Continue reading » »Rosemary-Parmesan Breadsticks

Instead of reaching for the Ritz, try baking a batch of these breadsticks to nibble on throughout the week.
Continue reading » »Chicken and Mushroom Lettuce Cups

I find that finger food naturally slows down a meal and focuses attention. When you’ve got juice dripping down your wrist and have to reach over your neighbor for the lettuce platter, it’s hard not to have the meal take on a different tenor.
Continue reading » »Green Pea Coulis

Peas definitely fall into the “can’t get better than fresh-from-the-garden” category. Here, they end up in a gorgeous, Kelly-green coulis.
Continue reading » »Thai Chicken Larb

Serve this flavorful filling with lettuce leaves and let everyone stuff their own to give a flavor of the communal nature of Thai meals.
Continue reading » »Grilled Crostini with Fava Bean Spread

This nibble comes together super-quick once the favas are shelled, so you can whip it up and be back outside before the conversation even hits a lull.
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