In summer, schedules tend to be more fluid and mealtimes, a bit less defined. Snacks can fill in when activities overlap lunch or dinner or when guests are on the go. These five recipes are easy to make ahead or prepare quickly.
Grilled street corn, also known as elote, is usually served as a walk-around snack in Mexico. At Bodega Taco Bar in Connecticut, it works as a side or starter.
These empanadas are given a twist with a filling of spiced lamb and a dip of red chimichurri sauce. Chef Alex Mandolini uses prepared empanada dough rounds to save labor, and the turnovers can be baked ahead and frozen to save time.
Photo courtesy of Boursin Professional Frozen Cheese Cubes
Carolina Baked Seafood Dip
Cubes of frozen herb and garlic cheese are a labor-saving way to enrich this seafood dip. They’re combined with cream cheese and Parmesan for extra-cheesy flavor, along with horseradish, celery and fresh herbs to add texture and complexity.
Photograph courtesy of California Table Grape Commission
Naan Flatbread with Grapes
Naan, the Indian flatbread, forms the base for this recipe, eliminating the steps of making dough from scratch and baking it. A simple topping of red grapes, ricotta, honey and hazelnuts completes the build.
University of Florida’s solution for feeding students in the midst of construction of a new dining hall has turned out so well, it will almost be a shame to see it go.
The endlessly colorful cuisine of Mexico is always in season, but Cinco de Mayo is a great time to bring some new recipes to the party, starting with El Rio Picante, an alternative marg, and finishing with DIY churro sundaes.