This polenta dish from Boston chef Douglass Williams is a customer favorite. Make the polenta in advance, so that it has time to chill and set up. Then fry it, top it with honey and Gorgonzola, and serve as an appetizer.
Appetizers
Mayfair Farm’s Sweet Potato Fritters
Inspired by Indian vegetable pakoras, these sweet potato fritters from Mayfair Farm in Harrisville, New Hampshire, are sweet and deeply savory.
Walnut-Mustard Gougères
These walnut-mustard gougères from award-winning cookbook author Dorie Greenspan add elegance and flavor to any menu.
Savory Pumpkin Phyllo Triangles
Creamy pumpkin, salty feta, and crunchy phyllo combine to make the perfect fall or holiday pumpkin appetizers.
Maple-Glazed Scallops with Autumn Salad
Cheesy Shrimp Melts
These cheesy shrimp melts, served on crisp English muffins, are a retro-inspired party favorite. Here’s a traditional recipe plus four variations.
Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Curried Apple Hash
The genius of this elegant appetizer lies in combining dates and bacon – one of the best of all food pairings – with a sweet-savory mix of grated apples, onion, and curry.
New England Clam Dip
This easy New England clam dip recipe tastes so much better than any pre-packaged version you can pick up at the grocery store.
Made in the style of escargots with lots of butter and garlic, this easy Mussels Gratinée recipe will find its way into your regular repertoire.
Inspired by cecina, a savory Italian pancake appetizer, these beet and masa pancakes are topped with goat cheese, fresh herbs, radish slices, pumpkin seeds, and honey.
Vermont Cheddar-Ale Dip
This recipe for cheddar-ale dip combines some of our favorite classic Vermont flavors. The darker brew you choose, the stronger (and more delicious) the flavor will be.
Easy New England Clam Dip Recipe
Easy and flavorful, this New England Clam Dip recipe is a party favorite. Make a double batch to feed a crowd.