Soft Pretzels with Chocolate-Hazelnut Dip

Twice-Baked Potatoes

Baked russet potatoes are scooped out, riced, mixed with Cheddar, sour cream, and scallions, stuffed back into their skins, topped with crumbled bacon, and baked again until golden and bubbling. These loaded, crispy-skinned potatoes are the quintessential American steakhouse side dish, indulgent and satisfying down to the last cheesy bite.

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Mixed Fruit Tart

A buttery tart crust blind-baked to golden perfection, filled with cream cheese whipped cream, and topped with jewel-toned fresh berries under a gleaming apricot glaze. A classic French-style tart that bridges old-world pastry technique with fresh, new-world fruit.

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White Chicken Chili

Chicken breasts poached in stock are shredded and simmered with white beans partially blended for body, green chiles, ancho chile powder, cumin, and coriander, then served with extensive toppings. This creamy, mild chili is a crowd-pleasing game-day staple that invites everyone to customize their bowl.

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Football Cheeseball with Herbed Crackers

A blend of cream cheese, sharp Cheddar, and hot sauce is shaped into a football, coated in toasted walnuts, and detailed with string cheese laces, served alongside homemade rosemary-thyme crackers. This playful, savory appetizer is the ultimate centerpiece for a football watch party spread.

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Grilled Corn and Bean Salad

A smoky grilled corn and bean salad packed with black beans, chickpeas, bell peppers, and cilantro. Tossed in a zesty lime-cumin dressing with a splash of hot sauce.

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Aperol Spritz Martini

Aperol and vodka shaken together and strained into a frozen martini glass, finished with a splash of bubbly prosecco. A clever renovation of the classic Italian spritz that swaps the wine glass for a martini glass with added spirit.

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cakes

Yellow cake baked in a jelly roll pan is topped with a layer of melted peanut butter followed by melted chocolate chips, then cooled and cut into rich, candy bar-like squares. These no-fuss sheet cakes deliver an irresistible chocolate-peanut butter combination with minimal effort and maximum crowd appeal.

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Helen's Black Pepper Walnut Biscotti

Crunchy twice-baked biscotti loaded with toasted walnuts and a surprising kick of black pepper. Flavored with orange zest and vanilla for a cookie that pairs perfectly with coffee.

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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

A velvety avgolemono-style soup with orzo and shredded chicken in a rich egg-lemon broth, garnished with fresh dill. A comforting, silky Greek classic that warms the soul with bright citrus flavor in every spoonful.

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Roasted Beets with Herbs

Tender baby beets roasted until caramelized and tossed with fresh parsley and tarragon. A simple, elegant side dish that lets the natural sweetness of the beets shine.

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