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Cheese balls are back. How to make this classic party dish cool again

Cheese balls are back. How to make this classic party dish cool again

The cheese ball is a cliché. And like the pig in a blanket and the baked potato, the cheese ball is so cliched it has actually become cool. Socially acceptable or not, when this dish is put out at a party, people hover over it like it’s a crystal ball.

 
A choose-your-own adventure cocktail, with or without booze

A choose-your-own adventure cocktail, with or without booze

This choose-your-own-adventure drink lets guests customize how much alcohol, if any, they consume. The nonalcoholic base is a sweet-tart mix of apple cider, lemon juice and a spiced pumpkin syrup. Whether they opt for a low-ABV sipper or a boozier punch, guests will end up with a drink that’s bright and seasonal.

 
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Anthony Bourdain’s boeuf bourguignon offers the gift of time and patience

Anthony Bourdain’s boeuf bourguignon offers the gift of time and patience

Anthony Bourdain’s take on the classic dish of beef braised in red wine requires time, but no complicated ingredients or techniques. The reward: a satisfying, hearty stew in which the tender meat and rich, silken sauce are the stars.

 
This tomato and feta dip is a hit for a party or a night on the couch

This tomato and feta dip is a hit for a party or a night on the couch

Savory, tart and sweet tomatoes and punchy feta join forces in this warm dip that has a lovely background note of spice thanks to Calabrian chiles. It works as a festive appetizer or fun meal with a simple salad or roasted vegetables.

 
The 50 best wines under $50, from a critic who tasted 2,874 this year

The 50 best wines under $50, from a critic who tasted 2,874 this year

In this list of 50 top buys under $50, Elin McCoy highlights new-to-her wines along with perennial bargains. Her biggest sticker shock was how few Champagnes are still available at this price point, even on sale.

 
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Party-worthy lettuce cups come together at a moment’s notice

Party-worthy lettuce cups come together at a moment’s notice

These crisp lettuce cups filled with maple walnuts, blue cheese and dried cranberries brim with bold contrasting tastes and textures. They make for an elegant and healthful finger food that’s ideal for easy entertaining.

 

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