Appetizers

Why These Sweet Potato Bites Are Your New Thanksgiving Hero Hey friends, Jackson here from Food Meld! Let’s talk Thanksgiving. It’s a day of pure, unadulterated joy, a marathon of flavors, and let’s be real—a serious logistical puzzle for anyone in charge of the oven. We’ve all been there: juggling the turkey, the green bean casserole, the rolls, all while trying to find a spare inch of countertop for that classic, beloved, but oh-so-space-hogging sweet potato casserole. It’s a delicious beast, but it demands its own real estate. What if I told you we could capture every single bit of … Learn more

Your New Go-To Party Starter: King Crab Holiday Tartlets Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Can you smell it? That’s the scent of buttery, flaky pastry wafting from the oven, mingling with the rich, luxurious aroma of creamy crab and sharp cheddar. It’s the sound of your doorbell ringing, followed by the inevitable chorus of “Ooh, what are those?” as your guests lay eyes on the prettiest, most irresistible appetizer on the table. We’re talking about our show-stopping King Crab Appetizers with a serious Holiday Tartlet Twist. I’m all about creating those “you’ve gotta try this” moments, and these … Learn more

Your New Go-To Party Starter: Blue Cheese & Pear Tartlets Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here! Let’s talk about that moment. You know the one. You’re hosting a get-together, the doorbell’s about to ring, and you need something to come out of the kitchen that makes everyone’s eyes go wide. It needs to look like you fussed for hours, taste like a million bucks, but secretly be so simple you can whip it up without breaking a sweat. If that sounds like your current mission, my friend, you’ve landed in the right place. I’m talking about my incredibly delicious … Learn more

Your New Holiday Party MVP: The Ultimate Hot Spinach Dip Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here! Let’s be real: the holiday season is a marathon, not a sprint. It’s a beautiful, chaotic, glitter-filled whirlwind of parties, family, and trying to find that one good parking spot at the mall. And in the middle of it all, you need a hero. You need a dish that’s guaranteed to disappear from the table faster than wrapping paper on Christmas morning. You need something warm, comforting, and utterly irresistible. What you need, my friend, is this Holiday Hot Spinach Dip. This isn’t … Learn more

Your New Favorite Party Bite: Seriously Good Sausage Balls Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here! Let’s talk about one of the greatest, most reliable, and downright delicious party foods to ever come out of a home kitchen: the mighty sausage ball. You know the ones. They’re that perfect, golden-brown, bite-sized snack that disappears from the platter faster than you can say, “Wait, did I already eat ten of these?” If you’ve ever been to a potluck, a game-day gathering, or a holiday brunch in the South, you’ve definitely seen them. But here’s the thing—I think sausage balls have this … Learn more

Bacon-Wrapped Dates: Your New Go-To Party Hero Hey there, Food Meld family! Jackson here. Let’s talk about one of life’s greatest simple pleasures: that magical moment when something sweet, salty, and seriously savory hits your tongue all at once. You know the bite I’m talking about. It’s the kind of thing that makes your eyes go wide, makes you do a little happy dance right there by the appetizer table, and immediately start asking, “Who made these?!” Well, friend, today that person is going to be you. We’re diving headfirst into the glorious world of Bacon-Wrapped Dates. Don’t let their … Learn more

Your New Favorite Fall Ritual: Chef John’s Apple Butter (Big Batch Bliss!) Hey there, Food Meld family! Jackson here. Can you smell it? That crisp, cool air mixing with the sweet, smoky scent of fallen leaves? That’s my signal. It’s apple butter season, and friends, we are not playing around this year. We’re going big, bold, and unapologetically flavorful. I’m talking about a recipe that fills your entire kitchen with the kind of aroma that feels like a warm hug. This isn’t just any apple butter; this is a double-batch, slow-simmered masterpiece inspired by the legendary Chef John, but of … Learn more

Bacon-Wrapped Scallops: Your New Go-To “Fancy But Easy” Appetizer Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here! Let’s talk about that moment. You know the one. You’re hosting a dinner, a game night, or just want to treat yourself to something that feels incredibly special without spending hours in the kitchen. You want that “wow” factor. You want people to take one bite, their eyes to go wide, and for them to immediately ask, “How did you make this?!” I’m telling you right now, the secret weapon you’re looking for is right here: Bacon-Wrapped Scallops. This dish is the ultimate culinary … Learn more

The Ultimate Party Starter: Welcome to Flavor Town, Population: This Crab Dip Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here. Let’s cut right to the chase: if you’ve ever been to a party, a potluck, or a game day gathering and found yourself hovering around one dish, unable to tear yourself away from its cheesy, creamy, irresistible pull… you know the power of a truly great hot crab dip. It’s the social lubricant of the appetizer world. It’s the dish that makes people stop mid-sentence, their eyes go wide, and they whisper, “Wait, who made this?” I’m here to make sure … Learn more

Let’s Get Cozy: Your New Favorite Comfort Food Is Here! Hey friends, Jackson from Food Meld here! Is there anything that screams “comfort food” louder than a pot pie? That flaky, golden-brown crust giving way to a steamy, savory, creamy filling… it’s basically a hug in food form. But today, we’re not making just any pot pie. We’re taking that iconic comfort and shrinking it down into the most adorable, irresistible, and downright fun Mini Pot Pies you’ve ever seen. Perfect for using up those holiday turkey leftovers, ideal for impressing guests at a dinner party, and absolutely killer for … Learn more