Over 38 Phenomenal Recipes We Made This April

The month of April was all about celebrating Spring. Brunch classics, simple appetizers, and quick dinners lent themselves to easy entertaining and several new recipes. Although dishes like BBQ chicken and drop biscuits got us through the April showers, we'll be making them well throughout the year. Check out the recipes that kept us busy in the kitchen and try a few for yourself!

Chicken Thighs With Rhubarb-Cucumber Salsa Rhubarb can have savory applications, too. Case in point: chicken thighs with a rhubarb-cucumber salsa.

Chicks in a Blanket

Consider chicks in a blanket a grown-up version of pigs in a blanket. The finger food, which stars chicken apple sausage, is just as great for breakfast as it is a game-day appetizer.

Cobb Salad Wrap

We have a feeling you'll want to make a cobb salad wrap for lunch more than once a week. It's simple to make — tossing a salad favorite and wrapping it in a tortilla — but that doesn't take away from its tastiness.

Crunchy Granola Bars

Grew up on Nature Valley Oats 'n Honey granola bars? So did we. That's why we were excited to try this crunchy granola bar recipe that mirrors the snack-time staple, and with its crispy texture, we think you will be, too.

Drop Biscuits

This biscuit recipe will have you enjoying a buttery treat in a flash! Seriously, in a matter of minutes, you can have this Southern treat ready to serve.

Four-Cheese Queso Dip

Looking for a recipe that's insanely addictive and delicious? Of course you are! One taste of this queso fresco recipe with chorizo and you won't have to look any further.

French Toast

You don't need to think twice about trying this classic french toast — simple but sweet, we guarantee it'll be a crowd-pleaser at your next brunch soiree.

Frozen Margarita

Bust out the blender to make tongue-numbing frozen margaritas. These are guaranteed to get the party started.

Gin Gimlet

Flash back to the '60s and shake up a gin gimlet made with the aromatic liqueur and sweetened lime juice.

Green Garlic Broth

Catch a Spring cold? Then be sure to load up on green garlic broth, made with chicken stock, ramps, and leeks.

Guacamole

There are a ton of guacamole variations out there, but before you're off and running, begin with a basic guacamole recipe.

Homemade Tortilla Chips

Whether you prefer them baked or fried, try these homemade tortilla chips, two ways.

Humboldt Fog and Prosciutto Grilled Cheese

Dare we say it — this might be the fanciest, most insanely good ham and cheese sandwich ever. You have to read the whole recipe to see the secret to its deliciousness.

Hummus, Sun-Dried Tomato, and Pea Shoot Crostini

Have a bunch of pea shoots lying around? Use them as garnish in these hummus and sun-dried tomato crostini.

Jalapeño Margarita

Some people stay away from margaritas because they find them too sweet. However, this jalapeño margarita is spicy, sour, and 100 percent savory.

Lavender Collins

We've quickly fallen for vodka lavender Collins this Spring. The right amount of floral-to-acidic notes, these blue beverages will keep you refreshed at every picnic.

Mai Tai

One can never go wrong with a classic mai tai; it's a tropical tipple you'll want to have for happy hour and then some.

Mango Grapefruit Mimosas

Give this classic drink a fun twist using grapefruit and mangoes! Mango thickens and sweetens the mimosa, while the grapefruit provides a crispness that complements the sparkling wine.

Marinated Chickpea Salad

Shallots, parsley, and peperoncini are the holy trinity of bright flavors in this chickpea salad — it's so satisfying you'll want it both for lunch and dinner.

Mint Tea

A no-fuss recipe yet fresh as a Spring daisy, this mint tea calls for just one ingredient: a large bunch of fresh, fragrant mint — stems and all.

Old Fashioned Cocktail

Although the recipe sounds simple, this old fashioned cocktail is loaded with complex flavors. Don't forget to garnish with a lemon peel twist.

POPSUGAR Chocolate Bark

This chocolate bark literally pops. The sugar granules are actually carbonated sugar, which crackle when they hit your taste buds.

Paloma

This grown-up take on the Paloma cocktail calls for tequila, fresh grapefruit juice, club soda, and simple syrup.

Pasta With Nettles, Almonds, and Feta

If you're new to nettles, try the spiraled vegetable in a pasta with almonds and feta.

Pimento Cheese and Prosciutto Biscuits

On their own, cheese, biscuits, and prosciutto are tasty, but when you put them together, the results are enticing. The recipe is rather simple and makes for a fun finger food.

Pimento Cheese

A Southern favorite and staple luncheon item, pimento cheese is sharp, creamy, and totally spreadable on crackers or your favorite bread. Try it on marbled rye.

Rhubarb Galette

Not familiar with rhubarb? Then this rhubarb galette is the perfect introduction to the pink fruit. Wrap the rhubarb filling in a butter pie crust, bake until golden brown, and you've got a tart treat for all to enjoy.

Rhubarb Soda

Try this tart, pink-hued rhubarb soda as the weather warms up.

Sesame-Ginger Soba Noodle Salad

You'll want to make this sesame-ginger soba noodle salad for all the outdoor parties you'll be hitting this Spring and Summer. Full of crisp vegetables, it's a dish that's sure to impress.

S'mores Snack Mix

It's not exactly bonfire weather yet, but that's not stopping us from enjoying a Summer favorite: s'mores. To hold us over until the real deal comes along, here's a s'mores dessert mix you can enjoy no matter what it's like outside.

Sparkling Lillet and Grapefruit Cocktail

If sparkling wine is on your mind, try this sparkling cocktail with Lillet and grapefruit bitters. It exudes elegance and sophistication during cocktail hour.

Spicy Tomato Soup With Grilled Cheese Croutons

We're not afraid to say this spicy tomato soup recipe may just blow your mind. That's because we've shaken up a classic combo and turned grilled cheese into croutons (yup, you read that right) — it's one recipe you must give a try.

Strawberry Margaritas

No sugar needed in these naturally sweet strawberry margaritas. This recipe fills a pitcher to make them party-ready.

Tex-Mex Tacos

Put dinner on the table in no time by cooking up some Tex-Mex tacos, loaded with ground beef, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, and lettuce.

Tropical Green Smoothie

Tropical fruit like avocado, mango, and pineapple come together for a bright green breakfast smoothie.

Brie, Fig, and Walnut Grilled Cheese

You're probably used to seeing brie, fig, and walnut on a cheese plate, but we're taking that setup and turning it into a grilled cheese sandwich. It's an ooey-gooey treat you won't want to put down.

Gravlax and Crème Fraiche Toasts

No matter the occasion, these gravlax-topped toasts are simple to prepare and sure to be liked. Cured salmon is a great match paired with nutty crackers, crème fraiche, capers, and dill.

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