Guests will never guess a dish so flavorful could take only 10 minutes of hands-on prep and no cooking! Great as a side dish or tempting tidbit on a relish tray, this versatile recipe is from Billie Moss...
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I'm an Iowa gardener and I like to feature sweet corn in my recipes. These cute, easy-to-eat bites are a fun change from the usual appetizers. -Margaret Blair, Lorimor, Iowa
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Inspired by Mediterranean classics such as pissaladiere and focaccia,this tart has a soft, chewy, rosemary-imbued crust. Sweet caramelized onions and roastedtomatoes settle in next to piquant black olives...
Author: Martha Stewart
This appealing Southwest-inspired dip can be made well in advance. If we don't have tortilla chips on hand, we serve it with crackers. -Ashley Donovan, Glasgow, Kentucky
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I adapted this tomato appetizer from a stuffed mushroom recipe that I've used for years. The tasty little treats always win compliments-they're perfect at parties or for potlucks and salad luncheons. Best...
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It doesn't get much easier, or more delicious, than this hot Italian sandwich recipe. These sandwiches are the perfect appetizer for parties, gatherings or a hungry family. -Joan Hallford, North Richland...
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At holiday time, I always have cream cheese and crabmeat on hand. In case of drop-ins, I just mix up an easy spread by adding mango chutney and spices. -Jennifer Phillips, Goffstown, New Hampshire
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Your guests are in for a sweet surprise when they try this chocolate chip cheese ball-it tastes just like cookie dough! Rolled in chopped pecans, this chip-studded spread is wonderful on regular or chocolate...
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Color it Christmas with a platter of red and green apple slices piled 'round a bowl of this yummy no-fuss fruit dip! The dip also goes well with strawberries, grapes and kiwi.
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Folks will think you're spoiling them when you serve this wonderful shrimp mousse! Molded in a ring, it looks fancy even as it feeds a crowd.
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Here's what you need: dill pickles, mozzarella cheese, ham, all-purpose flour, panko breadcrumbs, large eggs, oil, spicy mayonnaise
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"These savory bean and vegetable quesadillas are great for those who love Mexican flavors but can't handle too much heat," Cherylyn Radford explains from Fox Creek, Alberta. "I like to serve slices with...
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A magazine featured this recipe years ago, and it's still my favorite salmon. Just add crackers for a super simple yet elegant appetizer. -Norma Fell, Boyne City, Michigan
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"There are never leftovers when I serve these! This recipe is from a friend, but I modified it for a slimmer version that tastes as good as the original." Cathy Barger - Clarksville, Michigan
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This creamy, melt-in-your-mouth dip, served with assorted fruits, makes a refreshing accompaniment to a holiday cheese tray. -Trish Gehlhar, Ypsilanti, North Dakota
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My sister craves this appetizer so much that I made a batch and carried it on the plane when I flew to New Mexico to visit her. The combination of creamy Brie with earthy sauteed mushrooms is scrumptious....
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Here's what you need: ground chicken, egg, panko breadcrumbs, garlic, fresh ginger, soy sauce, scallion, salt, pepper, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, sriracha, brown sugar, garlic, fresh ginger,...
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Stuffed mushrooms are superstars in the hot appetizer category. I use baby portobello mushrooms and load them with creamy goat cheese and sweet red peppers. -Mike Bass, Alvin, Texas
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I make them these deviled eggs and refrigerate them in a glass gallon jar for my husband to sell at his tavern. The customers love them! I found the recipe in an old cookbook years ago. -Marjorie Hennig,...
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Nearly every time my girlfriends and I get together, we dip into this rich and creamy snack and our favorite bottle of wine. It's so convenient to use the slow cooker to make this recipe-it's a perfect...
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Folks will think you fussed over this pretty appetizer, but it took our Test Kitchen only minutes to top a round of smooth and creamy brie with warm sweet apricots. This is one easy appetizer certain to...
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After making little bacon-wrapped sausages for years, I needed a change! I had an extra sweet potato and half a package of bacon on hand, so I put on my thinking cap and came up with this treat. -Kelly...
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Like deep-fried pickles? You'll love this version even more. Dill pickle slices are coated with panko bread crumbs and spices, then air-fried until crispy. Dip them in ranch dressing for an appetizer you...
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I tried these meatballs at a birthday party for a friend, and now I make them all the time. They are super easy to make and perfect for a potluck or a Sunday afternoon football game. -Lisa Castelli, Pleasant...
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Four ingredients are all you need to bake up these golden appetizers. They pair perfectly with a bowl of soup or can be served as an after-school snack.-Mary Martin, Columbus, Kansas
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I came across this recipe years ago. Everyone who tries these little toasts absolutely loves them. The pesto is easy to find in the grocery store, and it blends beautifully with the tangy, creamy goat...
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Hot wings got their start in Buffalo, New York, in a kitchen. Although there was no game on at the time, today spicy wings and cool sauces are traditional game-day fare. Cayenne, red sauce and spices keep...
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These cute little sausage and bacon bites are finger-licking good. They have a sweet and salty taste that's fun for breakfast or as an appetizer. -Cara Flora, Kokomo, Indiana
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This colorful corn relish is delicious with grilled chicken or shrimp. It also pairs well with the piquant flavors of quesadillas or crab cakes.
Author: Martha Stewart
You'll usually find a batch of these meatballs in my freezer. The slightly sweet sauce nicely complements the spicy pork sausage. -Genie Brown, Roanoke, Virginia
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Crisp and cheesy, these Mexican-style snacks from field editor Jeri Dobrowski of Beach, North Dakota are fun and flavorful. "We hosted a family reunion one spring and made a fiesta dinner. Everyone loved...
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For an extra indulgent hors d'oeuvre, top this cheddar cheese shortbread with smoked salmon and caviar, and serve with glasses of champagne.
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Sweet and delicious, figs make the perfect pairing for a thin slice of Prosciutto di Parma -- which, by the way, is nitrate-free and low in saturated fat. Get more healthy holiday recipes
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These zesty little cups rank high on my list of favorites because they combine three things I look for in a recipe: fast, easy and delicious! They make a simply fantastic finger food for parties, and my...
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Here's what you need: large watermelon, cucumber, red onion, salt, feta cheese, balsamic vinegar
Author: Tara Botwinick
The secret ingredient in these quick and tangy grilled shrimp skewers is orange-juice concentrate, which brings a sweet-tart intensity to the basting mixture that is balanced out by savory onion, sharp...
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I love bacon-wrapped recipes, and these sweet-smoky snacks are easy to make and fun to eat, so be prepared with an extra batch. For a change, sprinkle them with a bit of blue cheese or toasted almonds....
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Can meatballs be lucky? My guys think so, and they want them for game time. My beef, sausage and cheese recipe has a big fan following. -Jill Hill, Dixon, Illinois
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Mulligatawny means "pepper water" in Tamil. It is a traditional soup from southern India, brought to Europe by the British. This vivid version includes chicken broth, coconut milk, lentils, and plenty...
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To save last-minute prep time -- and allow the flavors to develop even more -- make these tangy mushrooms a day ahead. Serve them with store-bought olives and pickled hot or sweet peppers as an antipasto...
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In this method adapted from Giuilano Bugialli's "Classic Techniques of Italian Cooking," dry pasta such as penne or rigatoni bakes with fresh or canned tomatoes. The result: Deeply flavorful, tender, authentic...
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Here's what you need: chicken breast, taco seasoning, vegetable oil, onion, garlic cloves, bell peppers, lime, tortillas, butter, shredded cheese
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This colorful, freshly-made salsa tastes wonderful on fish tacos. The garlic and veggies nicely complement the peach and mango flavors.-Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California
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These cucumber appetizers are light, refreshing, and delicious! Make cucumber bites, mini-sandwiches, and cucumber bruschetta for your next party, and your guests will thank you.
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??These mini cheese balls are perfect for any gathering, no matter what time of year it is! Kids love the cheesy, salty flavor, and adults appreciate how easy they are to make. -Carole Lanthier, Courtice,...
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"Tangy marinated artichokes add flavor to both the crust and the topping of this delicious specialty pizza," says Pamela Brooks of South Berwick, Maine.
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Here's what you need: medium sweet potato, olive oil, fresh rosemary, salt, freshly ground black pepper
Author: Merle O'Neal
Filled with sausage, sweet pepper and cream cheese, these roll-ups are excellent for unexpected visitors, a cocktail party or a halftime snack. Besides being easy to make, they can be done way ahead and...
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