These pinwheels come together quickly when you start with leftover taco meat. They make an appealing party appetizer served with salsa, or a fun lunch option with a salad on the side. -Cindy Reams, Philipsburg,...
Author: Taste of Home
Taquitos are a popular appetizer and these homemade ones are so much better than the frozen ones in the supermarket. If you want a little more punch to the filling, adjust the seasonings to suit your taste.-Taste...
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Treat your guests to a taste of a paradise with crab, macadamia nuts, pineapple preserves and coconut. The sweet, crunchy canapes are a breeze to make and eat.
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Puff pastry from the freezer section makes these tasty appetizers a snap to assemble. The golden-brown pinwheels get their fabulous flavor from prosciutto, Dijon mustard and Parmesan cheese.-Virginia Galloway,...
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Bake these over-sized sweet potato fries and mix them with chili powder and sugar for zing.
Author: Martha Stewart
These spicy Buffalo-style chicken wings are wonderfully seasoned. They are an easy, crowd-pleasing snack that disappears quickly. -Myra Innes, Auburn, Kansas
Author: Taste of Home
Homemade salsa picante can dress up tacos or serve as a table sauce for chips.
Author: Martha Stewart
These flavorful skewers deliver a mouthwatering kick with minimal effort. Fix them for your next party and watch them disappear. -Jalayne Luckett, Marion, Illinois
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While I was growing up, I would sit for hours reading cookbooks from cover to cover. I've carried that love of cooking with me through the years. I found this recipe when we lived in Wisconsin. - Julie...
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The crust is crispy, and the peppers give this armadillo eggs recipe a nice zesty flavor. -Peggy Campbell, Welch, Texas
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Use yellow or red bell peppers instead of orange if you wish to vary the color.
Author: Martha Stewart
A bite-sized riff on the popular Arabian Gulf seafood dish known as al jasheed, these fried croquettes call for lump crabmeat and swap out the traditional rice for fluffy mashed potatoes.
Author: Martha Stewart
During the busy holiday season, I really love special appetizers that are actually easy to prepare. This recipe fits the bill.
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: russet potatoes, oil, shredded chicken breasts, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, spinach, salt, pepper
Author: Camille Bergerson
"This zippy appetizer is my family's favorite dish using cumin," reports Darlene Babineaux of Arabi, Louisiana.
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Asparagus makes lovely finger food, especially wrapped in pastry and tasty filling. Easily assembled, it's perfect for weeknight noshing or something a little fancier for entertaining. -Linda Hall, Evington,...
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"This rich cheese spread is delicious and wonderfully attractive," says Esther Shank of Harrisonville, Virginia.
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Before the Thanksgiving feast, welcome guests and whet appetites with a relish tray -- including these Pickled Carrots, Garden Veggie Dip, Herb-Marinated Olives, and Smoky Almonds -- and a couple of classic...
Author: Martha Stewart
This protein-packed spinach salad is ready in 15 minutes
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: chicken wings, salt, pepper, BBQ sauce, root beer, BBQ sauce, brown sugar
Author: Tasty
In addition to shrimp, I serve this cheesy fondue with French bread cubes. Every bite tastes like a little gourmet grilled cheese sandwich. -Roberta Rotelle, Honey Brook, Pennsylvania
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A gathering becomes instantly festive when you offer these delicate hors d'oeuvres topped with caviar.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: rotisserie chicken, refried beans, cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, taco seasoning, tortilla chip
Author: Dhruv Vohra
My neighbor shared this easy-to-make appetizer with me, and it's been a hit whenever I've served it. I took it to our family reunion last summer and it quickly disappeared! I love it because it's simple,...
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At the Victorian-theme bridal shower I hosted, I spread this dressed-up chicken salad on bread triangles. It's also appealing served on a lettuce leaf. Apples and dried cranberries add color and tang....
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It's a hit at state fairs everywhere, but you can make this salty-sweet concoction at home. Some say bacon is perfect as is, but chocolate makes everything better! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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This novel recipe is a fast and tasty change from fried chicken.-Sister Judith LaBrozzi, Canton, Ohio
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Skip the prefab dips in the market; this homemade version calls for caramelized Vidalia onions and reduced-fat sour cream and cream cheese for all the flavor you love with less guilt.
Author: Martha Stewart
I always come home with an empty plate when I take this special baked brie recipe to holiday parties. It looks fancy but is actually quite easy to make. -Carolyn DeKryger, Fremont, Michigan
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This is the perfect appetizer for most any occasion. The tasty bites are easy to assemble and brush with prepared barbecue sauce. When we have a big cookout, they're always a hit...but they make a nice...
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Guests are quick to dig into this delectable dip. With tender chunks of chicken and Asian seasoning, it's a nice switch from traditional taco dip. -Bonnie Mazur, Reedsburg, Wisconsin
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I can't tell you how many times I'm asked to bring this easy dip to holidays, birthday parties or girls' weekend getaways. It's fresh and light, and it has the Asian flavors that make it stand out. The...
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A classic dip gets a wake-up call when fresh broccoli florets are swapped in for canned artichokes. And since this version is served at room temperature, you don't even have to turn on the oven!
Author: Martha Stewart
Just by using different types of beans, you can make this dip as spicy as you like it. My family could eat this as a complete meal. -Jeanne Shear, Sabetha, Kansas
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This artichoke bruschetta recipe is reminiscent of the hot artichoke dips served in restaurants. It comes together quickly and can easily be doubled or tripled.-Amy Sauser, Omaha, Nebraska
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People can't get enough of these pop-in-your-mouth mini frittatas. They're a cinch to make, freeze well and the recipe easily doubles for a crowd. -Nancy Statkevicus, Tucson, Arizona
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Even simple mesclun greens deserve special attention: These get an easy Dijon-mustard vinaigrette and toasted baguette slices topped with melted goat cheese.
Author: Martha Stewart
Perhaps nothing so perfectly captures the sweet, salty essence of the sea as an oyster on the half shell. The Hog Island Oyster Company in Marshall, California, harvests some of the most delicious oysters...
Author: Martha Stewart
This simple yet elegant tart gives any casual get-together a touch of class. It's wonderful as a lunch entree and also perfect as part of a springtime brunch buffet. -Erin Chilcoat, Central Islip, New...
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Reel in a breezy taste of the seashore with these delectable, crispy-coated crab cakes. The refreshing, lip-smacking lime sauce adds a delightful summery tang to this old-fashioned favorite. -Marjie Gaspar,...
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My dad loves these stuffed eggs, which are a Southern favorite. I've been cooking since I became a teenager, and this is one of my original recipes.
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My family asks for these saucy meatballs all year long. I like to make them with ground beef in the winter and ground turkey in the spring.-Rachelle Stratton, Rock Springs, Wyoming
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Using assorted dried fruit adds a colorful twist to this classic after-school snack.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil turn crisp, fresh sugar snap peas into a refreshing side dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
Unless you plan to make two, don't count on leftovers. As an appetizer or side, this cheesy flatbread will be devoured in less time than it takes to bake. And that's not long! -Suzanne Zick, Maiden, North...
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We grill peppers with rosemary and garlic, then blend them with sun-dried tomatoes for a creamy spread to pass with pita chips. -Donna Alwine, Bloomington, Indiana
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I'm known for the variety of appetizers that I serve for any holiday gathering. I continually try to include new recipes, but this dip is always on the table. It takes a little more time to make than most...
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A few years ago, I came across this clams casino recipe in the back of my files when I was looking for a special appetizer. Everyone raved about it. Now it's often-requested dish. -Paula Sullivan, Barker,...
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