Here's a sweet and spicy twist on salsa. Served with chips, it's an excellent party starter. It also adds a refreshing touch on top of grilled fish or meat.-Angela Longtin, Cavalier, North Dakota
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: ground beef, italian sausage, minced garlic, fresh parsley, grated parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, italian breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, oil, slider buns, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella...
Author: Betsy Carter
This convenient and colorful party classic from Linda Austin in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey, can be made several days in advance. In fact, it actually tastes better if prepared ahead so all the fresh flavors...
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Pack on the flavor with just a few ingredients! These meatballs hit the spot. -Mary Poninski, Whittington, Illinois
Author: Taste of Home
Serve these meatball appetizers at your next gathering for easy starters your guests will love! From sliders to glazed meatballs to flatbread, these irresistible bites are delicious and easy.
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The citrus marinade for the shrimp is spiked with tequila, which makes for a very flavorful grilled appetizer, or serve over rice for a quick and easy dinner.
Author: Martha Stewart
This irresistible combo could become your new signature snack food. Park the spicy baked chips next to a bowl of the cool, creamy dip and let the gang have at it. What a fantastic twist on traditional...
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Looking for low carb? This simple snack recipe is a fantastic way to satisfy your pizza cravings while skipping the usual carb-filled crust. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Sesame seeds create an attractive coating for this easy cracker spread. Be sure to watch when you're toasting them; they burn easily. You'll find rice crackers in the ethnic food aisle. You can use any...
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My Grandma Phyllis' sweet and savory deviled eggs are unrivaled by any of the ones I've tried. The sweetness of the cherries balances the heat of the jalapeno; celery and pickles give a nice crunch. These...
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When I had my first crab cake, I was hooked from the first bite. I tried many recipes, adding and taking out ingredients until I found what I was looking for. I've used this recipe for more than 30 years.-Bob...
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With just a few ingredients, these quick-cooking skewers become an elegant starter to stave off hunger or an easy addition to any grilled menu.
Author: Martha Stewart
Carciofi alla Giudia (Jewish-style artichokes) is a classic and delicious dish originating from the Roman-Jewish community in Italy. To make a batch at home, fry up baby artichokes until crisp for a flavorful...
Author: Martha Stewart
I combined some of my favorite flavors in an easy bread to complement our Italian meals. I make the pesto, oven-dried tomatoes and roasted red peppers, but store-bought versions work too. -Sue Gronholz,...
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"A friend shared this recipe with me about 10 years ago, and it continues to be a hit," writes Camie Schuiteman of Marion, Indiana. "Serve it with potato chips, crackers or raw veggies for a snack, or...
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My mom taught me how to make egg rolls, and since she has passed away I think of her every time I make them. These air-fryer egg rolls taste so good, you'll never want a fast-food egg roll again. -Jenniffer...
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If you're looking for something special for your holiday hors d' oeuvres table, this tangy out-of-the-ordinary appetizer will fill the bill. "It is so popular with my friends that I try to keep Brie cheese...
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Artichokes can be steamed and chilled in advance and served with tarragon-flecked mayonnaise as a simple starter.
Author: Martha Stewart
For a delightfully different way to serve refreshing cucumbers, try this recipe. This creamy spread is so good with crackers or vegetables.-Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina
Author: Taste of Home
Next time you're hosting a few friends, make some magic: Put out a plate of these simple hors d'oeuvres--at once salty and sweet, creamy and crunchy--and watch them disappear.
Author: Martha Stewart
These grain-free, cheesy cauliflower breadsticks are made with vegetables instead of flour. Serve with your favorite marinara sauce.-Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
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Spinach and feta cheese top crisp slices of French bread in the festive-looking hors d'oeuvres sent in by Alina Abbott of Mesa, Arizona. "I've made these appetizers for parties, and everyone raves about...
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When I'm looking for more special appetizer, this is the recipe I reach for. I've also served these savory scallops for dinner.-Pamela MacCumbee, Berkeley Springs, West Virginia
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I took a couple of my favorite recipes and combined them into these delicious hors d'oeuvres. The colorful and impressive snacks come together easily with refrigerated crescent roll dough, prepared pesto...
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Three ingredients are all you need for Luke Walker's Mexican twist on grilled cheese. The Unionville, Ontario teenager says the tasty wedges are ideal as an after-school snack or with soup at lunchtime....
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A rich-but-worth-it appetizer, with prosciutto tucked under a blanket of bechamel sauce.
Author: Martha Stewart
Made with lager, sharp Cheddar, and nutty Gruyère, this beer cheese is perfect for game day or any casual get-together.
Author: Jennifer Segal
"The recipe for this rich cheesy bread was given to me by a co-worker's wife, and I've used it often," notes Nancy McWhorter of Bridge City, Texas. "With the tasty addition of ripe olives and onions, it's...
Author: Taste of Home
Finger sandwiches are great for active parties where guests may not sit down for a full meal.
Author: Martha Stewart
This versatile dip of roasted red peppers, raisins, and capers can be spread onto grilled flatbread, used as a sandwich condiment, or spooned over grilled chicken.
Author: Martha Stewart
We suggest pairing this garlicky dressing with mixed greens such as Boston lettuce and watercress, or drizzling it over grilled tofu or chicken for a light yet satisfying meal. If you prefer a milder dressing,...
Author: Martha Stewart
Use this recipe when making our Dried-Apricot Compote With Late-Harvest Riesling. Any fruit you choose for this recipe should be ripe but still firm.
Author: Martha Stewart
I stuffed figs with cream cheese and wrapped them in bacon and spices for an addictive flavor combo that's sweet, salty and delicious. You can use dates, too. -Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon
Author: Taste of Home
I enjoy shredded chicken dishes, Moroccan seasonings and pita sandwiches. The addition of the carrot salad laced with dates and pomegranate seeds lends an extra punch and crunch. Mini flour tortillas can...
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I grew up eating many dishes from Pureto Rico but tostones have always been a favorite dish for me. I still make the fried snacks when I miss my family. -Leah Martin, Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania
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While visiting a friend who had just moved to St. Louis, Missouri, I tried these toasted ravioli at almost every restaurant! When I got home, I had to try to replicate them, and this recipe comes pretty...
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I first tasted this quick and easy cream cheese apple dip at a friend's Christmas party. I kept going back for more. -Karen Wydrinski, Woodstock, Georgia
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Here's what you need: large head romain lettuce, cherry tomatoes, carrot, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, red wine vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, dried oregano, garlic clove, olive oil, salt,...
Author: Joey Firoben
I've tried several different artichoke dip recipes, but this one is the absolute best! I serve it at nearly every family gathering and there are never any leftovers. This is probably my most-requested...
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Cheese, jalapeno pepper, sour cream and green onions top these pretty potato slices, seasoned with dry ranch dressing mix. "I love to serve them to guests, and they love to eat them," notes Tony Horton...
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This is one of my all-time favorite appetizers. Fast and easy, the golden bites are always a huge hit. I make and freeze batches of them during asparagus season for dinner parties throughout the year....
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I get repeated requests for this easy-to-prepare appetizer. It's one of the first to disappear from the table.-Sheila Styles, Travelers Rest, South Carolina
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"I first made this zippy dip for my husband's birthday party," recalls Nikki Rosati of Franksville, Wisconsin. "So many people asked for the recipe that I photocopied it to pass out."
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The longer this creamy, beefy blend chills, the better it tastes. I usually have to make a double batch when I bring it to family gatherings. It's good not only with bite-size bagel pieces, but also with...
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Karen Mellinger Baker of Dover, Ohio blends a can of crushed pineapple into her meatballs to create a taste-tempting treat. Best of all, the sweet and tangy glaze that coats this big batch of bite-size...
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Author: Martha Stewart
I love a Reuben sandwich, and this recipe combines all of those flavors into a warm and gooey party dip. -Sylvia Metzler, Chillicothe, Ohio
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Here's what you need: large bell peppers, olive oil, medium onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, quinoa, vegetable stock, black beans, corn, shredded cheese, enchilada sauce, sour cream,...
Author: Jordan Kenna