This recipe is so good, no one will guess how quickly you put it together. These little bites are delicious and decadent! -Stephanie Howard, Oakland, California
Author: Taste of Home
Set this appetizer dip out for a football game, birthday party or even for an elegant holiday get-together. It's so worth the effort! -Erin Conner, Riverside, California
Author: Taste of Home
Steamed carrots are pureed with cumin, ginger, cinnamon, cayenne, and tahini to create a robustly flavored appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
A flaky puff pastry crust holds sweet caramelized onions and creamy goat cheese for an easy yet upscale appetizer. The recipe is a must on all our entertaining menus. -Heidi Ellis, Monument, Colorado
Author: Taste of Home
Our family's holiday dinners include a giant antipasto, and my mom's anchovy stuffed peppers are always the star dish. There isn't a holiday that we don't make them in her honor. Serve warm or cold with...
Author: Taste of Home
I entertain a lot and am always looking for an easy crowd pleaser. If it's a dish in which I can use fresh ingredients from my herb and vegetable garden, it's even better! I serve this dip in individual...
Author: Taste of Home
Cornbread with rosemary and olive oil is just barely sweet; match it up with cheese, olives, and white wine.
Author: Martha Stewart
You can serve these simple roasted pepper strips with toasted or grilled rustic bread as a light first course, or use them in sandwiches or salads.
Author: Martha Stewart
Because blue crabs are so plentiful in Maryland, we're always looking for new ways to enjoy them. This recipe is easy, elegant and delicious!
Author: Taste of Home
I made this recipe often when I worked in the food service area of a local university. The cream pairs well with scones and muffins. -Carol Allen, Emporia, Kansas
Author: Taste of Home
Take this perennial party food and give it an upscale twist with smoked salmon. Your guests will be delighted with the results. -Jan Valdez, Chicago, Illinois
Author: Taste of Home
My husband and I team up to make this appetizer, though it is easy to do alone. Tasty, easy and vanishes as soon as it is placed on the table. What more could you ask for!
Author: ROBIN JOYE
Baby artichokes fry up quickly; as the outer leaves crisp, the center becomes meltingly tender.
Author: Martha Stewart
These special occasion-worthy bite-sized spuds are crowned with sour cream and caviar. Tip: these melt-in-your-mouth morsels pair especially well with a glass of bubbly-cheers!
Author: Greg Lofts
These samosa-inspired puff-pastry triangles are filled with spiced chicken and peas. Their savory taste is not the only wonderful thing about them. Unbaked, they can be frozen for up to one month, so you...
Author: Martha Stewart
The humble radish has its day blended with cream cheese on pumpernickel bread.
Author: Martha Stewart
An assortment of herbs, including tarragon, parsley, and chives, gives these simple baked clams from Peter Lo Cascio, a Martha Stewart Center for Living charity winner, their fresh flavor. Serve for a...
Author: Martha Stewart
Inexpensive and impressive, this recipe is a must have anytime you want to wow your guests without spending all day in the kitchen!-Cristina Mathers of San Miguel, California
Author: Taste of Home
A homemade cucumber yogurt sauce complements tender slices of beef in this recipe. Both the meat and sauce are conveniently made in advance. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
Look no farther than your own freezer for an anytime appetizer -- or a light meal. Either way, these Greek-style pies come in handy.
Author: Martha Stewart
Boursin cheese can be expensive to buy. This homemade version is budget friendly and is fabulous. Your guest won't realize you made it.-Debra Chylik, Valley View, Ohio
Author: Taste of Home
My boyfriend's mother gave me the idea for this classy appetizer that I serve for Sunday brunch and on special occasions like New Year's Eve. The textures and flavors of the dill, cream cheese and smoked...
Author: Taste of Home
Immersing vegetables briefly in boiling water brightens their colors and makes them crisp-tender; it also lets you cook them partially to use in recipes later.
Author: Martha Stewart
"This is a favorite standby of mine when I need a quick appetizer," says Kathryn Goecke of Montrose, Colorado. The creamy dill dip, with chunks of shrimp and cucumber, makes a nice change from the standard...
Author: Taste of Home
Crispy lardons (bacon strips) team up with tender cooked eggs and peppery greens in this classic bistro salad.
Author: Martha Stewart
These savory bites always bake up golden brown and delicious. The tasty cheese-and-olive filling goes inside the cooled puffs just before serving. -Arline Hofland, Deer Lodge, Montana
Author: Taste of Home
Topped with crisp veggies, this fresh-tasting pizza makes a cool appetizer on a warm day. Leslie Hampel of Palmer, Texas shares the recipe.
Author: Taste of Home
We like to call this recipe the grown-up version of an after-school snack. Pair it with our Ruby Red Tequila Cocktails for a complete happy-hour lineup.
Author: Martha Stewart
Karen Bernhardt Toolan of Clifford Township, Pennsylvania, sent us this recipe for her twist on potato pancakes. She says, "These are great as a side dish at dinner, with fried eggs for breakfast, or as...
Author: Martha Stewart
This versatile crab spread can be served warm or cold. Either way, it's delicious!
Author: Taste of Home
Deviled eggs are classic American fare at spring and summer picnics, family reunions, and church suppers. This recipe calls for a topping of caviar. Find Imperial Dark Osetra Malossol caviar at Urbani...
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: avocados, lime, roma tomatoes, red onion, fresh cilantro, garlic, salt, chili powder, butter, scallion clove, cheddar cheese, monterey jack cheese, milk, cornstarch, mild green chillis,...
Author: Arielle Benedek
Our family adores broccoli casserole. I wanted to try it as an appetizer, so I used a pecan tassie recipe for the crust. The result? We're talking scrumptious. -Gail Gaiser, Ewing, New Jersey
Author: Taste of Home
Hawaiian-style appetizer great for parties. This recipe was given to me by my mother-in-law and is a huge hit with everyone!
Author: charmed_1
Here's what you need: russet potato, garlic, fresh flat-leaf parsley, grated parmesan cheese, large eggs, salt, black pepper, mozzarella cheese, all-purpose flour, plain breadcrumbs, oil, marinara sauce,...
Author: Kiano Moju
Our pastor made this for a get-together, and my husband and I just couldn't stay away from the hors d'oeuvres table. The cheesy slices taste great served warm, but they're still wonderful when they've...
Author: Taste of Home
Craving something crunchy? These spicy roasted chickpeas will give you healthy satisfaction without too much salt or saturated fat.
Author: Martha Stewart
Bake a batch of these moist and delicious treats when guests are expected for brunch. A cup of cornmeal in the batter adds just the right amount of texture. You can also substitute frozen blueberries for...
Author: Martha Stewart
Who doesn't love taking a bite out of lettuce wraps? Whether you serve them as a starter or the main course, this Asian-inspired recipe is absolutely delicious. Our version is made with ground turkey,...
Author: Martha Stewart
A creamy fruit filling is tucked inside flaky phyllo dough in this special appetizer. One big batch never lasts long at my house!
Author: Taste of Home
Mini turkey burgers are a fun and easy way to satisfy appetites of all ages.Make our delicious Sweet Potato Fries to go with them!
Author: Martha Stewart
Croquettes are adorned with parsley for these bite-size appetizers.
Author: Martha Stewart
Cooking is something I've always enjoyed...particularly when I'm doing it for people who enjoy eating! This dish is such a family favorite that I'll buy a ham sometimes just so I can make. I'm a city bus...
Author: Taste of Home
Serve these mushrooms with a loaf of rustic bread and a soft, creamy cheese, like an herb-coated Camembert.
Author: Martha Stewart
Crisp endive adds a touch of elegance to this special, easy shrimp recipe. Despite its fancy looks, it's a breeze to prepare! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Author: Taste of Home
This is a sensational variation on traditional pizza. It's creamy, sweet and a little salty, with a buttery crunch from the pine nuts. I like to serve it with mixed baby greens salad and a vinaigrette....
Author: Taste of Home