Fondue is fun, but for me, the accompanying sauces are what make them even more delicious. This creamy, zippy sauce enhances the flavor of beef.-Ruth Peterson, Jenison, Michigan
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
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
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
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
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
Steamed carrots are pureed with cumin, ginger, cinnamon, cayenne, and tahini to create a robustly flavored appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
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
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
The humble radish has its day blended with cream cheese on pumpernickel bread.
Author: Martha Stewart
This versatile crab spread can be served warm or cold. Either way, it's delicious!
Author: Taste of Home
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
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
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
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
Crispy lardons (bacon strips) team up with tender cooked eggs and peppery greens in this classic bistro salad.
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
To make these super-tasty and summer-y fritters, juicy shrimp are poached in lemon water and then coated in a batter made with rice flour before being deep fried to golden brown perfection. The rice flour...
Author: Martha Stewart
This classic dish from George Germon and Johanne Killeen's Al Forno restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island, is a favorite among their patrons.
Author: Martha Stewart
Croquettes are adorned with parsley for these bite-size appetizers.
Author: Martha Stewart
A crisp coating holds marvelous melted cheese, which tastes terrific when dipped into a homemade tomato sauce.-Jay Davis, Knoxville, Tennessee
Author: Taste of Home
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
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
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
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
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
Everybody loves this simple dip. If you have any left over, spoon it on toasted English muffins for a great open-faced sandwich. -Sara Nowacki, Franklin, Wisconsin.
Author: Taste of Home
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
This is one of my favorite potluck recipes. I frequently am asked for the recipe.-Linda Harrington, Hudson, New Hampshire
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
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
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
I had some amazing marinated mushrooms in a little tapas bar in Seville when I was stationed in Spain with the U.S. Navy. A couple of months ago, I decided to see if I could make something close, and here's...
Author: Taste of Home
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
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
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
For holiday parties and summer picnics, try these stuffed wonton cups with a Southwest-style chicken filling. You can freeze them, too. Just reheat after thawing. -Lee Ann Lowe, Gray, Maine
Author: Taste of Home
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
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
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
Envelop the makings of a ham and cheese sandwich in puff pastry to create a pretty tart elegant enough for a dinner party, but practical for lunch too.
Author: Martha Stewart
Baby artichokes fry up quickly; as the outer leaves crisp, the center becomes meltingly tender.
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
I'm always looking for lighter recipes to take on tailgate outings-and this one works fabulously for grilling. Just whip up the marinade, add the chicken and take it along to the pregame festivities. -Veronica...
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
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
Craving something crunchy? These spicy roasted chickpeas will give you healthy satisfaction without too much salt or saturated fat.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: oil, medium yellow onion, ginger, garlic, asparagus, frozen peas, shredded carrot, green cabbage, salt, pepper, fresh spinach, fresh chives, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, low...
Author: Chris Salicrup
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