During the busy holiday season, you just can't beat convenient slow cooker recipes like this that let you visit with guests instead of working away in the kitchen. -Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri
Author: Taste of Home
Combined in a sensational bite-size package are some of my favorites items-blue cheese, pears and walnut. My coworkers snatch them up when I bring them in for office festivities.-Heidi Der, Stow, Ohio
Author: Taste of Home
Looking for a quick cheesy ranch dip video recipe? Give our flavorful bacon cheddar ranch dip a try, using a ranch mix packet and sour cream.
Author: Hidden Valley
This recipe is a convenient make-ahead snack. I love the garlic flavor in these roll-ups. Every time I serve them, they're a hit. -Andrea Bolden, Unionville, Tennessee
Author: Taste of Home
Sea salt gives these roasted nuts a clean, salty flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
Potlucks at work just aren't the same without this deliciously rich spread. -Kathy Fehr, Fairbury, Illinois
Author: Taste of Home
Our home economists came up with this Asian-style dish featuring a simple-to-prepare peanut sauce. It's a hearty addition to an appetizer buffet.
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For a simple hot snack that really hits the spot on a cool fall evening, put together a plate of these crisp potato skins. -Andrea Holcomb, Torrington, Connecticut
Author: Taste of Home
Skewering the onion slices through all the layers ensures ease of grilling and keeps pieces of onion from falling through the grill.
Author: Martha Stewart
All of my favorite Southwestern ingredients are combined in this savory cheesecake. It looks and tastes fantastic! -Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: russet potatoes, canola oil, salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, ketchup
Author: Tasty
This thick fondue originated in my kitchen when I didn't have all of the ingredients I needed to make the recipe I initially planned to prepare. Served with bread cubes, it has since become a staple, particularly...
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Kids of all ages will go crazy for these appetizers that taste like a BLT. They're crisp on the outside...and ooey, gooey and oh-so-good inside!-Virginia Warner, Carson City, Nevada
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We like to munch on this tasty dip before dinner is ready. I also take it along to tail-gating or card-playing parties.-Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas
Author: Taste of Home
We love this salsa made mostly with fresh garden vegetables. It's healthy, and you can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your own tastes. -Dawn Gilson, Denmark, Wisconsin
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These classic potato skins, baked until crisp, are the perfect easy-to-make side.
Author: Martha Stewart
Low-carb cauliflower Buffalo bites cook up fast in the air fryer, making them an easy snack or side dish. I serve them with a flavorful dip made with cottage cheese that's packed with protein compared...
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Here's what you need: large eggs, ground sausage, green onion, garlic, mustard, salt, pepper, flour, seasoned bread crumb, vegetable oil
Author: Tasty
I served these at a party and everyone went wild! These delicious morsels have a crispy flaky outside filled with creamy sweet crab that has a little kick. I used scalloped-edge cookie cutters to cut my...
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These wings are guaranteed to have your guests licking their fingers clean! If desired, you can replace the seasonings listed in the recipe with 1/4 cup purchased blackened seasoning. -Corey Russo, Orono,...
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It's hard to beat the sweet, tangy taste of fresh salsa on a hot summer day. This makes a great topping for grilled fish or chicken. If serving with chips, be sure you have enough-it'll go fast. Teri Rasey...
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These tasty crab cakes are perfect for appetizers, or try them with a salad for a light meal. -Cindy Worth, Lapwai, Idaho
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I first made this for an open house three years ago and everybody liked it. It's easy to make and tastes delicious. Cheesecake is popular in these parts-it's fun to have it for an appetizer instead of...
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Toss this mix with two pounds of potatoes before grilling. Once they have finished cooking, sprinkle the potatoes with fresh lime juice, if desired.
Author: Martha Stewart
An Onion Blossoms-whole onions cut to resemble a flower and then deep-fried-were the talk of the town when served at a popular local festival in northwestern Louisiana. Steve Watkins of Liar's Pub in Bossier...
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My husband fine-tuned this recipe-and the results were spectacular! These spicy-hot grilled wings help make the party. You can easily adjust the heat level by altering the amount of chili powder and cayenne....
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This tart showcases the thyme flavoring of the goat cheese filling.
Author: Martha Stewart
Chevre toasts with pesto make for a delightful accompaniment to any salad.
Author: Martha Stewart
Everyone loves spinach dip, and this version is as easy as it is delicious. Just mix the ingredients together in the slow cooker for a savory and creamy appetizer. -Michaela Debelius, Waddell, Arizona
Author: Taste of Home
Whip up these egg gems for a satisfying hors d'oeuvre. Have your mini-muffin tins ready.
Author: Martha Stewart
I'm a busy stay-at-home mom with a 3-year-old son. I love this recipe because it's easy to prepare in advance and keep refrigerated. Put it in the oven when guests arrive, and by the time you've poured...
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I make spinach and artichoke dip for party guests all the time, but I wanted to give it a Mexican twist. I amped up this app with smoky chipotle chilies and tangy lime for an unexpected kick. -Joseph A....
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Serve this appetizer with Yukon Gold Potato Blini from chef Thomas Keller's "The French Laundry Cookbook."
Author: Martha Stewart
These crispy nachos have always been a big hit in our house. Topped with kid-friendly ingredients like ground beef and cheddar cheese, they're sure to be requested by your children. And older kids enjoy...
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Ever since I found this recipe in a magazine years ago, these seafood-stuffed morsels have been making my family and friends merry every Christmas.
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This recipe for grilled halloumi cheese with preserved lemons and olives is courtesy of Jeremy Meltzer.
Author: Martha Stewart
Cheese balls can be made in advance and people love the variety. This one makes a wonderful holiday gift or hostess gift. To use as a spread, omit the 1 cup of pecans and 1/2 cup cranberries used to coat...
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I like to tinker around in the kitchen and experiment with a variety of foods, including salsa. This chunky, colorful version makes a big batch, but it will be gone before you know it! -Jan Daniels, Rochester,...
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Andrea Bolden from Unionville, Tennessee writes, "With its colorful flecks of green onion and pimiento, this cheese ball is great as a Christmas or New Year's appetizer. It can be made with fat-free cheeses...
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After trying to make my own pies (and failing miserably with the crust), I decided to try something new with the same great pumpkin pie taste. I came up with this awesome creamy dip. -Christy Johnson,...
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Enjoy pea soup in a whole new way! The garnish is curried crab, which will catch everyone by surprise. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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"My mother gave me this recipe more than 10 years ago," writes Tracy Peters of Corinth, Mississippi. "Since then, I've made these lip-smacking wings for all different occasions."
Author: Taste of Home
Serve my fiery hot wings on game day or any time friends and family gather. If you don't like a ton of sweetness, add the honey slowly and taste as you go. -Logan Holser, Clarkston, Michigan
Author: Taste of Home
You will love every layer of our crunchy, creamy dip. It's great for summer entertaining and game-day parties.
Author: Martha Stewart
This is a simple, elegant dish using fresh basil. Our university women's gourmet group raved about it, and due to its simplicity, it has become my favorite entertaining dish.-Laura Hamilton, Belleville,...
Author: Taste of Home
My family raves about these air-fryer chimichangas. Infused with green chiles, the beefy snacks are guaranteed to liven up the party! —Kathy Rogers, Hudson, Ohio
Author: Taste of Home
These tuxedo-clad tidbits are actually ripe olives stuffed with a subtly seasoned cream cheese filling. The adorable appetizers are dressed for success with pimiento and carrot accessories. -Taste of Home...
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