The blue cheese in place of the expected mozzarella gives this pizza a surprising and sophisticated taste. It's excellent as an entree or appetizer-it can be prepared in a round pizza pan as well. -Beverly...
Author: Taste of Home
Did you know you could eat the flower on the end of a zucchini? Zucchini blossoms are considered a delicacy in some cultures. Try frying them to make a beautiful and delicious appetizer that is sure to...
Author: Rachel Gaewski
It seems like I'm always hosting a shower, birthday or other celebration. This spread is fast to fix.
Author: Taste of Home
This "butter" is cooked slowly until it is concentrated and deep red. It makes a wonderful breakfast, served with toast.
Author: Martha Stewart
Get your vegetables even when you don't feel like cooking. Garlic and cayenne give green beans and wax beans a pleasant heat.
Author: Martha Stewart
A new take on a classic nosh: These olives are stuffed with creamy blue cheese and fried.
Author: Martha Stewart
"Every Christmas Eve, our family has a special hors d'oeuvre supper and this seafood-stuffed dip is a much-requested staple," says Terry Flewelling of Lacombe, Alberta. "I got the recipe from a friend,...
Author: Taste of Home
When a colleague brought this cheesy dip to school for a teachers potluck, I immediately gave it an A+. I had to have the recipe for this irresistibly creamy recipe to make for my family! -Ardyce Piehl,...
Author: Taste of Home
The oven does the work in this sweet, cheesy appetizer. Cherry tomatoes are roasted with fresh herbs and paired with a slightly nutty, creamy cheese. Serve with plenty of crusty bread or go all out South...
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: chicken breast, Doritos Nacho Cheese-Flavored Tortilla Chips, all purpose flour, eggs, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, blue cheese, hot sauce,...
Author: Kyle Richmond
Guests will think you spent hours preparing these cute appetizers, but they're really easy to assemble, using purchased puff pastry. And the tasty combination of Brie, caramelized onions and caraway is...
Author: Taste of Home
My daughter was the first to try this recipe. She thought it was so good she passed it on to me. My husband and I think it's terrific. Because it's made in a slow cooker, it's perfect for parties or busy...
Author: Taste of Home
The beauty of this dish is that it can be served many ways: over rice, tossed with pasta, plain with a side of crusty herb buttered bread, or as an appetizer with small toothpicks. And don't forget: the...
Author: Martha Stewart
A rich, custardlike mousse is included on the paté plate with high success at La Boucherie. Liver loves bacon, so fry a few pieces and enjoy this highly palatable first course. -Matthew Lawrence, Vashon,...
Author: Taste of Home
How stunning is this simple shellfish starter? Marinate shrimp with fresh herbs such as cilantro and parsley, garlic, lemon, and jalapeño peppers, then grill until charred and perfectly pink.
Author: Martha Stewart
For an extra layer of flavor, use a garlic- or herb-infused oil.
Author: Martha Stewart
Everyone simply loves these because they are extra crunchy from the addition of rice cereal. I strongly suggest serving these round wafers alongside a dish of pepper jelly and a block of softened cream...
Author: Southern Living Test Kitchen
This is my favorite appetizer to serve party guests. The flavors in this colorful dish blend beautifully, and the shrimp are tender and tasty.-Carol Gawronski, Lake Wales, Florida
Author: Taste of Home
These spicy barbecue wings are so easy to make. I fix a double batch since my family thinks they're great. You should see them disappear! -Joan Rose, Langley, British Columbia
Author: Taste of Home
"After a card game one evening, our hostess served graham crackers spread with prepared strawberry cream cheese," writes Carol Gaus of Itasca, Illinois. "The flavor combination was delicious. So I decided...
Author: Taste of Home
This creamy, briny, crunchy bite is perfect for cocktail hour.
Author: Martha Stewart
With black beans, avocados, corn, peppers and cilantro, this family bean dip has lots of flavor and texture. This dip came about when I was experimenting with a similar recipe one day.
Author: Taste of Home
"We live on Kodiak Island off the coast of Alaska, and salmon is one of our favorite foods," writes Becky Applebee of Chiniak, Alaska. "This elegant dish was the star attraction at the open house we hosted...
Author: Taste of Home
People love these hearty little sandwich wedges. The recipe is great for a party and can be made the day before.-Gareth Craner, Minden, Nevada
Author: Taste of Home
This Shrimp and Crab Dip recipe is an easy to whip up and can be served hot or cold. Loaded with sweet and plump shrimp and crab, this crab dip will soon be a family favorite.
Author: Laura Bashar | Family Spice
These power-packed treats are easy to prepare, fun to eat, and full of protein and whole grains.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: pie crust, onion, pumpkin, bacon, ground sage, oil, eggs, sour cream, milk, salt, pepper, egg
Author: Eva Merz
A quick and easy recipe with bacon, tomatoes, and avocados. A great base to add a variety of toppings and get the kids involved in the kitchen. We love making these for lunch and as appetizers with whatever...
Author: tcasa
Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, plain breadcrumbs, flour, eggs, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried basil, dried oregano, pepper
Author: Claire Nolan
Here's a real crowd-pleaser for an appetizer table or brunch buffet. A whole piece of crispy bacon is rolled into each spiral. It's so good with the apricot preserves, which make it a sweet-and-salty treat....
Author: Taste of Home
This salad also tastes great with grilled chicken added.
Author: Martha Stewart
Communion is an essential Christian ritual. The job of baking the bread for it is important. How do you bake this bread? Here are 12 amazing recipes!
Author: Jess Smith
Look for a variety of young radishes at your grocery store or farmers' market; they come in different colors, shapes, and sizes.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fresh herbs and lime juice brighten these skewers of silken tuna.
Author: Martha Stewart
This quick cheese spread can be made ahead and chilled or just whipped up and served immediately.#151;Jenny Rodriquez, Pasco, Washington
Author: Taste of Home
The smooth texture of acorn squash gives this pureed soup its character; only a little half-and-half and butter are needed.
Author: Martha Stewart
The cumin gives an extra kick to these baked sweet-potato wedges.
Author: Martha Stewart
"This satisfying snack is real treat for my husband, who's watching his weight," reports Cindy Smith of Adel, Iowa. "Crushed pineapple adds a hint of sweetness to my low-fat version of a spread sold at...
Author: Taste of Home
For a memorable meatball party snack with a tangy non-traditional sauce, I suggest this recipe. The meatballs are mouthwatering.-Jim Ulberg, Elk Rapids, Michigan
Author: Taste of Home
"Sometimes I use fewer mushrooms than this recipe calls for and really pile up the stuffing." -Sandy Harz, Grand Haven, Michigan
Author: Taste of Home
Kids love making these simple pizza crackers. I like to use pizza sauce from a squeeze bottle to make it easier for them. Just make sure an adult is there to put the crackers in the oven. -Tonya Sanders,...
Author: Taste of Home
For the best texture, use lump crab meat and each ingredient listed. No substitutions! Serve with crusty baguette, sturdy crackers, celery, or fresh pita. For more success tips and to learn which crab...
Author: Sally
These cheesy and easy four-ingredient appetizers will remind you of brie baked 'en croûte'-which is the French term for anything baked in pastry. Here, the delicious handheld parcels are made from storebought...
Author: Greg Lofts
Prepare half the skewers with fresh bay leaves and half with thyme.
Author: Martha Stewart
These stuffed mushrooms are can't-stop-eating-them good. For variations, I sometimes substitute venison or crabmeat for the pork sausage in the stuffing. -Sheryl Siemonsma, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Author: Taste of Home
Sweet spring asparagus is wrapped in pancetta, rolled in sesame seeds, lightly fried, and then skewered.
Author: Martha Stewart
Everyone loves this mouthwatering starter with just a few ingredients. We appreciate that it's a fast, simple way to use up extra tomatoes from our garden. -Linda Green, Ardmore, Oklahoma
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: cheddar cheese, ham, medium russet potatoes, salt, pepper, flour, egg, oil
Author: Julie Klink
Little extras, like crumbled feta and red wine vinegar, take this creamy dip of artichoke hearts, spinach and Parmesan to the next level. Just throw the whole nine yards into a slow cooker and this dip...
Author: Taste of Home