This hearty dip is very filling! It's packed with fresh ingredients like avocados, tomatoes, onions and more.-V. Eleanor Dargo, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Author: Taste of Home
Serve this tangy dip with an artful array of vegetables.
Author: Martha Stewart
Stuffed with a pizza-style filling, these special sandwiches surprise you with a burst of flavor in every bite. They were popular with the preschool set at our son's dinosaur-theme birthday party...but...
Author: Taste of Home
"I bake these zesty appetizers for a nearby bed-and-breakfast here in Stratford, Ontario," writes Carol Grasby. "They go together in minutes, and guests never seem able to stop with just one."
Author: Taste of Home
Leeks marinated in a lemony vinaigrette are offered at room temperature
Author: Martha Stewart
These peppers are so addictive that if I want any for myself, I either need to make a double batch or hide some. The jalapenos are not that spicy after they are baked (I take out the seeds and white membrane),...
Author: Taste of Home
The beets turn these traditional latkes into a modern and festive shade of red, while carrots add a note of sweetness.
Author: Martha Stewart
These appetizers are simple to make and absolutely delicious. We love seafood here on the East Coast, so I make these often!
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: cauliflower, olive oil, salt, pepper, BBQ sauce
Author: Robin Broadfoot
Meet the Cook: Since you can chop up all the ingredients the night before, this can be ready in about 30 minutes. So it's a great after-work dinner. You can also serve it as a snack or an appetizer...similar...
Author: Taste of Home
The holidays have so many food associations for me, and one of those is fancy roasted cocktail nuts.
On pizza night, we like to switch things up with this chicken and spinach version. One taste of the ricotta cheese base and you won't miss traditional sauce one bit. -Phil Corder, Monroe, Louisiana
Author: Taste of Home
With its bright green color and shredded cheese that looks like hair, you'll think you really are eating a witch's hairy finger! These taste best when served right out of the oven because the cheese is...
Author: Taste of Home
When I want to make this as an appetizer on Christmas or New Year's, I double the recipe, using one 16-ounce can of cranberry sauce. -Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington
Author: Taste of Home
Thrill partygoers with these bone-chilling deviled eggs. The mayonnaise-filled bites are one of my favorite apps, so I had fun creating a Halloween version. -Nick Iverson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: cream cheese, smoked salmon, fresh dill, garlic powder, black pepper, large cucumbers
Author: Kiano Moju
I came across this easy idea when looking for something new and unique to impress guests. The slightly sweet spread received rave reviews from friends. Try it with celery sticks or crackers the next time...
Author: Taste of Home
An appetizer bursting with flavor from bleu cheese, caramelized onion, jam and balsamic vinegar-tasty bites that vanish in a hurry. -Debbie Reid, Clearwater, Florida
Author: Taste of Home
Fontina cheese adds a lot of flavor, but if you can't find it, use whole-milk mozzarella.
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe for roasted mussels, courtesy of Sam Hayward of Fore Street, brings the delicious taste of the sea to any meal.
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe is from Entertaining with Emeril, episode 2.
Author: Martha Stewart
This slightly sweet dip is always a big hit at family gatherings. It's a nice addition to a brunch buffet. -Cynthia Hawks, Hamburg, New York
Author: Taste of Home
Peas and bacon give this traditional appetizer a nice little twist. A family favorite, these deviled eggs are always first to disappear from the table. -Abi McMahon, Sherman Oaks, California
Author: Taste of Home
These pretty pinwheels are loaded with cheese, imitation crabmeat and black olives. Using refrigerated crescent rolls is so convenient.-Lisa Harke, Old Monroe, Missouri
Author: Taste of Home
As a way to encourage my kids to eat more fruit, I prepare this fluffy dip several times a month. Partygoers also appreciate a more nutritious snack option. -Sonja Whitchurch, St. Thomas, Ontario
Author: Taste of Home
If you've never tried or are not sure how to make fried pickles, step up to the plate and try these puffy golden bites. They're a delicious accompaniment to a burger or a sandwich. For a fun and different...
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: biscuit dough, mozzarella cheese, basil pesto, butter, garlic cloves
Author: Tasty
A refreshing salad rolled up in rice paper is one of Vietnam's culinary treasures.
Author: Martha Stewart
Cheese and marjoram fillup marinated hot cherry peppers.
Author: Martha Stewart
Liven up your next party with this distinctive cheese recipe from "Simple, Fresh, Southern: Knockout Dishes with Down-Home Flavor," by chefs Matt and Ted Lee.Also try:-Black Pepper Buttermilk Fresh Cheese-...
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Taste of Home
Combine and toss! Our Original Ranch Snack Mix recipe is ready to be served with 2 simple steps. This snack is perfect for parties, game night, and movie night.
Author: Hidden Valley
It wouldn't be Christmas at our house without this zippy, well-seasoned cheese ball-my husband's absolute favorite. The family starts asking about it 2 weeks before the holidays! It's also a big hit at...
Author: Taste of Home
A pickling liquid made with beets, white balsamic vinegar, and aromatics gives these diminutive eggs their striking color and flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
"These savory wedges aren't hard to make, but they taste great," writes Danielle McIntyre of Medicine Hat, Alberta. "They're terrific served with soups, salads and pasta dishes."
Author: Taste of Home
Mushroom Croustades are a one-bite, timeless, crowd-pleasing appetizer that can be made ahead - perfect for entertaining! Finely chopped mushrooms and onion are sautéed in butter, thickened with flour...
Author: (By Lee Clayton Roper)
The sweet-and-sour sauce in this recipe was originally for pork spareribs, but my family has always enjoyed it this way. The longer the wings sit in the ketchup, ginger and orange marmalade sauce, the...
Author: Taste of Home
These mushroom appetizers are perfect for any party! From pizza to dip to stuffed mushrooms, everyone will go nuts for these tasty bites.
Author: insanelygood
"I always like to try bruschetta when we're eating out at a restaurant to see how it compares to my recipe-- and I haven't found one that's better yet!" writes Vicki Thompson of Bristol, New Brunswick....
Author: Taste of Home
Bright-hued sweet vegetable pickles are a welcome change from typical sandwich toppers. Paper-thin zucchini ribbons are tender-crisp.
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve this traditional falafel from Michael's Genuine Food & Drink chef Michael Schwartz tucked inside pita bread for a satisfying sandwich or on its own as a protein-packed appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
folks quickly cluster around this outdoorsy appetizer from Cindy Harrington of Euless, Texas. She turned her super cheese spread into a pinecone-using slice almonds, dill sprigs and a cinnamon stick!
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: pomegranate seeds, whole cumin seeds, chickpea flour, black pepper, cayenne pepper, ground coriander, baking powder, salt, full-fat yogurt, water, fresh cilantro, small onions, jalapeñoes,...
Author: Alvin Zhou
Potato pancakes, also called latkes, are a traditional Hanukkah treat. For sweetness and color, this version adds carrots.
Author: Martha Stewart
Mustard emboldens the delicate flavor of seafood. Here, Dijon mustard highlights a creamy sauce for chilled, poached mussels.
Author: Martha Stewart
Water chestnuts lend a crunch to these moist ground beef and pork sausage meatballs. The baked bites are glazed with a sweet sauce made with cherry pie filling. "They're perfect for potlucks or parties,"...
Author: Taste of Home