Serve these savory pies made with store-bought puff pastry alongside a salad or roasted green vegetables, such as broccoli rabe.
Author: Martha Stewart
My friends look forward to enjoying these chili sauce meatballs at our holiday gatherings and there are never any leftovers! Using packaged meatballs helps save time in the kitchen and they are just as...
Author: Taste of Home
"Our state is well-known for mushrooms," reports Pennsylvania field editor Cherie Sechrist of Red Lion. "This is a flavorful way to use them."
Author: Taste of Home
A rich, warm and cheesy recipe for classic stuffed mushrooms, this attractive appetizer is perfect for your next dinner party or special event. -Kristen Woodburn, Atlanta, Georgia
Author: Taste of Home
With its medley of herbs and tomatoes, this rustic bread will liven up any occasion, whether it's a family dinner or a game-day get-together. It never lasts long! -Janet Miller, Indianapolis, Indiana
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: white bread flour, instant dry yeast, salt, warm water, olive oil, flour, butter, garlic, fresh parsley
Author: Ellie Holland
This is my secret for a wonderfully thick and easy dip to dress up fresh veggies, crackers or chips-and it goes together with only three ingredients! I just add cream cheese to the directions on the dressing...
Author: Taste of Home
My family loves this spread with cracker. But I've also put it to use as a sandwich filling with lettuce and tomato. -Roberta Wolff, Waltham, Massachusetts
Author: Taste of Home
Our region is known for good seafood, and crab cakes are a traditional favorite. I learned to make them from a chef in a restaurant where they were a bestseller. The crabmeat's sweet and mild flavor is...
Author: Taste of Home
These sliders are a fun way to serve meatballs at your party without using a slow cooker. Made on mini Hawaiian rolls, they have a hint of sweetness to balance out all the wonderful Italian seasonings....
Author: Taste of Home
I've been delighted with the Georgia-grown Vidalia onions ever since I moved here more than 35 years ago. Paired with basil and goat cheese, this appetizer pizza is always well received.-Carol Jordan,...
Author: Taste of Home
Kid-friendly and quick, these crunchy oven-baked chicken fries are coated with a mixture of crushed potato chips, panko bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip them in ranch dressing, barbecue sauce or honey-mustard...
Author: Taste of Home
My fresh tomato tart is perfect when you want a taste of summer any time of year. The crust stays nice and crisp and the toppings are bursting with garden-fresh flavor! -Moji Dabney, Egg Harbor Township,...
Author: Taste of Home
An Italian favorite, spiedini are great for holidays and other special occasions. The hearty skewers hold marinated steak pinwheels stuffed with a marinara-and-crumb filling.
Author: Taste of Home
The key to preparing calamari is to either cook it really fast or really slow; anything in between will leave you with a chewy texture. Serve this in a big bowl as part of an antipasti spread or as individual...
Author: Martha Stewart
We entertain often, and antipasto is one of our favorite crowd-pleasers. Guests love having their choice of so many delicious nibbles, including pepperoni and cubes of provolone. -Teri Lindquist, Gurnee,...
Author: Taste of Home
These quick hors d'oeuvres may be mini, but their bacon and tomato flavor is full size. I serve them at parties, brunches and picnics, and they're always a hit...even my kids love them. -Kellie Remmen,...
Author: Taste of Home
These plantain chips make a great snack or appetizer for a Cuban-themed meal. If you are unable to find green (unripe) plantains, use very green bananas instead.
Author: Martha Stewart
You'll want to put these pickles on every sandwich and burger you make.
Author: Martha Stewart
Experimenting in the kitchen is a passion of mine...a passion I hope to pass along to my daughter. One day I had some scallops and decided to concoct a scallop cake instead of a crab cake. This scrumptious...
Author: Taste of Home
Everyone loved the crab salad my mother-in-law contributed to a family gathering, so I reduced the fat in her recipe for this version. Serve it hot or cold or as a spread for crackers. -Lanie Kappe of...
Author: Taste of Home
These traditional Russian pancakes are best with authentic garnishes: a dab of creme fraiche and a spoonful of caviar.
Author: Martha Stewart
This seafood starter is so good that it makes me love a food I usually don't-radishes! This recipe also calls for spicy V8, but Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix works just as well. Serve the cocktail straight...
Author: Taste of Home
This great-tasting beer cheese fondue is my mom's favorite, so I make it for her birthday every year. I like to serve this cheddar cheese fondue recipe with apple slices, rye bread cubes and chunks of...
Author: Taste of Home
Made from a combination of beef and pork, these meatballs are a Scandinavian favorite that goes from appetizer to main in a flash (just add noodles). It's a tradition to serve them with sweet-tart lingonberry...
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: swiss cheese, gruyère cheese, cornstarch, garlic, white wine, lemon, salt, pepper, vegetable, bread cubes, cured meat, assorted fruit
Author: Claire Nolan
Is there a kid alive (or a kid at heart) who wouldn't gobble up this cookie dough dip with graham crackers? It beats dunking them in milk, hands down! You can also try it with apple wedges. -Heather Koenig,...
Author: Taste of Home
From Flint, Michigan, Donna Letts shares this fast fix that she serves on miniature bagels as a special-occasion appetizer. Full of ham and green onions, the hearty mixture comes together in no time and...
Author: Taste of Home
Italian salad dressing easily flavors this delicious cucumber sandwich recipe. Serve them as an appetizer for a holiday party or with tea as a snack. -Carol K Henderson, Chagrin Falls, Ohio
Author: Taste of Home
"Our family enjoys fruit of all kinds, so this fluffy dip is one of our favorites," writes field editor Virginia Krites of Cridersville, Ohio.
Author: Taste of Home
The vegetables in this crunchy, satisfying Thai Cucumber Salad can be tossed together with the tangy rice vinegar dressing a week in advance, leaving nothing more to do before serving than to scatter roasted...
Author: Martha Stewart
My mom was born in Jamaica and lived there until she moved to the United States during her university years. I've loved this Jamaican beef patty recipe for most of my life. The savory flavor and spices...
Author: Taste of Home
While growing up, a friend's mother would make this fondue when I spent the night. Every time I make it, it brings back fond childhood memories. I love the rich flavor. Happy dipping! -Tracy Lawson, Farr...
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: olive oil, large white onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, ground beef, taco seasoning, lime, flour tortillas, nonstick cooking oil spray, shredded cheddar cheese, tortilla chips,...
Author: Julie Klink
We're huge Notre Dame fans, and we tailgate. A lot! This is one of those recipe that is a sure fit hit with the kids and the adults. Sometimes we get crazy and add other "pizza" type ingredients like olives,...
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: salmon, honey, sesame seed, soy sauce, lemon, ginger, red chili, garlic, sea salt, sesame seed, spring onion, red chili
Author: Ellie Holland
Crescent roll dough hurries along these pretty pinwheels from Diane Robbins of McCleary, Washington. You can prepare a plate of them in about half an hour, then serve them as appetizers or to round out...
Author: Taste of Home
I've tried assorted appetizers before, but this one is a surefire people-pleaser. The thick bacon cheese dip has lots of flavor and keeps my guests happily munching as long as it lasts. I serve it with...
Author: Taste of Home
Littleneck clams are simmered in a broth of garlic, shallots, saffron, and white wine. The clams are served in the broth, which is also a dipping sauce for crusty bread.
Author: Martha Stewart
Pineapple isn't only for fruit salads and upside-down cakes. In Hawaii, shrimp and pineapple are a natural pair; thread them on skewers and toss them on the grill for a fun luau-inspired dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
Make way for little squares of heaven -- these fried morsels are sure to be voted most popular at any party. You can (and should) prepare the stovetop macaroni and cheese a few days ahead, since it will...
Author: Martha Stewart
A good friend shared this recipe with me. It is super easy and so delicious. Guests will love it! It's best served with crackers that aren't strongly seasoned. -Linda Alexander, Madison, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
With the classic combo of ham and cheese, this spread is a year-round favorite at our house. For football parties, shape the mixture into a football and add strips of Swiss for the laces. -Michele Moore,...
Author: Taste of Home
This wickedly delicious salsa comprises an assortment of flavorful and festively hued ingredients: black beans, yellow corn, an orange mango, and a hot red pepper. For best results, let the salsa stand...
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: ground beef, sausage, ground sausage, breadcrumb, bread crumbs, onion, onion, garlic, garlic, egg, egg, mozzarella cheese, mozzarella cheese, bacons, bacon, BBQ sauce, BBQ sauce
Author: Tasty
These fancy-looking appetizers are ideal when entertaining large groups. The cute crunchy cups are stuffed with a cheesy pork sausage filling that kids of all ages enjoy. We keep a few in the freezer so...
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: pineapple, garlic, chili sauce, water, rice wine vinegar, salt, coconut cream, lime, limes, pineapple, de-veined and peeled shrimp, water, cornstarch, wooden skewer
Author: Kahnita Wilkerson