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Thai Basil Rolls with Hoisin Peanut Sauce

Shrimp and pork - layered with rice noodles, bean sprouts, and herbs - all rolled together in a fresh rice wrapper and served with a hoisin-peanut sauce for dipping. Great for an appetizer or lunch!

Author: ALONGENECKER

Spiced Beef on Pita Triangles With Fresh Mango Salsa

The pita chips and meat mixture can be made days ahead.

Author: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Chef John's Pate de Campagne

I realize making this pate may seem like quite a production, but if you enjoy charcuterie, this would make for a very fun, beautiful, and quite delicious project.

Author: Chef John

Garlic Scape Goat Cheese Dip

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Author: Matt Wencl

Salmon Terrine

Salmon, butter, Dijon mustard, and fresh tarragon are just some of what make this traditional French fare so delicious. This no-bake version is more like a spread, which is perfect for casual parties,...

Author: kimnantes

Baked Brie with Caramelized Pears, Shallots and Thyme

Brie baked in a round sourdough bread bowl makes this ultimately easy! You could substitute a sweet chutney for the topping for even easier prep. I microwaved the final product for a few minutes to speed...

Author: Heidi T

Prosciutto Wrapped Melon Balls

This is a great snack to make for any gathering. Balls of honeydew melon are wrapped in prosciutto and fresh mint to make a fancy appetizer with few ingredients.

Author: RACHELSCHWARTZ

Sheet Pan Nachos

A very simple sheet pan recipe, these nachos are guaranteed to be a hit at your next get-together.

Author: The Kitchen Alchemist

Salt and Vinegar Potato Chips

My children love salt and vinegar chips, and I had some potatoes to use, so I thought this would be a nice treat for them. I took my French fry recipe and converted it slightly, though the soaking in vinegar...

Author: Sarah Wilkens

White Queso (using Monterey Jack Cheese)

This is a quick, easy, items-on-hand, 'real' cheese queso dip that's amazing. Serve with tortilla chips.

Author: Eraina

Sour Cream Mushroom Dip

Simple and yet very tasty. I wanted to make an appetizer out of ingredients I had on hand, thus this recipe was born. Serve with tortilla chips.

Author: jowolf2

Basil and Sun Dried Tomato Dip

Shelf life in the refrigerator is 2 days, covered.

Author: TerryWilson

Cheese Blintzes

Mom's cheese blintzes...a party favorite! These blintzes can be made ahead and frozen in an airtight container. Do not thaw them before baking!

Author: Michele Murray

Pico De Gallo

Sometimes when you eat authentic Mexican food, they give you this salsa stuff made with tomatoes, onions, and jalapenos. You can add a squeeze of lime juice to pico de gallo, but I prefer this basic recipe....

Author: Paula Stotts

Marinated Feta

I'm well aware that everyone knows this marinated feta recipe or does it in their own way, but that's how I cook it - it's a quick appetizer for unexpected guests that just rang a doorbell to your house....

Author: sono1helen

Hot Mexican Spinach Dip

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Author: Linda

Green Chili and Corn Dip

A fondue dish is the perfect way to keep this thick, cheesy dip warm and melted. Corn, green chile peppers and tomato chunks make for a rich, spicy and satisfying accompaniment to tortilla chips.

Author: sal

Chinese Popcorn Snack Mix

Jazz up your popcorn by adding some Chinese-inspired seasonings to give it a unique taste.

Author: lutzflcat

Marinated Pork Strips

An easy and unique use of pork; it always gets rave reviews.

Author: RC2STEP

Kielbasa with Honey Mustard

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Author: Megan

Creamy Dip for Fruit

This is a recipe a friend gave me. I have a few variations of it, too.

Author: chrissy

Parmesan Puff Pastry Stars

Parmesan and puff pastry are all you need to create these yummy party nibbles. During the year you can cut out hearts for Valentine's Day or you can eat them like an open-faced sandwich with salmon, cheese,...

Author: lacucinadinadia

Emily's Pickled Eggs

This wonderful picked egg recipe is quick and easy. Perfect for a nice gift, or just to have on hand for entertaining. Plan ahead though, they need to be refrigerated for at least 3 days before they're...

Author: Cheryl

Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus

Tasty! Utterly tasty! Enjoy with pita chips or tortilla chips. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.

Author: tastywhalebacon

Garlic Chicken Puffs

I got this recipe from my mom. Has a great taste. It is very easy to make so the kids can enjoy cooking as well. Serve it as an appetizer for any party.

Author: yoyo

Marinated Mushrooms for Antipasto

Marinated mushrooms are one of my favorite Italian antipasti. They are easy to make and all you need is some crusty bread to eat with them. They also taste good as a side for raclette.

Author: Rita

Crunchy Catfish Nuggets

Crunchy catfish nuggets that can be served as hors d'oeuvres. These were a special hit with my 3 year old who loved the fact that she could eat them like finger food. You may want to adjust the seasoning...

Author: MEDHALEE

Fried Zucchini Flowers

In our family, we grow zucchini just for the flowers. This recipe has been our family favorite. Hope you enjoy them as much as we do.

Author: Karen Gallinetti

Asparagus Beef Bundles

Great alternative to normal appetizer party fare. Easy to prepare. Can be made the day before and refrigerated until ready to serve.

Author: BurntMuffin

Cheesy Chicken Dip

This is a favorite recipe, perfect for get-togethers or tailgating. Be prepared to provide copies of the recipe to your friends because they'll be sure to ask! Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.

Author: AshleyNicole

Crispy Buffalo Shrimp

We serve these with ranch for dipping. You could serve with some celery stalks as well. Great for parties or football games. Definite crowd pleaser.

Author: desirae hrynko

Brie Cheese Appetizer

A light, fluffy puff pastry is filled with melted Brie cheese and hot fruit preserves. If you do not want a sweet wheel, you may substitute herbed cheese spread for the preserves. Baking times are the...

Author: Susan Jackson

Ham Rolls

A tray of these mouth-watering ham roll appetizers is sure to put a smile on everyone's face at your next party.

Author: LYNN-N

Soy Eggs (Shoyu Tamago)

These eggs turn out a chocolate brown color and could have golden veins running all around them depending on how the peeling process goes, which lends to a very striking appearance. Soy sauce eggs are...

Author: Epicure Amber

Bruschetta III

This is a bruschetta recipe I came up with for a dinner party.

Author: Susan

Yogurt Cheese

A delicious, creamy cheese that perks up bagels and sandwiches. Very simple to make and the variations are endless. Try to use a full fat yogurt such as Balkan style. You could easily experiment with many...

Author: LISAMONIQUE

Jalapeno Cilantro Ranch Dip

Cool, herby, slightly spicy dip. Perfect with tortilla chips, mixed into guacamole, or on tacos. Refrigerate for up to 1 week. Can be frozen and then defrosted in the fridge, but the texture changes slightly...

Author: undertheliveoaktrees

Barb's Firecrackers

I needed something to bring to my niece's 4th of July party. I wanted something portable, simple to make, and of course really tasty! I love Mexican food so this recipe in inspired from south of the border,...

Author: Prairierose31

Homemade Chocolate Hazelnut Spread

Making your own chocolate-hazelnut spread is easy and lets you use ingredients that are tastier and healthier than the original.

Author: Buckwheat Queen

Baked Garlic

Baked garlic is sweet and very yummy, as well as being very spreadable. Serve as an appetizer with a good crusty bread or with crackers. People can peel a piece of garlic off of the bulb and squeeze the...

Author: FROGETTE

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip

Prep, cook, and serve this delicious Buffalo chicken dip in 1 bowl - your slow cooker! Cook the chicken breasts, shred with a hand mixer, then add the rest of the ingredients and voila: 4 hours later,...

Author: Yoly

Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

These granola bars pack well for mid-day snacks or hiking trips. Vary the ingredients for variety or to make them more wholesome. I make two versions--this one if for my sweet-tooth husband--the other...

Author: MESILLA

Haitian Beef Patties

Haitian patties are different from the Jamaican ones in that they have more of a puff pastry shell, which is less flaky but more puffy. I mostly describe the patties as being like croissants. Great for...

Author: Red-run

Smoked Salmon Sushi Roll

A very basic and easy way to make sushi rolls.

Author: Vivian Lee

Baked Pork Spring Rolls

An exciting blend of pork, vegetables and spices is sealed inside wrappers, then baked until crisp. Delicious and crunchy without deep frying!

Author: Anonymous

Air Fryer Spicy Roasted Peanuts

These peanuts are crunchy, spicy, salty, and addictive. I like to portion them out into plastic zip bags to take to work as an afternoon snack.

Author: Soup Loving Nicole

White Chocolate Party Mix

This is that old party standby that people just love to munch on.

Author: Althea2

Everything Bagel Dip

If you're a fan of "everything but the bagel" seasoning, you'll love this low-carb dip made with only 4 ingredients. Bagel seasoning can be found at most major retailers or you can easily make your own...

Author: France C

Easy Sweet Potato Dumplings

This can be a veggie dish or a desert. They are so yummy and easy to make. I tried these at a family reunion and searched the room to find out who made them and begged the recipe!

Author: Belinda Owens McMath

Crispy Green Beans with Horseradish Wasabi Dip

These Southern-style, crispy fried green beans are sure to become your favorite appetizer in no time. My family and friends BEG me to make them!

Author: Grace Philpot