Serve this dish as an appetizer or a dessert-the choice is yours! If desired, the pineapple spears can be rolled in flaked coconut before grilling. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Like deep-fried pickles? You'll love this version even more. Dill pickle slices are coated with panko bread crumbs and spices, then air-fried until crispy. Dip them in ranch dressing for an appetizer you...
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For a winning appetizer, serve crispy phyllo cups filled with taco-seasoned ground beef and shredded cheese. These handheld bites will be a surefire hit with a hungry crowd. -Roseann Weston, Philipsburg,...
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Spicy and slightly tangy, this special dip from Jerene Bennett of Seymour, Missouri gets its kick from hot pepper sauce and salsa.
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The classic cereal snack mix often goes by the name "nuts and bolts," making it a perfect treat for a handy dad. Our version is made with an addictive blend of savory seasonings and spices.
Author: Martha Stewart
These pretty pinwheel appetizers from Charlie Clutts of New Tazewell, Tennessee are easy to make and fun to nibble, with a yummy cream cheese filling that's layered with ham.
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Not too hot but full of flavor, these shrimp are one of a kind. They're easy to make and take to parties, where they'll impress the other guests. -Bob Gebhardt, Wausau, WI.
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These finger-lickin' shrimp practically fly off the platter at my get-togethers. Play with the amount of sriracha to get the spice level just the way you like it. -Susan Harrison, Laurel, Maryland
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This has always been a great potluck dish-I haven't found anyone yet who hasn't loved it! The rich and creamy crab and artichoke flavors get an extra surprising spike from the jalapenos. -Keely Clary,...
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I have six children and one grandchild, work full-time, and coach soccer and football. So I appreciate recipes like this one that are easy to assemble. The rich, creamy dip is a fun appetizer for holiday...
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My sister Teresa got this recipe from a friend and she passed it along. It's loaded with cheese, artichokes and just the right amount of jalapenos for a crowd-pleasing flavor. -Mary Spencer, Greendale,...
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Sometimes I'll turn this into individual appetizers by putting a spoonful of salsa in a tortilla chip scoop, then topping with a small dollop of sour cream.
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These tempting bacon cheese fries are one finger food I can make a meal of. Quick to fix, they're a hit at parties and as a snack. Ranch dressing is a tasty alternative to sour cream. -Marilyn Dutkus,...
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Here's what you need: oil, onion, ginger, garlic, mushroom, bell pepper, cabbage, carrot, salt, pepper, fresh cilantro, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, cooking sherry, sugar, wonton wrapper, oil, water,...
Author: Claire Nolan
From Annapolis, Maryland, Mitzi Sentiff writes, "People won't guess that this delicious dip, which is great for parties, is also low in fat. I love to serve it with a nice assortment of fresh vegetables...
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Here's what you need: ground chicken, salt, pepper, mozzarella cheese, panko breadcrumbs, dried oregano, flour, eggs, oil
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My brother moved to New Orleans and I love visiting him and his family whenever I can. These easy jalapeno poppers are stuffed with crab, cajun seasonings and bacon. They're a little hot and spicy, just...
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My husband's aunt shared this recipe with me ages ago. Not only is it a Christmas Eve tradition in my home, but in the homes of our grown children as well. -Delores Hill, Helena, Montana
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I always like a little extra chili sauce on top of these easy snacks. If you're out of crab, try them with water-packed tuna. -Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
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Both my husband and I were raised on farms, and we prefer home cooking to eating out. That works out fine since I love trying new recipes! I've served this apple salsa as an appetizer and a snack. Plus,...
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I crave this bruschetta-like pizza in spring, when I'm planting tomatoes in our garden. Slices make great appetizers when the tomatoes are ripe. But you can also serve the pizza alongside a grilled entree...
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"I've been making this salsa for a few years now. Chipotle pepper gives it a smoky kick. The recipe makes a big batch, but it doesn't last a day in our house." -Pamela Paula, Weeki Wachee, Florida
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When a college classmate and I threw a party for our professor, a friend contributed these savory appetizers. Everyone in the class requested the recipe before the party was done. Try the cups with chicken...
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When my brother arrives at family gatherings, the first thing he asks is whether or not I brought this appetizer!
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Butter crackers are baked with bacon and brown sugar to make a delicious snack.
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Many times I've taken this dish to church dinners and I'm always asked for the recipe. It's a super appetizer for any gathering.
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My husband loves this recipe. It's a wonderful use for my garden tomatoes! -Jen Low, Buffalo, New York
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I've got one of those sweet, creamy dips you can't resist. Bake it in the oven, or use the slow cooker to make it ooey-gooey marvelous. -Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida
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My friend gave me this grill-friendly recipe. The combination of lime, cilantro and soy sauce gives these shrimp skewers a memorable taste reminiscent of tropical cuisine. To make it a main dish, serve...
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I love to serve this dip for tailgate parties or as an appetizer for any occasion. It's so quick and easy to pull together and just full of flavor! -Andrea Reynolds, Rocky River, Ohio
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Here's what you need: strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, watermelon, lime juice, maple syrup
Author: Merle O'Neal
Color it Christmas with a platter of red and green apple slices piled 'round a bowl of this yummy no-fuss fruit dip! The dip also goes well with strawberries, grapes and kiwi.
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"This recipe offers an excellent way to create elegant and full-flavored appetizers," writes Teresa Spencer from Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. "It's perfect with wine and other drinks."
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Dare to deviate from tomato salsa and try this tomatillo-based version for a deliciously addictive change of pace. It's fantastic on its own with tortilla chips or served as a condiment alongside a variety...
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One of my favorite dishes in childhood was my mom's pineapple and green pepper cheese ball. Now I make it, and it's always a hit. -Susan Harrison, Laurel, Maryland
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Folks will think you're spoiling them when you serve this wonderful shrimp mousse! Molded in a ring, it looks fancy even as it feeds a crowd.
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"There are never leftovers when I serve these! This recipe is from a friend, but I modified it for a slimmer version that tastes as good as the original." Cathy Barger - Clarksville, Michigan
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Garlic lovers will literally eat this up! Fresh basil gives it a lovely aroma; crushed red peppers offer a hint of heat; and sun-dried tomatoes make the creamy sandwich spread bright. It's terrific on...
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This is a wonderful warm appetizer for springtime entertaining. It's perfect for showers and also makes a tasty first course for Easter dinner.
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If five cheese fonduta isn't one of the most mouthwatering foods of all time, I don't know what is! Swap out any cheeses you don't like for your favorites. -Cheri Gilmore, Festus, Missouri
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Benedictine is a creamy spread studded with chopped cucumbers. It was named in honor of Jennie Carter Benedict, a chef and restaurateur from Louisville, Kentucky, who created the condiment at the turn...
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Store-bought puff pastry makes these pies extra easy. Serve them with a green salad.
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"After a long futile search for the perfect wing recipe, I came up with these hot, sweet and spicy chicken wins. The blend of flavors has something for everyone. We love them during football season." -Brent...
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Guests will never guess a dish so flavorful could take only 10 minutes of hands-on prep and no cooking! Great as a side dish or tempting tidbit on a relish tray, this versatile recipe is from Billie Moss...
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My neighbor gave me a container of this zippy, tangy salsa one Christmas and I had to have the recipe. I fix it regularly for potlucks and get-togethers and never have leftover. I take copies of the recipe...
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Our family just loves my husband's version of store-bought pizza rolls. They take some time to make, but they freeze well so we get to enjoy the fruits of our labor for a long time! -Julie Gaines, Normal,...
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Smoky bacon and barbecue sauce perfectly balance the oysters' briny flavor in this easy-to-make recipe from chef Chris Schlesinger. Also try:Grilled Clams with Garlic, White Wine, and Tomatoes; Southeast...
Author: Martha Stewart
These colorful peppers are great on sandwiches, in pasta dishes, or as part of an antipasto platter. The recipe can easily be doubled, and the peppers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator...
Author: Martha Stewart