Combined in a sensational bite-size package are some of my favorites items-blue cheese, pears and walnut. My coworkers snatch them up when I bring them in for office festivities.-Heidi Der, Stow, Ohio
Author: Taste of Home
During the busy holiday season, you just can't beat convenient slow cooker recipes like this that let you visit with guests instead of working away in the kitchen. -Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri
Author: Taste of Home
Looking for a quick cheesy ranch dip video recipe? Give our flavorful bacon cheddar ranch dip a try, using a ranch mix packet and sour cream.
Author: Hidden Valley
This recipe is a convenient make-ahead snack. I love the garlic flavor in these roll-ups. Every time I serve them, they're a hit. -Andrea Bolden, Unionville, Tennessee
Author: Taste of Home
Sea salt gives these roasted nuts a clean, salty flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
Our home economists came up with this Asian-style dish featuring a simple-to-prepare peanut sauce. It's a hearty addition to an appetizer buffet.
Author: Taste of Home
Potlucks at work just aren't the same without this deliciously rich spread. -Kathy Fehr, Fairbury, Illinois
Author: Taste of Home
For a simple hot snack that really hits the spot on a cool fall evening, put together a plate of these crisp potato skins. -Andrea Holcomb, Torrington, Connecticut
Author: Taste of Home
Skewering the onion slices through all the layers ensures ease of grilling and keeps pieces of onion from falling through the grill.
Author: Martha Stewart
All of my favorite Southwestern ingredients are combined in this savory cheesecake. It looks and tastes fantastic! -Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: russet potatoes, canola oil, salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, ketchup
Author: Tasty
This thick fondue originated in my kitchen when I didn't have all of the ingredients I needed to make the recipe I initially planned to prepare. Served with bread cubes, it has since become a staple, particularly...
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We like to munch on this tasty dip before dinner is ready. I also take it along to tail-gating or card-playing parties.-Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas
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These classic potato skins, baked until crisp, are the perfect easy-to-make side.
Author: Martha Stewart
Kids of all ages will go crazy for these appetizers that taste like a BLT. They're crisp on the outside...and ooey, gooey and oh-so-good inside!-Virginia Warner, Carson City, Nevada
Author: Taste of Home
Low-carb cauliflower Buffalo bites cook up fast in the air fryer, making them an easy snack or side dish. I serve them with a flavorful dip made with cottage cheese that's packed with protein compared...
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Here's what you need: large eggs, ground sausage, green onion, garlic, mustard, salt, pepper, flour, seasoned bread crumb, vegetable oil
Author: Tasty
We love this salsa made mostly with fresh garden vegetables. It's healthy, and you can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your own tastes. -Dawn Gilson, Denmark, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
It's hard to beat the sweet, tangy taste of fresh salsa on a hot summer day. This makes a great topping for grilled fish or chicken. If serving with chips, be sure you have enough-it'll go fast. Teri Rasey...
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Toss this mix with two pounds of potatoes before grilling. Once they have finished cooking, sprinkle the potatoes with fresh lime juice, if desired.
Author: Martha Stewart
I served these at a party and everyone went wild! These delicious morsels have a crispy flaky outside filled with creamy sweet crab that has a little kick. I used scalloped-edge cookie cutters to cut my...
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These tasty crab cakes are perfect for appetizers, or try them with a salad for a light meal. -Cindy Worth, Lapwai, Idaho
Author: Taste of Home
An Onion Blossoms-whole onions cut to resemble a flower and then deep-fried-were the talk of the town when served at a popular local festival in northwestern Louisiana. Steve Watkins of Liar's Pub in Bossier...
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These wings are guaranteed to have your guests licking their fingers clean! If desired, you can replace the seasonings listed in the recipe with 1/4 cup purchased blackened seasoning. -Corey Russo, Orono,...
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I first made this for an open house three years ago and everybody liked it. It's easy to make and tastes delicious. Cheesecake is popular in these parts-it's fun to have it for an appetizer instead of...
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Chevre toasts with pesto make for a delightful accompaniment to any salad.
Author: Martha Stewart
Everyone loves spinach dip, and this version is as easy as it is delicious. Just mix the ingredients together in the slow cooker for a savory and creamy appetizer. -Michaela Debelius, Waddell, Arizona
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My husband fine-tuned this recipe-and the results were spectacular! These spicy-hot grilled wings help make the party. You can easily adjust the heat level by altering the amount of chili powder and cayenne....
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This tart showcases the thyme flavoring of the goat cheese filling.
Author: Martha Stewart
I make spinach and artichoke dip for party guests all the time, but I wanted to give it a Mexican twist. I amped up this app with smoky chipotle chilies and tangy lime for an unexpected kick. -Joseph A....
Author: Taste of Home
Whip up these egg gems for a satisfying hors d'oeuvre. Have your mini-muffin tins ready.
Author: Martha Stewart
I'm a busy stay-at-home mom with a 3-year-old son. I love this recipe because it's easy to prepare in advance and keep refrigerated. Put it in the oven when guests arrive, and by the time you've poured...
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These crispy nachos have always been a big hit in our house. Topped with kid-friendly ingredients like ground beef and cheddar cheese, they're sure to be requested by your children. And older kids enjoy...
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Serve this appetizer with Yukon Gold Potato Blini from chef Thomas Keller's "The French Laundry Cookbook."
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe for grilled halloumi cheese with preserved lemons and olives is courtesy of Jeremy Meltzer.
Author: Martha Stewart
Ever since I found this recipe in a magazine years ago, these seafood-stuffed morsels have been making my family and friends merry every Christmas.
Author: Taste of Home
Andrea Bolden from Unionville, Tennessee writes, "With its colorful flecks of green onion and pimiento, this cheese ball is great as a Christmas or New Year's appetizer. It can be made with fat-free cheeses...
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I like to tinker around in the kitchen and experiment with a variety of foods, including salsa. This chunky, colorful version makes a big batch, but it will be gone before you know it! -Jan Daniels, Rochester,...
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Enjoy pea soup in a whole new way! The garnish is curried crab, which will catch everyone by surprise. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
Cheese balls can be made in advance and people love the variety. This one makes a wonderful holiday gift or hostess gift. To use as a spread, omit the 1 cup of pecans and 1/2 cup cranberries used to coat...
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"My mother gave me this recipe more than 10 years ago," writes Tracy Peters of Corinth, Mississippi. "Since then, I've made these lip-smacking wings for all different occasions."
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After trying to make my own pies (and failing miserably with the crust), I decided to try something new with the same great pumpkin pie taste. I came up with this awesome creamy dip. -Christy Johnson,...
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Serve my fiery hot wings on game day or any time friends and family gather. If you don't like a ton of sweetness, add the honey slowly and taste as you go. -Logan Holser, Clarkston, Michigan
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My family raves about these air-fryer chimichangas. Infused with green chiles, the beefy snacks are guaranteed to liven up the party! —Kathy Rogers, Hudson, Ohio
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This is a simple, elegant dish using fresh basil. Our university women's gourmet group raved about it, and due to its simplicity, it has become my favorite entertaining dish.-Laura Hamilton, Belleville,...
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These tuxedo-clad tidbits are actually ripe olives stuffed with a subtly seasoned cream cheese filling. The adorable appetizers are dressed for success with pimiento and carrot accessories. -Taste of Home...
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You will love every layer of our crunchy, creamy dip. It's great for summer entertaining and game-day parties.
Author: Martha Stewart