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
Cheese curds or cubes dipped in flour and beer, then fried, need only a good supply of crinkly toothpicks to turn them into a vanishing act. -Katie Rose, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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
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
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
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
Roasting the eggplant in its skin steams the flesh, turning it soft and silky-great for a dip to serve with pita wedges as an appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
Wondering how to make potato skins taste great? I top my restaurant-worthy loaded potato skins with cheese, bacon and a dollop of sour cream. Have them at lunch, snack time or cocktail hour. -Trish Perrin,...
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
This quick taco dip from Rhonda Biancardi of Blaine, Minnesota is a definite family favorite. In fact, she says, "This recipe has been made more times than I can count! It just looks very colorful to a...
Author: Taste of Home
Chicken and mushrooms make up the filling in these pot stickers, a traditional Chinese dumpling. Greasing the steamer rack makes it easier to remove them once they're steamed. -Jacquelynne Stine, Las Vegas,...
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Here's what you need: limes, shrimp, kosher salt, jalapeñoes, small red onion, cherry tomato, fresh cilantro leaf, tortilla chip
Author: Rie McClenny
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
This is probably the easiest chili cheese dip that I've ever come across, but it's one of my best-tasting recipes, too! It's very important that you keep the dip warm while serving, you can also heat it...
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As family arrives for a get-together, I make sure this fruity and savory Brie is in the oven so the aromas of cinnamon and apples fill the house. -Alicia Gower, Auburn, New York
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These pastries make a stunning first course when filled with a seafood stew, soft scrambled eggs, or creamed mushrooms. For best results, use a vol-au-vent cutter, although round cookie cutters can also...
Author: Martha Stewart
I created this recipe for a Cinco de Mayo party, and it was a hit! It's so easy, yet has a serious wow factor. The creamy dipping sauce mellows out the shrimp's heat perfectly. -Mandy Rivers, Lexington,...
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These delightful grilled shrimp from Mary Tallman of Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin are coated in a sweet and spicy glaze. The marinade comes together in moments for sizzling shrimp skewers.
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Salsa is the surprising ingredient in this creamy tuna spread. It gives a unusual spark we enjoy. -Peggy Burdick, Burlington, Michigan
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Cayenne pepper gives these slightly sweet walnuts a piquant kick.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: butter, can of biscuit dough, marinara sauce, sliced pepperoni, ball of mozzarella cheese, butter, garlic, salt, pepper, italian seasoning, shredded parmesan cheese
Author: Tasty
We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea. It's easy to make ahead and carry to the ballpark, beach or playground, and the cinnamon-spiced yogurt dip adds a fun touch kids love. -Taste of...
Author: Taste of Home
Serve your clan a big ol' platter of these fun and crazy-tasty nacho bites as you cheer for your team. You'll score big with tortilla chips filled with creamy, spicy cheese and beef! -Raine Gottess, Coconut...
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This is a special recipe my whole family likes. Every time they visit and I make Ham Balls, they're all smiles. When I take this to potluck meals, I'm always asked to share the recipe. It's very appropriate...
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Here's what you need: prepared cornbread, red pepper, green onion, mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, garlic, large eggs, old bay seasoning, olive oil, salt, pepper, fresh lump crab...
Author: Scott Loitsch
Antipasto platters have a lively combination of flavors that tempt the taste buds. This is a real favorite on our buffet table. The large platter of meats, cheese, olives and vegetables disappears quickly....
Author: Taste of Home
Jerri Hansen of Council Bluffs, Iowa, fills crunchy phyllo shells with a sweet onion mixture. "I enjoy experimenting with novel flavors and ingredients," she writes. "I've used this recipe for open houses...
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I came across this recipe while living abroad many years ago. These meatballs are as finger-licking good as barbecued ribs but easier to eat.-Dane Harvill, Mosca, Colorado
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Add zip to your appetizer platter with an easy asparagus dip that doubles as a flavorful sandwich spread. - Janie Colle, Hutchinson, Kansas
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Here's what you need: carrots, olive oil, fresh parsley, paprika, salt, pepper, plain greek yogurt, lemon juice, chives, salt, pepper
Author: Mercedes Sandoval
This scrumptious snack will go fast! The sausage cream cheese dip recipe is so easy to make and fits Southwestern flavor to a T. My pot is always scraped clean! -Kaye Christiansen, Freistatt, Missouri
Author: Taste of Home
I made these for our staff Christmas party last year; they were such a hit that I was flooded with requests for the recipe the next day. Throughout the year, whenever I needed favors done at school, people...
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Maryland's Chesapeake Bay is known for crabs, and they're a big favorite of ours. When fresh crabmeat is available, we'll use it in this dip, but canned works just as well. This appetizer is nice for any...
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We enjoy these yummy mushrooms every Christmas and when we have company for dinner. With bits of shrimp in the stuffing, they really stand out from other recipes. -Jacqui Beal, Dallas, Oregon
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: ground beef, eggs, breadcrumb, salt, pepper, garlic powder, ham, cheddar cheese, spinach, bacon
Author: Robert Broadfoot
When I hosted a Christmas cookie exchange several years ago, I served this quiche as an appetizer. You can also cut it into wedges to serve as main dish for breakfast or brunch.-Arliene Hillinger, Rancho...
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These egg rolls are low in fat but the crispiness from baking will fool you into thinking they were fried! -Barbara Lierman, Lyons, Nebraska
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An old Russian favorite, this dish goes perfectly atop pita bread or served as a dip.
Author: Martha Stewart
Wisconsin grows an abundance of cranberries and celebrates the harvest with many cranberry festivals. I don't remember where I obtained this recipe, but it's easy, different...and good! Try it with pork...
Author: Taste of Home
Grated Parm, shredded mozzarella, cream cheese, mayo and butter make this dip as decadent as it gets. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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"This cheesy blend, sparked with mustard and Worcestershire sauce, is yummy," relates field editor Norene Wright of Manilla, Indiana.
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I came up with this green tomato salsa recipe so I could use up all the fresh tomatoes from my garden. -Vanessa Moon, Tucson, Arizona
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It's easy to turn lean ground turkey into these moist, tender meatballs. Ideal for informal gatherings of family and friends, the appetizers feature a tangy sauce that my guests find delicious.-Janell...
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These wonderful little rolls are baked until lightly toasted and the cheese melts. The leftover King's Hawaiian ham sliders keep really well in the fridge, and they make a lovely cold snack. Followers...
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"A batch of these snacks gets cleared away fast with the irresistible combination of creamy cheese and lightly seasoned meat on crispy toast," assures Carolyn Snow of Sedalia, Missouri.
Author: Taste of Home