Italian for "hot bath," bagna cauda is an umami-packed garlic-anchovy sauce that's just as delicious at room temperature. It's the perfect partner for fresh summer vegetables.
Author: Martha Stewart
Freeze a batch of this tangy relish for a spur-of-the-moment starter over crostini or a main event with pasta.
Author: Martha Stewart
I came up with this cheese ball when I combined two favorite recipes. Unlike some cheese spreads that can be somewhat bland, this has a little zest. I make it for occasions throughout the year. -Brenda...
Author: Taste of Home
When a friend of mine returned from a trip to Paris, she raved about the food she had and described one of her favorite meals. It inspired me to create a similar hors d'oeuvre. -Noelle Myers, Grand Forks,...
Author: Taste of Home
For a galaxy of good eating, pair this creamy dip with your favorite fruits cut into star shapes! We shaped apples, kiwifruit and strawberries with small cookie cutters (you could also use a knife). Melon,...
Author: Taste of Home
This ooey gooey take on pimento cheese is sure to be your new favorite party snack. A blend of cheeses is baked into a melty dip, then topped with a zesty mixture of pimentos and olives. Serve with plenty...
Author: Aleya Zenieris
Go ahead and play around with the greens and pesto that top this bruschetta: Spinach, kale, and parsley are all options.
Author: Martha Stewart
Portobello mushrooms make the most delicious (and healthy) pizza "crust." Save the stem ends of the portobellos to make flavorful soups and stocks.
Author: Martha Stewart
Impress your company with these homemade egg rolls filled with yummy sausage, veggies and cheese from Shirley Intihar of Eveleth, Minnesota. . The simple party starters come together really easily. You'll...
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: avocados, garlic, medium roma tomato, chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, lime, salt, pepper, tortilla chip
Author: Matthew Johnson
This recipe starts with a can of biscuits to make assembly a breeze. The process is very similar to Monkey Bread, but with an Italian twist. Start by cutting the biscuits into quarters. Toss them in a...
Author: Southern Living Editors
Swedish meatballs in a light cream sauce are delicious on their own or served over noodles.
Author: Jennifer Segal
This spring vegetable makes a simple and delicious appetizer or side dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fresh salsa and guacamole should be used as condiments for quesadillas, not sandwiched between the tortillas, since their flavor is stronger and served cool.
Author: Martha Stewart
My mom was the best cook-everything she made was special. She served this elegant cheesecake on Sunday following a Saturday ham dinner. Now my family loves it, too!-Shannon Soper, West Bend, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
A festive occasion at my mom's house wouldn't be complete without this appetizer. She has been making this savory dish for at least 25 years, and it never fails to receive rave reviews.
Author: Taste of Home
Welcome guests in from the cold with these spicy glazed sausage bites served with pretty party picks. They couldn't be easier to make, and people just gobble them up!
Author: Taste of Home
Chewy cheese cups hold crisp lettuce, salty bacon, and fresh tomato in this low-carb version of a BLT. The cheese cups are chewy in a good way, like the browned edges of cheese pizza or lasagna that gets...
Author: NicoleMcmom
Here's what you need: puff pastry block, flour, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, onion, cooked chicken, fajita spice mix, cheddar cheese, egg
Author: Jordan Ballantine
One of the most popular dishes at the acclaimed River Café in London, this sophisticated starter has been on the menu every day since the restaurant opened in 1987. With its primary colors and strong...
Author: Martha Stewart
Shiitake mushrooms can be used in place of the matsutake, which are sometimes difficult to find.
Author: Martha Stewart
Pomegranates give this salsa a wonderful sweet-tart flavor. About 4 to 5 medium fruits will yield enough for this recipe. -Nancee Maynard, Box Elder, South Dakota
Author: Taste of Home
Here's a terrific healthy addition to any buffet spread. Mushrooms and pearl onions seasoned with herbs, balsamic and red wine are terrific on their own or alongside a tenderloin roast. -Courtney Wilson,...
Author: Taste of Home
"These jalapenos are great!" says Krystal Peterson of Walker, Louisiana. "I take them to all get-togethers and potlucks, and the people at my husband's work are always requesting them."
Author: Taste of Home
Need an easy, flavorful appetizer for a crowd? Look no further than this Layered Greek Dip recipe. It's the veggie-packed, Mediterranean version of the popular 7 Layer Dip!
Author: Garnish With Lemon
Mixed with a blend of parsley, basil, oregano and bread crumbs, soy crumbles make a delightful addition to these savory stuffed mushrooms. Arline Aaron of Brooklyn, New York shares the recipe.
Author: Taste of Home
Note: This recipe has been adapted from "Kitchen of Light: New Scandinavian Cooking with Andreas Viestad" by Andreas Viestad. Text copyright 2003 by Andreas Viestad. Photographs copyright 2003 by Mette...
Author: Martha Stewart
Crab meltaways always seem like they belong at a retro cocktail party. But whether you're throwing a mid-century bash or just a regular party, you and your guests are going to love this recipe. The flavors...
Author: RecipeLion.com Test Kitchen
"I can't make this scrumptious hot sandwich often enough for my family," notes Julie LeBar from Garden Grove, California.
Author: Taste of Home
If there are kids in the kitchen who want to help out, you can ditch the knives for this easy appetizer; just rip the tomatoes and basil with your hands. The tomato mixture can also be tossed with pasta...
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: chicken breasts, eggs, golden breadcrumbs, oregano, ginger, garlic powder, onion salt, cayenne pepper, paprika, lemon zest
Author: Dhruv Vohra
Here's an easy dip perfect for your nutrition-conscious guests. The pineapple in the salsa makes for a nice, smooth flavor profile. Beverly Smith from Ferndale, Washington serves this with low fat chips...
Author: Taste of Home
This is the perfect dip to serve to guest at your next get-together. It tastes delicious on either tortilla chips or bread. -Naomi Judd, Nashville, Tennessee
Author: Taste of Home
Author: Martha Stewart
I took these southwestern cups to an Arizona Cardinals tailgate. I kept them in a thermal wrap to maintain their warmth, but they are also good at room temperature. Mini phyllo shells are one of my favorite...
Author: Taste of Home
Mashed potatoes and caramelized onions form the base of these croquettes, which are rolled in breadcrumbs and fried until crisp and golden brown for a delicious appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
Irish nachos are everything you love about nachos with one major bonus: your favorite toppings are loaded onto a pile of crispy, golden potatoes.
Garlic and cannelini beans, take hummus from the Middle East to the Mediterranean. The homemade chips come out of the oven slightly crisp and chewy. -Nicole Clayton, Prescott, Arizona
Author: Taste of Home
I needed a change from the standard guacamole recipe, so I added mango for more sweetness. It really complements the heat from the chili pepper, and it looks beautiful, too! -Adam Landau, Englewood Cliffs,...
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: bacon, water, refrigerated pizza dough, marinara sauce, mozzarella jack blend cheese, pineapple tidbits, red onion, Castle Wood Reserve® Uncured Honey Ham, scallions
Author: Tasty
Like a fiesta for your mouth, these fun salsa-topped eggs make any gathering feel like a party!-Peggy Woodward, Shullsburg, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
When put directly on the grill, potatoes will burn before they are cooked through. Parboiling potatoes and wrapping them in a foil packet with seasonings allows for perfectly grilled potatoes with lots...
Author: Martha Stewart
Whole-wheat pitas are topped with spinach, red peppers, and Havarti cheese, for an easy-to-make, nutritious snack.
Author: Martha Stewart
Before I retired, these tasty little treats were popular during snack time at work. They're a good way to use up leftover corn bread. -Mearl Harris, West Plains, Missouri
Author: Taste of Home
The sauce for this pasta dish, designed by chef George Germon of Al Forno restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island, takes only a few minutes to prepare.
Author: Martha Stewart
I adapted this recipe from one I found years ago, substituting ingredients most people have on hand. I like to serve it with crackers or small bread slices.
Author: Taste of Home
My mother often served fondue on Christmas Eve and I've since followed in that tradition. It's nice to offer a hearty appetizer that requires very little work. -Beth Fox, Lawrence, Kansas
Author: Taste of Home