A sweet and tangy compote that is excellently paired with a blue cheese or Brie. Serve with crackers.
Author: James Ryan Schubert
Cocktail sauce makes this a different tasting dip. People are amazed when they find out the 'secret ingredient'. Serve with crackers or tortilla chips.
Author: BARBARA VINSON
I love salsa with a hint of natural sweetness and ground cherries are a perfect addition. This is a relatively mild salsa; if you like it spicier, don't remove the jalapeno seeds, or increase the amount...
Author: nch
This dip tastes like guacamole but made with edamame which has more protein and fiber. Serve it just like guacamole with raw veggies, tortilla chips, or pita bread.
Author: HealthyFoodLover
Tomatoes, onions, and peppers are smoked long and slow in a smoker grill, resulting in a robust, homemade salsa.
Author: Elliot Porter
A tasty alternative to a traditional liver pate. Serve with crusty bread or pita chips. This can be prepared 24 hours ahead.
Author: LoveNRoquette
Perk up this classic dish with fresh lime juice and homemade guacamole.
Author: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson
Serve this traditional marinara sauce with warm bread. Garlic bread would also be delicious!
Author: Jackie Smith
Tyrokafteri is a spicy Greek dip made with roasted red peppers, pepperoncini, feta, and ricotta cheese.
Author: Jimmy the Greek
People cannot get enough of this appetizer! Takes some time putting together but it's worth the work!! Serve with tortilla chips.
Author: BARBARA VINSON
A refreshingly sweet and tangy blend. Especially good when cooked on the grill and served with a mild fish such as tilapia. If you are grilling fish, the salsa can be cooked on the grill at the same time...
Author: STELLY
This is one of my favorite party dips. It's the creamiest cheese spread I have ever had, and it's so easy to make! Goes perfect with crackers are small pretzel twists.
Author: Becky Christiansen
This is a bold, flavorful hummus with a bit of heat. The lemon juice and zest give a wonderful brightness that my children and grandchildren seem to love. The ingredients are usually available in my pantry,...
Author: karen n
Cilantro infuses this smooth shrimp dip with enough fragrance and freshness to please everyone. Serve with crackers or bread.
Author: Shelly M
Make the most of peach season with a few jars of this sweet peach salsa.
Author: LORISNOW
This easy salmon pate is made in a food processor using smoked salmon but it works just as well with leftover poached salmon. Serve on melba toast, crackers, or baguette for a nice starter.
Author: margaret_fullington
Great flavorful amaretto dip. Perfect for fall apples.
Author: Kristin Suzanne Schulte
Hummus is a creamy puree of garbanzo beans and tahini (sesame seed paste) seasoned with lemon juice and garlic. It is a popular spread and dip in Greece and throughout the Middle East.
Author: MARKCOSENZA
This is one of my kids' favorite meals, and it's incredibly simple and quick. You can add a little beef bouillon for a beefier taste. Serve with French bread or breadsticks. Dip bread directly into the...
Author: Doug
This is such a fresh and light salsa. I made this one day when I needed some extra ingredients and decided to throw some cucumbers in. I now make this for every picnic or party I go to. It is requested....
Author: Cori Munafo
This shrimp and cream cheese dip is easy to prepare and always popular. For best results, serve the cream cheese at room temperature and the cocktail sauce well chilled.
Author: Lann Clower
This dip is made for 3 to 6 men, sitting together on a Sunday, enjoying football and eating every manly thing possible. Of course, my girlfriend and her friends love it too -- but this stuff doesn't last...
Author: DICE40OUNCE
I came up with this dip when I was in the mood for Buffalo chicken dip, but didn't have the necessary ingredients. It is a creamy cheesy dip with a nice bit of back-end heat. I don't usually measure when...
Author: MANDM1995
This is a great spread for bread or crackers. It goes particularly well spread on bread with any pasta meal. Serve with sliced French bread or any other bread you like. While the bread is warming, mix...
Author: Mark S.
This cheese ball is great for holiday parties, or just a fun get-together! Serve with crackers, corn chips, or raw cut veggies.
Author: thymeforpineapple
A creamy spread with salmon and cream cheese. You can add pecans for a twist.
Author: JUSTJEN33
This is a wonderful hot shrimp spread for crackers. It's quick and easy, and it goes quickly whenever it's served.
Author: joan
One word of warning: Make twice as much as you think you are going to need. This stuff is seriously addictive.
Author: Chef John
Duck rillettes is one of the most amazing culinary magic tricks of all time. Even though most of the spread is made up of fairly lean duck meat, by emulsifying it in a little butter, duck fat, and duck...
Author: Chef John
This is a 'make a day before' recipe that is out of this world! Very rich and great for parties or get togethers as it makes a lot. Serve on crackers.
Author: KSHARP01
This decadent dessert fondue is incredibly rich and will satisfy both a sweet and salty craving. Serve with sliced bananas, apples, pound cake, angel food cake, or marshmallows.
Author: Debra
Thanks to my friend Tina for this recipe. It's so good because it's so different. If you like corn, green onions and tomatoes, you'll love it!
Author: Judi
A delicious and easy spread that always gets many compliments. Serve it with somewhat bland crackers to taste the smoked salmon. You can add some chopped capers for more flavor, if needed. I usually serve...
Author: wahine
Everyone always asked my mother for this recipe. I can't eat chopped veggies without it. Works great as an appetizer to get people chomping down on veggies, or as part of a light summer meal.
Author: Kate
Turn regular hummus into a colorful, healthier dip by adding beets! This is the perfect use for leftover beets you don't know what to do with. Serve with vegetables, crackers, or pita wedges.
Author: France C
This recipe is similar to a one from a well-known food chain. But I find it to be richer and have more flavor depth. Serve it with chunks of bread, apples, and pears.
Author: PRINCESSCOOK1
Looking for a refreshing salsa for a warm summer evening? This is our favorite. Serve with tortilla chips. This is also fantastic served on white fish. I often use a canned jalapenos instead of fresh.
Author: Citygirlincountry
My sister inspired me to make a green salsa similar to how you would make one by roasting tomatillos, but using all green tomatoes instead. This is a tangy and fresh tasting salsa using fresh lime juice...
Author: Tammy Lynn
I look forward to this simple, traditional cheese ball every year. It has been served during family Christmas Eve parties since before my time. The ingredients are few and inexpensive, and might be made...
Author: Love2Cook87
This is a rich tasting bean dip or spread that uses nonfat sour cream. It's great on veggies, pita, crackers, tortillas or just on a spoon. To use dry navy beans, soak them 8 hours, or overnight, then...
Author: LGUROWITZ
Cretons are an old French Canadian recipe. It was made with lots of lard and pork. This light version will be a delightful surprise. Spread on your favorite bread or crackers.
Author: grandmacupcake
Great make-ahead-of-the-game dip! Cheesy (with some surprises), and served with tortilla chips. Keep hot in a slow cooker to last all afternoon and free yourself to watch the game. Always disappears quickly!...
Author: STEPHANIE H
Everyone loves this dip, and I'm always being asked for the recipe. It's a simple blend of chile with beans and cheeses.
Author: MARY ANN PUTMAN
This artichoke accompaniment is a tasty, healthy alternative to mayonnaise or butter.
Author: Annaid
This is a wonderful cheese dip for parties, or even as a meal during football games! Serve hot or cold with tortilla chips. For an excellent main dish, stir in 1 pound of cooked hamburger meat.
Author: kyalamode
We had this at a local Indian restaurant and tried to replicate it. We all love this version to dip our naan and samosas and rarely is there any sauce left.
Author: Valerie Fields
A creamy restaurant-style white cheese dip. Goes great with tortilla chips or as a topping for any Mexican dish.
Author: ecmcg
The recipe used what I had on hand in my kitchen after buying the spinach, marinated artichoke quarters, and cream cheese blindly without checking recipe for guidance first.
Author: babyfacenc