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Twisted Pickles

The key is to not buy store bought pre-sliced dills but whole dills and slice them yourself. *For dredging, I used whole wheat flour, but you can use any type. For the cornmeal mixture, I used a combination...

Author: Paula Todora @ptodora

Crab & Broccoli Rolls

I have made these for parties and they are always a hit, so I usually double the batch.

Author: Nancy Allen

Sweet 'n Spicy Mango Salsa

Great fresh flavors combined into one salsa!

Author: Christine M.

Southwest Veggie Nachos

Healthier version of a great game day snack.

Author: Mikekey *

Roasted baby eggplant

My very talented stepdaughter came by with some baby eggplant that she had grown and asked if I could do something with them. We are still harvesting some great cherry tomatoes, as well as plenty of fresh...

Author: gary bannon @gabannon

Ricotta Spinach Patties with Lemon Yogurt Sauce

These patties make a great appetizer or can be served with brunch or a light lunch. **Be sure to use a non-stick skillet or patties will stick.

Author: Daily Inspiration S @DailyInspiration

Pattie's Kicked Up Southern Caviar

Another recipe given to me by my mother. This is my "go to" dish for parties and gatherings, and it's lower in fat than most Texas caviar recipes. The hardest part is trying not to devour it before serving...

Author: melissa woods @mwoodsTN

Chive Potato Cakes

Delicious Chive Potato Cakes

Author: Jane Kaylie

Fried Green Tomatoes With Cream Sauce

A True Southern Classic. No reason to wait for the tomatoes to ripen on the vine..pick a few while they are still green and fry them to perfection!

Author: Iris Bonanno

Southern Boiled Peanuts

Boiled peanuts are a Southern staple. They are filling, salty, tender and delicious and perfect to live off of while fishing, boating and camping because it's a food that can get wet and still taste perfect....

Author: Jill Moody

Chopped Tomato Salad Crostini

An easy and delicious appetizer for any occasion!

Author: Catherine Cappiello Pappas @LadyGourmet

Gaby's Rice Paper Wraps

This is a very simple and healthy lunch/snack my daughter Gaby makes, of course you can make as many as you please.

Author: Monika Rosales

Tomato & Mozzarella with Balsamic Pearls

Okay here we go... this is an appetizer that we all know and love... tomato and mozzarella, but with a twist. We're going to use some balsamic pearls to enhance the dish, and put it into another dimension......

Author: Andy Anderson ! @ThePretentiousChef

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

Mushrooms are by far one of my favorite vegetables. Now stuff those delicious little freaks of nature with sausage and cheese stuffing and you have my undivided attention. If you have never made Sausage...

Author: Beth Pierce @smalltownwoman

Zucchini crostini

I found this on the internet because I was looking for ways to use up some of the many zucchinis from my garden. It is garlicy and delicious and it is similar to a pesto.

Author: Lucille Hoerle

Mushroom Croustades

Another one from Secret Ingredients

Author: Lynnda Cloutier

Warm Turnip Green Dip

Don't like turnip greens? Neither do I, but try this dip with cornbread crackers and see what you think.

Author: Joyce Lowery

Crab stuffed mushrooms

Found on Facebook and can't wait to try it! Always hard to find a good stuffed mushroom recipe but this looks like the winner! The recipe called for claw meat but I will be using backfin or regular. Born...

Author: Victoria Ross

Spicy Sweet Mini Pepper Poppers

Just another yummy popper!!! Definitely worth trying if you like "heat".

Author: Lynn Socko @lynnsocko

BEST EVER CHUNKY GUACAMOLE

I've had lots of guacamole and this is truly the best. Of all the things I've cooked for guests, this recipe is is one of the best received! It's the bacon that makes the difference! I adapted this from...

Author: Stacy Goodall

Onion Ring Wannabe's

I love onion rings, but never made them. I was experimenting the other day and just couldn't get the stuff to stick to the onions well enough, so I decided to go another route and chopped the onion up....

Author: Jamie Burris

SWEET AND SOUR WINTER SQUASH

This is great to make ahead of time reheat just before serving or serve cold.

Author: Eddie Jordan

Cucumber Dill Dip

Cleaning out my produce - so this is what came of my cucumbers. Can never have enough dips, this one is one of my favorites...love it with fresh veggies! Enjoy!

Author: Cassie *

CRUNCHY ZUCCHINI STRIPS !

This time of year we are blessed to be having garden fresh veggies!!! Well we can sure make alot of things from our zucchini, this one is easy and yummy. 8/9/12 Picture is from Mr. Food~

Author: Carol Junkins

TWICE BAKED POTATO CROQUETTES

The inspiration for this recipe came from 2 different recipes, one posted by Thomas Bohne, & one for my Fee Fie Faux Chicken, I used ingredients from both recipes but also added other ingredients. I decided...

Author: Rose Mary Mogan

Roasted Grape Tomato and Basil Crostini

If you have never roasted a tomato before, be warned...you will fall in LOVE! When you roast the tomatoes over time they build this sweet flavor, one word - divine! I normally roast more than the recipe...

Author: Carli Brooks

ONION PARTY PUFFS

Really good

Author: Joanne Sarver

Lazy Vegan Ratatouille

The flavors in this dish are so vibrant! Not only will this recipe be appealing to vegans and meat-eaters alike, it's also a breeze to prepare. A perfect fresh eats treat.

Author: Barb Hayes @BabsLouie

Easy Breezy Asparagus Appetizer

This easy appetizer has been a hit at many of my parties. The pickled asparagus goes well with the cream cheese and chives. The asparagus comes in various thicknesses. If thin, use three sprigs. If thicker,...

Author: Mary Ellen Taylor @MaryEllenTaylor

Patsy's Stuffed Red Potatoes

I like to make these as an appetizer. My husband and sons love bacon and cheese ,I prefer sauteed mushrooms,so choose the topping you like. This is one of the items I'll make for Super Bowl.

Author: Patsy G @lovetocookpatsy

Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)

This is how I like to make spinach pie. It is probably cheesier than what is traditional. I like the mozzarella because, well, who doesn't like mozzarella? Often it is made with dill, but once I tried...

Author: Lucy Selvaggio-Diaz @threeovens

Buffalo Cauliflower

Just had this at a friends, I've never seen veggies disappear so fast before. Out of the oven and poof empty baking dish.

Author: Maryann Rusinyak

Tomatoes Florentine

Great way to use up my tomatoes from the gardens, simple appetizer for a picnic or barbeque

Author: billy haze

Fried Pickled Green Beans

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Author: Lisa G. Sweet Pantry Gal

Kicked Up Zucchini Patties

I've added a little pizzazz to the average zucchini patties giving them more personality and zing! Dip them in your favorite dipping sauce or make my Spicy Garlic Mayo Dipping Sauce for a down home New...

Author: Donna Graffagnino

Italian Zucchini Cresent Pie

Quick and Easy.

Author: judy base @judybase

COLD SPINACH DIP

This recipe is my take on the original Knorr Spinach Dip recipe. It can be served with vegetable sticks, crackers or my favorite... toasted Demi Asiago Cheese Bread from Panera Bread.

Author: Liz Owen

Stuffed Baby Sweet Peppers

I went to Sams and bought a huge bag of baby sweet peppers. I had so many left over a week later I needed to be inventive instead of repetative. So I hope you try these, they are truely a wonder!! Super...

Author: Erika Hollis

Cucumber Sandwiches

One of my coworkers shared this recipe at a work potluck a few years back. They were a hit so she shared the recipe and we often take them to gatherings with family and friends now. They not only taste...

Author: Tina Cook

Country Style Tomatoes

This unusual dish will go great on the buffet table, especially when tomatoes are in season. Try beefsteak tomatoes with this one!

Author: Jamallah Bergman

Fried Green Beans

This is one of my husband's summer favorites. Someone at his work told him how good they were, so we had to try them. They are a very good appetizer or accompaniment to a meal.

Author: Donna Brown

Greek Eggplant Dip/Spread "Melitzanosalata"

The eggplant dip/spread "Melitzanosalata" is a simple but tasty summer appetizer "meze" It is also consumed during Lent. For those not fasting can add some feta cheese. You'll notice the difference. Although...

Author: Maria * @WWCook1

Aunt Freda's Veggie Dip

This is a delicious dip with raw cauliflower, carrots, cucumbers. Use your imagination. A great way to get my kids to eat veggies!

Author: Sarah Stephens Smith

Mini Zucchini Cheese Bites

Quick, easy, and looks delish!

Author: Amanda W

Oriental Cucumbers

I found this recipe in an old recipe box that I had tucked away. It had been clipped from a newspaper many years ago. Make it ahead of time. The longer it sets, the better it becomes. It can be easily...

Author: Kathy W

Edible Eyeballs

This is a fun snack for a halloween party tray. The kids will love to help decorate the carrot circles after you have cut them. I found this recipe and picture on familyfun.go.com

Author: Jeanne Benavidez

Ants on a log

This is another Vintage Picture of a recipe I made many years ago, but it is still tasty & always a hit when ever they are served. Big & little kids alike love these little tasty gems. Hope you give them...

Author: Rose Mary Mogan

Crispy Baked Zucchini w/ Marinara Sauce

A great appetizer and best of all, they're baked. The marinara sauce is a perfect dipping sauce.

Author: Daily Inspiration S @DailyInspiration

Fermented Dill Pickles Refrigerated "Clausen" Type

I must have planted too many cucumber plants! We can't keep up eating them so what do you do when life hands you cucumbers...make pickles! I love crunchy refrigerator pickles the "clausen" type so this...

Author: Malinda Coletta

BLT Bites

I came up with these for a party the other day. They were gone in minutes. Everyone commented on how good they were. I used tomatoes slightly larger than cherry tomatoes and they were a 2 bite appetizer...

Author: April Dettmann