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Italian Party Appetizers

"Quick, easy, delicious, colorful and impressive! This is one great recipe to serve with a refreshing white wine to unexpected guests. Easily doubled for a crowd." Heather Nygren - Cumming, Georgia

Author: Taste of Home

Beef Taquitos

Beef Taquitos are crispy and delicious fried taquitos that are loaded with tender shredded beef that is seasoned perfectly and topped with sour cream and lettuce. Always a favorite Mexican food recipe...

Author: Great Grub, Delicious Treats

Roasted Squash Seeds

Learn how to roast perfectly crispy seeds from any winter squash with this easy method and recipe. They're the perfect fall snack!

Author: Running to the Kitchen

Bear's Picnic Veggie Dip

A colorful array of vegetables served with this delicious dip added more appealing finger food at the teddy bear theme party. A nice accompaniment to the sandwich, this popular appetizer would be a welcome...

Author: Taste of Home

Catfish Spread

Whenever we have a fish fry, we begin the meal with this dip. My children and grandchildren love it, and it gets rave reviews at picnic and potlucks. Someone always requests the recipe. -Edna Carter, West...

Author: Taste of Home

Hawaiian Egg Rolls

As an avid cook, I am constantly trying to come up with recipes for leftovers. This one gives a whole new twist to extra ham. My two children think these egg rolls are wonderful, and they freeze well....

Author: Taste of Home

Roasted Spring Onion and Goat Cheese Eggs

We can't think of a lovelier spring appetizer than these egg-shaped goat-cheese balls flavored with caramelized spring onions, purple chive blossoms, and pink peppercorns. They're just the thing for an...

Author: Martha Stewart

Open Faced Baguette with Prosciutto and Green Olive Tapenade

Treat party guests to the classic Italian combination of prosciutto, Parmesan, and green olives with this easy-to-make hors d'oeuvre from chef Pierre Schaedelin. Also Try: Open-Faced Baguette with Cured...

Author: Martha Stewart

Candied Bacon Pigs

If you have seen recipes for little smokies wrapped in bacon, this recipe takes it a couple steps further. It's totally worth the extra work and always gobbled up quickly!

Author: lobstah_luva

Avocado, Feta, and Cabbage Wrap

Wrap these ingredients inside a Spelt or Kamut Tortilla.

Author: Martha Stewart

Mac Attack

Who doesn't love mac & cheese? I guarantee this recipe is tastier than the kind from a box. Grating the onions adds flavor without messing up the texture.

Mini Rice Cake Snacks

Our Test Kitchen staff had a ball dressing up sweet bite-size rice cakes with a simple spread and colorful fruits. Try them with a combination of your favorite flavors.

Author: Taste of Home

Christmas Tree Pull Apart Bread

Garlic knots form a festive Christmas tree when baked together and trimmed with "holly" and "ornaments" made of mini red peppers, fresh green herbs, and white mozzarella pearls.

Author: Riley Wofford

Grilled Bread with Chimichurri

This crusty side is a South-American twist on garlic bread.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chicken Satay with Peanut Chutney Sauce

This easy Thai chicken dish is served with an addictive dipping sauce that will have everyone scraping the bottom of the bowl.

Author: Martha Stewart

Ranch Pinwheel Sandwiches

Our Ranch Pinwheel Sandwiches recipe is a great finger food that's perfect for enjoying at home or taking along for lunch or BBQs!

Author: Hidden Valley

Mediterranean Orzo with Shrimp

If you love orzo recipes, especially orzo pasta salads, then this Mediterranean orzo with shrimp will be great for your next summer lunch recipe, or to go along with your barbecue recipes.

Olive Veggie Pizza

My husband is in the Navy, and I often feed several of his fellow officers," says Becky Fore of El Cajon, California. "They always ask for this pizza. I have to make four pies to feed them!

Author: Taste of Home

Speedy Smoked Salmon Crackers

Celebrate Derby Day with these rosy-pink smoked-salmon canapes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Bacon Wrapped Scallops Baked in Oven with Maple Cream Sauce

Bacon wrapped scallops baked in the oven are topped with a Dijon maple cream sauce for an impressive scallop appetizer. You won't believe how easy these low carb baked scallops really are! Used with permission...

Author: Diana Johnson

Springtime Morel and Fava Bean Crostini

Impress your dinner guests with this elegant, simple mushroom appetizer from chef Larry Forgione of An American Place restaurant.

Author: Martha Stewart

Captain Rodney's Cheese Bake Recipe

Mix mayonnaise, cream cheese, cheddar and onions in greased quiche pan....

Author: Priester's Pecans

Buttery Radish Baguette

My dad and brother are crazy for radishes, and this peppery baguette appetizer is a big-time favorite. Add a sprinkle of fresh dill or parsley on top. -Kathy Hewitt, Cranston, Rhode Island

Author: Taste of Home

Saffron Chicken Wings

Author: Martha Stewart

Vegan Mushroom Tea Sandwiches

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Author: Martha Stewart

Finger Salad with Anchovy Vinaigrette

Tangy anchovy vinaigrette makes a perfect dip for whole leaves of lettuce.

Author: Martha Stewart

Mark's Risotto with Butter and Parmesan

When properly cooked, Arborio rice has a crunchy center and a creamy outer texture. Making perfect risotto is an art. Mark Strausman, chef and owner of New York City's Campagna, says that "when you get...

Author: Martha Stewart

Potato Chips with Malt Vinegar

Oven-roasted golden potato chips make a fine substitute for the deep-fried kind. These are paired with malt vinegar for a tasty snack.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pumpkin Chestnut Soup

Whole peeled chestnuts add structure to this pumpkin soup, texture that's important if the squash is too watery.

Author: Martha Stewart

Spicy Ritz Crackers

Quick, tasty snack. You can't eat just one!

Author: FirecrackerDan

Guacamole for Nachos

Guacamole is at its best when freshly made. With just a handful of ingredients, this is easily done.

Author: Martha Stewart

Apricot Salsa with Lemon Verbena

Author: Martha Stewart

Super Nacho Appetizer

Mexican food is popular for potluck gatherings here in South Texas, and this dish always brings "oohs" and "aahs". It's usually served as an appetizer, but is hearty enough for a main course along with...

Author: Taste of Home

Air Fryer Buttermilk Biscuits

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Author: by Pink

Cheddar Bacon Potato Wedges

Cheddar Bacon Potato Wedges are made with bacon bits, cheddar cheese, and green onions, and are the ultimate crispy appetizer for game day.

Author: Sabrina Snyder

Homemade Vegan Wontons

These homemade wontons have a flavorful vegan ground meat filling and are fun and easy to make!

Author: Eva Agha

Pretty Stuffed Spring Peas

These stuffed peas are the perfect way to welcome spring and sail right through summer. I serve them on a platter surrounded by juicy strawberries. -Phyllis Cooper, Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts

Author: Taste of Home

Hot Dog Sliders

An American favorite, hot dogs, turn into a fun treat that is great for a laid-back party. They get three special treatments in this recipe: Chicago-style, Bavarian and South of the Border. -Taste of Home...

Author: Taste of Home

Daikon Fettucine with Tomato Basil Sauce

This recipe for daikon fettucine with tomato-basil sauce is from "The New Art of Japanese Cooking," by chef Masaharu Morimoto.

Author: Martha Stewart

Japanese Shrimp Toasts

Pleasantly salty and just a little bit sweet, there's no better way to kick off a party and get guests hungry for more than with these shrimp toasts. Traditionally a Chinese dim sum delicacy, our recipe...

Author: Greg Lofts

Grilled Pork Appetizers

People can't seem to get enough of these tender hors d'oeuvres. Marinated in a sauce that is slightly sweetened with honey, the party starters also make a wonderful entree when served over rice. -Susan...

Author: Taste of Home

Ham and Cheese Crackerwiches

This makes a satisfying afterschool snack. Kids will love the grape jelly.

Author: Martha Stewart

Crab Salad with Avocado and Tostones

Don't have a mallet to flatten the tostones? Just use a saucer, a spatula, or the flat bottom surface of a measuring cup.

Author: Martha Stewart

The Best Salsa

This salsa is easy to make, and it's flavorful but not too spicy. I always get requests for this when we offer to bring a dish to a party. At a recent event, my husband caught a woman eating it out of...

Author: Taste of Home

Sliced Tomatoes with Lemon Thyme

Sliced tomatoes are strewn with thyme for a simple salad.

Author: Martha Stewart

Salt and Sugar Pickles

This salt-and-sugar pickle recipe is courtesy of chef David Chang.

Author: Martha Stewart

Baked Onion Brie Spread

The buttery brie-and-onion flavor of this spread just melts in your mouth. Plus, you can even eat the bread bowl, which my husband said is the best part. Lori Adams, Mooresville, Indiana

Author: Taste of Home

Pepper Shooters

Pop one of these savory peppers into your mouth for a tantalizing array of flavors. It's like an antipasto platter all in one bite.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen,

Author: Taste of Home

Shrimp and Grit Cakes with Seven Pepper Jelly

These make a welcoming Southern appetizer for any gathering.

Author: Martha Stewart

Lisa's Goutie Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: napa cabbage, salt, ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, scallions, sesame oil, ginger, white pepper, large round dumpling wrappers, canola oil, water, dipping sauce, soy sauce, sesame...

Author: Rie McClenny