Serve this dish as an appetizer or a dessert-the choice is yours! If desired, the pineapple spears can be rolled in flaked coconut before grilling. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Like deep-fried pickles? You'll love this version even more. Dill pickle slices are coated with panko bread crumbs and spices, then air-fried until crispy. Dip them in ranch dressing for an appetizer you...
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Spicy and slightly tangy, this special dip from Jerene Bennett of Seymour, Missouri gets its kick from hot pepper sauce and salsa.
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For a winning appetizer, serve crispy phyllo cups filled with taco-seasoned ground beef and shredded cheese. These handheld bites will be a surefire hit with a hungry crowd. -Roseann Weston, Philipsburg,...
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The classic cereal snack mix often goes by the name "nuts and bolts," making it a perfect treat for a handy dad. Our version is made with an addictive blend of savory seasonings and spices.
Author: Martha Stewart
These pretty pinwheel appetizers from Charlie Clutts of New Tazewell, Tennessee are easy to make and fun to nibble, with a yummy cream cheese filling that's layered with ham.
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This has always been a great potluck dish-I haven't found anyone yet who hasn't loved it! The rich and creamy crab and artichoke flavors get an extra surprising spike from the jalapenos. -Keely Clary,...
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Not too hot but full of flavor, these shrimp are one of a kind. They're easy to make and take to parties, where they'll impress the other guests. -Bob Gebhardt, Wausau, WI.
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These finger-lickin' shrimp practically fly off the platter at my get-togethers. Play with the amount of sriracha to get the spice level just the way you like it. -Susan Harrison, Laurel, Maryland
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I have six children and one grandchild, work full-time, and coach soccer and football. So I appreciate recipes like this one that are easy to assemble. The rich, creamy dip is a fun appetizer for holiday...
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Sometimes I'll turn this into individual appetizers by putting a spoonful of salsa in a tortilla chip scoop, then topping with a small dollop of sour cream.
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My sister Teresa got this recipe from a friend and she passed it along. It's loaded with cheese, artichokes and just the right amount of jalapenos for a crowd-pleasing flavor. -Mary Spencer, Greendale,...
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These tempting bacon cheese fries are one finger food I can make a meal of. Quick to fix, they're a hit at parties and as a snack. Ranch dressing is a tasty alternative to sour cream. -Marilyn Dutkus,...
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Here's what you need: oil, onion, ginger, garlic, mushroom, bell pepper, cabbage, carrot, salt, pepper, fresh cilantro, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, cooking sherry, sugar, wonton wrapper, oil, water,...
Author: Claire Nolan
From Annapolis, Maryland, Mitzi Sentiff writes, "People won't guess that this delicious dip, which is great for parties, is also low in fat. I love to serve it with a nice assortment of fresh vegetables...
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My brother moved to New Orleans and I love visiting him and his family whenever I can. These easy jalapeno poppers are stuffed with crab, cajun seasonings and bacon. They're a little hot and spicy, just...
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Here's what you need: ground chicken, salt, pepper, mozzarella cheese, panko breadcrumbs, dried oregano, flour, eggs, oil
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My husband's aunt shared this recipe with me ages ago. Not only is it a Christmas Eve tradition in my home, but in the homes of our grown children as well. -Delores Hill, Helena, Montana
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I always like a little extra chili sauce on top of these easy snacks. If you're out of crab, try them with water-packed tuna. -Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
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Both my husband and I were raised on farms, and we prefer home cooking to eating out. That works out fine since I love trying new recipes! I've served this apple salsa as an appetizer and a snack. Plus,...
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I crave this bruschetta-like pizza in spring, when I'm planting tomatoes in our garden. Slices make great appetizers when the tomatoes are ripe. But you can also serve the pizza alongside a grilled entree...
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"I've been making this salsa for a few years now. Chipotle pepper gives it a smoky kick. The recipe makes a big batch, but it doesn't last a day in our house." -Pamela Paula, Weeki Wachee, Florida
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When my brother arrives at family gatherings, the first thing he asks is whether or not I brought this appetizer!
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When a college classmate and I threw a party for our professor, a friend contributed these savory appetizers. Everyone in the class requested the recipe before the party was done. Try the cups with chicken...
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Butter crackers are baked with bacon and brown sugar to make a delicious snack.
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Many times I've taken this dish to church dinners and I'm always asked for the recipe. It's a super appetizer for any gathering.
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My husband loves this recipe. It's a wonderful use for my garden tomatoes! -Jen Low, Buffalo, New York
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I've got one of those sweet, creamy dips you can't resist. Bake it in the oven, or use the slow cooker to make it ooey-gooey marvelous. -Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida
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My friend gave me this grill-friendly recipe. The combination of lime, cilantro and soy sauce gives these shrimp skewers a memorable taste reminiscent of tropical cuisine. To make it a main dish, serve...
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I love to serve this dip for tailgate parties or as an appetizer for any occasion. It's so quick and easy to pull together and just full of flavor! -Andrea Reynolds, Rocky River, Ohio
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Here's what you need: strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, watermelon, lime juice, maple syrup
Author: Merle O'Neal
Color it Christmas with a platter of red and green apple slices piled 'round a bowl of this yummy no-fuss fruit dip! The dip also goes well with strawberries, grapes and kiwi.
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Dare to deviate from tomato salsa and try this tomatillo-based version for a deliciously addictive change of pace. It's fantastic on its own with tortilla chips or served as a condiment alongside a variety...
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"This recipe offers an excellent way to create elegant and full-flavored appetizers," writes Teresa Spencer from Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. "It's perfect with wine and other drinks."
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One of my favorite dishes in childhood was my mom's pineapple and green pepper cheese ball. Now I make it, and it's always a hit. -Susan Harrison, Laurel, Maryland
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"There are never leftovers when I serve these! This recipe is from a friend, but I modified it for a slimmer version that tastes as good as the original." Cathy Barger - Clarksville, Michigan
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Garlic lovers will literally eat this up! Fresh basil gives it a lovely aroma; crushed red peppers offer a hint of heat; and sun-dried tomatoes make the creamy sandwich spread bright. It's terrific on...
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Folks will think you're spoiling them when you serve this wonderful shrimp mousse! Molded in a ring, it looks fancy even as it feeds a crowd.
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This is a wonderful warm appetizer for springtime entertaining. It's perfect for showers and also makes a tasty first course for Easter dinner.
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If five cheese fonduta isn't one of the most mouthwatering foods of all time, I don't know what is! Swap out any cheeses you don't like for your favorites. -Cheri Gilmore, Festus, Missouri
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Benedictine is a creamy spread studded with chopped cucumbers. It was named in honor of Jennie Carter Benedict, a chef and restaurateur from Louisville, Kentucky, who created the condiment at the turn...
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Store-bought puff pastry makes these pies extra easy. Serve them with a green salad.
Author: Martha Stewart
"After a long futile search for the perfect wing recipe, I came up with these hot, sweet and spicy chicken wins. The blend of flavors has something for everyone. We love them during football season." -Brent...
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Guests will never guess a dish so flavorful could take only 10 minutes of hands-on prep and no cooking! Great as a side dish or tempting tidbit on a relish tray, this versatile recipe is from Billie Moss...
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My neighbor gave me a container of this zippy, tangy salsa one Christmas and I had to have the recipe. I fix it regularly for potlucks and get-togethers and never have leftover. I take copies of the recipe...
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Our family just loves my husband's version of store-bought pizza rolls. They take some time to make, but they freeze well so we get to enjoy the fruits of our labor for a long time! -Julie Gaines, Normal,...
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Smoky bacon and barbecue sauce perfectly balance the oysters' briny flavor in this easy-to-make recipe from chef Chris Schlesinger. Also try:Grilled Clams with Garlic, White Wine, and Tomatoes; Southeast...
Author: Martha Stewart
Inspired by Mediterranean classics such as pissaladiere and focaccia,this tart has a soft, chewy, rosemary-imbued crust. Sweet caramelized onions and roastedtomatoes settle in next to piquant black olives...
Author: Martha Stewart