Satisfying a hungry crowd is simple with these oven-baked morsels. The bite-sized chicken pieces are served with an incredibly easy sauce that combines apricot preserves and mustard. -Michelle Krzmarzick,...
Author: Taste of Home
This irresistible combo could become your new signature snack food. Park the spicy baked chips next to a bowl of the cool, creamy dip and let the gang have at it. What a fantastic twist on traditional...
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Perhaps nothing so perfectly captures the sweet, salty essence of the sea as an oyster on the half shell. The Hog Island Oyster Company in Marshall, California, harvests some of the most delicious oysters...
Author: Martha Stewart
With just a few ingredients, these quick-cooking skewers become an elegant starter to stave off hunger or an easy addition to any grilled menu.
Author: Martha Stewart
The citrus marinade for the shrimp is spiked with tequila, which makes for a very flavorful grilled appetizer, or serve over rice for a quick and easy dinner.
Author: Martha Stewart
The longer this creamy, beefy blend chills, the better it tastes. I usually have to make a double batch when I bring it to family gatherings. It's good not only with bite-size bagel pieces, but also with...
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My family can't resist sweet potatoes when they're mashed, placed in crunchy phyllo shells and topped with marshmallows. The bite-size tarts are fun to eat, too! -Marla Clark, Moriarty, New Mexico
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I grew up eating many dishes from Pureto Rico but tostones have always been a favorite dish for me. I still make the fried snacks when I miss my family. -Leah Martin, Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania
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Looking for low carb? This simple snack recipe is a fantastic way to satisfy your pizza cravings while skipping the usual carb-filled crust. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Carciofi alla Giudia (Jewish-style artichokes) is a classic and delicious dish originating from the Roman-Jewish community in Italy. To make a batch at home, fry up baby artichokes until crisp for a flavorful...
Author: Martha Stewart
Step up your snack game with these homemade spicy pickles that pack a punch of flavor. They're made even better with a quick fry and coat of Nashville-style hot oil. Dip in a sweet and tangy comeback sauce...
Author: Tikeyah Whittle
"My family loved a local restaurant's chicken wings, but when we tried to make them at home, we couldn't figure out how to get their ranch flavor right," recalls Jennifer Bender of Venice, Florida. "When...
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An easy, quick appetizer that I first tasted at a Native American wedding ceremony. Dates are stuffed with almonds and wrapped in bacon!
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I first tasted this quick and easy cream cheese apple dip at a friend's Christmas party. I kept going back for more. -Karen Wydrinski, Woodstock, Georgia
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These candied walnuts are the perfect complement to our Walnut-Olive-Oil Cake.
Author: Martha Stewart
For a delightfully different way to serve refreshing cucumbers, try this recipe. This creamy spread is so good with crackers or vegetables.-Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina
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This great recipe for spicy-sweet chicken wings is courtesy of Suvir Saran and can be found in "American Masala." They make for a delicious appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
I'm a fan of shrimp, and my family loves nachos. When I combined those favorites and added fresh avocado, the result was a cool yet satisfying snack. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
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I stuffed figs with cream cheese and wrapped them in bacon and spices for an addictive flavor combo that's sweet, salty and delicious. You can use dates, too. -Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon
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We suggest pairing this garlicky dressing with mixed greens such as Boston lettuce and watercress, or drizzling it over grilled tofu or chicken for a light yet satisfying meal. If you prefer a milder dressing,...
Author: Martha Stewart
Artichokes can be steamed and chilled in advance and served with tarragon-flecked mayonnaise as a simple starter.
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe came about one night when I was trying to think of a new and different snack to serve the next day. The empty platter at the party signaled that these rolls were a hit! -Darlene Abney, Muenster,...
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I took a couple of my favorite recipes and combined them into these delicious hors d'oeuvres. The colorful and impressive snacks come together easily with refrigerated crescent roll dough, prepared pesto...
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While visiting a friend who had just moved to St. Louis, Missouri, I tried these toasted ravioli at almost every restaurant! When I got home, I had to try to replicate them, and this recipe comes pretty...
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Cheese, jalapeno pepper, sour cream and green onions top these pretty potato slices, seasoned with dry ranch dressing mix. "I love to serve them to guests, and they love to eat them," notes Tony Horton...
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Spinach and feta cheese top crisp slices of French bread in the festive-looking hors d'oeuvres sent in by Alina Abbott of Mesa, Arizona. "I've made these appetizers for parties, and everyone raves about...
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The variety of tomatoes, onions and peppers makes this chunky salsa so good. Whenever I try to take a batch to a get-together, it's hard to keep my family from finishing it off first! It's a super snack...
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Here's what you need: ground beef, italian sausage, minced garlic, fresh parsley, grated parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, italian breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, oil, slider buns, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella...
Author: Betsy Carter
When I'm looking for more special appetizer, this is the recipe I reach for. I've also served these savory scallops for dinner.-Pamela MacCumbee, Berkeley Springs, West Virginia
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Here's a sweet and spicy twist on salsa. Served with chips, it's an excellent party starter. It also adds a refreshing touch on top of grilled fish or meat.-Angela Longtin, Cavalier, North Dakota
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A rich-but-worth-it appetizer, with prosciutto tucked under a blanket of bechamel sauce.
Author: Martha Stewart
I enjoy shredded chicken dishes, Moroccan seasonings and pita sandwiches. The addition of the carrot salad laced with dates and pomegranate seeds lends an extra punch and crunch. Mini flour tortillas can...
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These stuffed tidbits pack a surprising crunch, thanks to chopped pecans in the cheesy spinach filling. The appetizers are fun to serve for a special occasion. Whenever guest sample these mushrooms, they...
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Pack on the flavor with just a few ingredients! These meatballs hit the spot. -Mary Poninski, Whittington, Illinois
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I love these any-occasion air-fryer taquitos. Spice them up by adding sliced jalapenos, if desired. — Mark Webber, Valdez, Alaska
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Here's what you need: pizza dough, chicken, bacon, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, pepper, garlic powder, olive oil, alfredo sauce
Author: Julie Klink
Here's what you need: large head romain lettuce, cherry tomatoes, carrot, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, red wine vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, dried oregano, garlic clove, olive oil, salt,...
Author: Joey Firoben
I combined some of my favorite flavors in an easy bread to complement our Italian meals. I make the pesto, oven-dried tomatoes and roasted red peppers, but store-bought versions work too. -Sue Gronholz,...
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These grain-free, cheesy cauliflower breadsticks are made with vegetables instead of flour. Serve with your favorite marinara sauce.-Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
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If you're looking for something special for your holiday hors d' oeuvres table, this tangy out-of-the-ordinary appetizer will fill the bill. "It is so popular with my friends that I try to keep Brie cheese...
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Because Japanese rice balls are so easy to eat, they're often used in lunch boxes. Our Test Kitchen's onigiri recipe features tuna and a touch of wasabi. -Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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"The recipe for this rich cheesy bread was given to me by a co-worker's wife, and I've used it often," notes Nancy McWhorter of Bridge City, Texas. "With the tasty addition of ripe olives and onions, it's...
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Here's what you need: bread flour, whole milk, bread flour, granulated sugar, kosher salt, instant yeast, whole milk, milk powder, large eggs, unsalted butter, nonstick cooking spray, shredded Cabot Vermont...
Author: Cabot Creamery Co-operative
"I first made this zippy dip for my husband's birthday party," recalls Nikki Rosati of Franksville, Wisconsin. "So many people asked for the recipe that I photocopied it to pass out."
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Oysters Rockefeller is a classic, elegant and timeless appetizer from New Orleans. I love the flavor but wanted to try it in another of my favorite appetizers: egg rolls. I think the combination is a winner....
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Karen Mellinger Baker of Dover, Ohio blends a can of crushed pineapple into her meatballs to create a taste-tempting treat. Best of all, the sweet and tangy glaze that coats this big batch of bite-size...
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