When I had drop-in guests, I threw some mini tart appetizers together using mushrooms I had just bought on sale. Everyone gave them rave reviews and thought I'd spent hours cooking.
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Leeks marinated in a lemony vinaigrette are offered at room temperature
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These mushroom appetizers are perfect for any party! From pizza to dip to stuffed mushrooms, everyone will go nuts for these tasty bites.
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I've made this creamy, hearty mushroom appetizer for years-it's a big hit every time.-Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia
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Kim Marie Van Rheenen of Mendota, Illinois reports, "At our family gatherings, I'm 'required' to serve this creamy dip - so I'm thankful it mixes up so quickly! It's especially attractive served with red...
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Recipe adapted from Aran Goyoaga and her blog, Cannelle et Vanille.
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Kids will love these personal-size hand pies. Precooking the ingredients for the filling makes for a thoroughly stress-free dinner.
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Some warm cream cheese-based dips are too salty for me. This one has a nice balance. I developed the recipe for a co-worker's going-away party. Adding black pepper or lemon pepper can add more zing if...
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This yummy variation on spinach dip gets a bit of crunch from chopped broccoli. Everyone enjoys this delicious blend, which you can serve with crackers or in a bread bowl.
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Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, rice, onion, carrot, scallion, ginger, garlic, salt, seasoned rice vinegar, soy sauce, large eggs, olive oil, chicken breast, salt, garlic, ginger, soy sauce,...
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Liven up your next party with this distinctive cheese recipe from "Simple, Fresh, Southern: Knockout Dishes with Down-Home Flavor," by chefs Matt and Ted Lee.Also try:-Black Pepper Buttermilk Fresh Cheese-...
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While the real bird is roasting, you can present your guests with this tasty Thanksgiving turkey. It also makes for a fun centerpiece. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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No one will guess that this make-ahead pumpkin cheese ball has pumpkin in it, but that subtle ingredient lends harvest color and added nutrition. -Linnea Rein, Topeka, Kansas
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Chef Virginia Willis uses the classic Southern technique of reducing Coca-Cola and spices into a syrupy glaze for these flavorful chicken wings.
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Here's a deliciously different sandwich. It's yummy warm from the oven or off the grill at a cookout. The cheesy filling is complemented by a mix of garden-fresh ingredients and crusty bread. I usually...
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This hearty dip is very filling! It's packed with fresh ingredients like avocados, tomatoes, onions and more.-V. Eleanor Dargo, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Here's what you need: Walmart Cherry Tomatoes, large garlic, ground coriander, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, kosher salt, olive oil, chickpeas, lemon juice, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, green...
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Everyone needs a surefire grab-and-go tailgate or picnic recipe. Wonton wrappers filled with chicken and spices make these bites fun on the run. -Heidi Jobe, Carrollton, Georgia
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If you're serving these sweet and tender scallops as a main course, mashed potatoes and steamed spinach make excellent accompaniments.
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Spreading Christmas cheer is deliciously simple with this holiday novelty. Originally my mother's recipe, it always gets raves.
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Flaky salmon and creamy sauce go so well over hard-boiled eggs. Drizzle the sauce or serve it on the side; it's great either way. -Marinela Dragan, Portland, Oregon
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Crisp on the outside, creamy on the inside, these Fried Mashed Potato Croquettes make tasty hors d'oeuvres.
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To make the best pizzas, you'll need a pizza stone, which is placed on an oven rack and heats up while you prepare the dough, and a pizza peel, a flat board with a long handle that lets you deposit the...
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Dijon mustard helps the coating of panko breadcrumbs and shredded coconut stick to the shrimp in this tropical-inspired dish.
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The recipe for the make-ahead fresh tomato sauce came from a Neapolitan farmer. He readies it before dawn to "cook" before heading out to the fields; throughout the day, the flavors of the garlic, tomatoes,...
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The combo of watermelon and cucumber may sound unusual—it tastes anything but! Eat the salsa with chips, or serve it as a topper with hot dogs or chicken tacos for a refreshing change of pace. -Suzanne...
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With two types of cheese, bacon and sausage, what's not to love about these tasty bites from Kelly McWherter of Houston, Texas? And the kicker: each one has less than 35 calories. Now that's reason to...
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This fun recipe makes a tasty, crunchy treat that uses a wild resource so abundant here in the Southwest. Many people don't know cactus is edible-and tasty! If cactus don't grow where you live, your grocery...
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Chorizo and paprika add smokiness to these crispy bites. For a harvest party, make them into little pumpkins using pretzel sticks and cilantro leaves.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Here's what you need: pomegranate seeds, whole cumin seeds, chickpea flour, black pepper, cayenne pepper, ground coriander, baking powder, salt, full-fat yogurt, water, fresh cilantro, small onions, jalapeñoes,...
Author: Alvin Zhou
Add some veggies like red and orange bell pepper rings on a bed of salad greens for a healthy, elegant meal. -Bridget Coulter, San Diego, California
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This slightly sweet dip is always a big hit at family gatherings. It's a nice addition to a brunch buffet. -Cynthia Hawks, Hamburg, New York
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Serve this antipasto dish as part of an appetizer table at your next gathering.
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Peas and bacon give this traditional appetizer a nice little twist. A family favorite, these deviled eggs are always first to disappear from the table. -Abi McMahon, Sherman Oaks, California
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These pretty pinwheels are loaded with cheese, imitation crabmeat and black olives. Using refrigerated crescent rolls is so convenient.-Lisa Harke, Old Monroe, Missouri
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Every January, we host a family get-together to watch "the big game" on TV. I'm not much of a football fan, but I do enjoy that annual opportunity to try out new recipes. These tasty finger sandwiches...
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Would you, could you, for a party? These deviled eggs will be delicious. Use frozen peas--oh, so nutritious! Creamy, cool, they taste like spring. Pea shoots on top give fresh-picked zing. Add cooked pancetta...
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These chicken wings taste good with curried almond rice and a salad. I've also garnished them with mandarin oranges or chopped peppers for special company.
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This is a family recipe from a woman in our church. We increased the quantity to feed hungry teens at our annual gathering of over 100 students from the area.-Gay Avery, Massena, New York
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I've taken this appetizer to many potlucks over the years, and everybody always enjoys dunking bagel bites into the creamy, kicked-up dip. -Shari Stensrud, Cambridge, Minnesota
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A marinade using balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and Italian dressing boosts the flavor of these tender shrimp. Diane Harrison of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania serves the delightful bites chilled.
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Here's what you need: biscuit dough, mozzarella cheese, basil pesto, butter, garlic cloves
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Local veggies and herbs have a magical knack for inspiring me to cook. After my CSA box arrived, I used the fresh ingredients to create this adorable appetizer. -Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York
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These peppers are so addictive that if I want any for myself, I either need to make a double batch or hide some. The jalapenos are not that spicy after they are baked (I take out the seeds and white membrane),...
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My husband and I love creating new recipes together based on our favorite foods. This is our very first creation as a married couple. The cheesy bread can also be use as an appetizer for a party. -Taryn...
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