Appetizers just can't get much easier than this ritzy-looking cheese spread with its refreshing hint of lime. I turn to this recipe whenever unexpected guests drop in. -Laurie LaClair, North Richland Hills,...
Author: Taste of Home
Requested every year by my family during the holidays are these shrimp appetizers. We're all familiar with bacon-wrapped shrimp bites, but our version uses pancetta and a honey-lime cilantro glaze. -Jenn...
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A pickling liquid made with beets, white balsamic vinegar, and aromatics gives these diminutive eggs their striking color and flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
Recipe adapted from Aran Goyoaga and her blog, Cannelle et Vanille.
Author: Martha Stewart
When buying the racks of lamb, be sure to ask the butcher to "french" (or trim away meat and fat from) the bones.
Author: Martha Stewart
You won't be able to eat just one of these mini quiches. Filled with savory sausage, Swiss cheese and a dash of cayenne, the mouthwatering morsels will disappear fast from the breakfast or buffet table....
Author: Taste of Home
Meaty mushrooms and springy herbs are a perfect addition to creamy risotto.
Author: Martha Stewart
This starter of smoky, savory shrimp-and-sausage gravy comes from renowned Southern chef Scott Peacock. He likes to serve it up in individual cups, with a side of palate-cleansing quick-pickled crudité...
Author: Martha Stewart
It's time to rethink the way your family does pizza night. I heard about this recipe on a talk show and then personalized it by using home-canned sauce. -Susan Carlson, Perry, New York
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: ground beef, onion, fresh cilantro, taco seasoning, egg, tortilla chips, jack cheese, vegetable oil, salsa, fresh cilantro, sour cream
Author: Camille Bergerson
This light, flavorful dip brings protein and perks up fresh sliced veggies in a hurry. -Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota
Author: Taste of Home
I came across this easy and tasty snack while searching online for healthy munchies for kids. Great for after school, it's really quick to make and filling enough to hold the kids until dinner. To satisfy...
Author: Taste of Home
"I had these at a holiday party and thought they were excellent," says Yvonne Starlin of Portland, Tennessee. You get lots of sweet flavor in one little bite!
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: canola oil, ribeye steak, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, unsalted butter, fresh rosemary, garlic, baguette, butter, garlic, grated parmesan cheese, fresh parsley
Author: Tasty
These delectable wings are so easy to make, and they offer year-round versatility, from summer cookouts to autumn tailgates. My husband likes them so much he'll stand out in the snow to grill them! -Lisa...
Author: Taste of Home
"This rich and zesty dip for tortilla chips can be made in a jiffy when the munchies strike," reports Linda Keller of Sylvania, Ohio. "My husband and I often have it as a late-night snack after the kids...
Author: Taste of Home
"This wonderful low-fat treat is delicious, full of flavor, and its presentation makes it especially appetizing. We love it." Shirley Leasock - Rockwood, Pennsylvania
Author: Taste of Home
These savories were originally crumbly pancakes with a strong buckwheaty, yeasty flavor. Nowadays, they're more cohesive, subtle, and sophisticated. Served with spoonfuls of creme fraiche and sevruga caviar,...
Author: Martha Stewart
This is one of my favorite appetizers to make over the holidays! The coarse ground pepper cuts the sweetness of the maple syrup by adding just the right amount of heat. These chicken wings are best fresh...
Author: Taste of Home
I created this appetizer because I entertain a lot and wanted something simple but special. People like these empanadas so much! I always make extra. -Lynn Scully, Rancho Santa Fe, California
Author: Taste of Home
This great recipe for arancini with marinara sauce is courtesy of Carmella Mitrano. For an alternative, try our Arancini with Sage.
Author: Martha Stewart
Crab cakes, shaped as cocktail-size rounds, include ginger, coconut milk, and cilantro.
Author: Martha Stewart
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These little garlic bread bites make a terrific addition to any buffet spread. We make sure to serve them warm. -Kathy Yarosh, Apopka, Florida
Author: Taste of Home
These pies are everything you love about pot pie, except they're vegetarian and mini! Featuring an assortment of fall root vegetables and crispy puff pastry crust, these pot pies are sure to wow at your...
Author: Tasty
Cucumbersandwiches with smoked salmon encourage snacking.
Author: Martha Stewart
Enjoy this saute as a side, toss with pasta for a main course, or serve on crostini -- kale goes with everything!
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: chicken breast, smoky bacon potato chops
Author: Tasty
The holidays have so many food associations for me, and one of those is fancy roasted cocktail nuts.
These peachy little franks disappear quickly whenever I serve them. The sweet and tangy sauce appeals to all ages.
Author: Taste of Home
Who knew it was so simple to jazz up store-bought salsa or that a few everyday ingredients could give it so much flavor? This one's perfect as a chip dipper or on top of tacos, burritos, eggs...stop us...
Author: Taste of Home
I make this snack as a protein pick-me-up. It reminds of "Ants on a Log" from my childhood, and it's great on an English muffin or apple slices. -Lisa Hummitsch, Tinley Park, Illinois
Author: Taste of Home
When you're in the mood for a cold finger food, try these deviled eggs. They are a cinch to fill and are an easy contribution to a potluck or brunch. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
At our house, these delicious shrimp squares are a must during family movie and game nights. -Ardyce Piehl, Poynette, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
Says Sue Broyles of Cherokee, Texas, "This lightly sweet cheese ball is great to have on hand when we crave something creamy or if company drops by. It's even nice enough for the holidays."
Author: Taste of Home
Instead of serving cold shrimp with cocktail sauce, prepare this simple basil sauce and top it with tender cooked shrimp. It's a fun and fancy appetizer. -Ken Hulme, Prescott, Arizona
Author: Taste of Home
When I'm making this pizza and I have garlic oil in my pantry, I swap it for regular oil. It adds a little something without overpowering the toppings. -Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon
Author: Taste of Home
An ancient member of the pea family (Europeans and North Africans have been eating them for millennia), fava beans have a nutty taste and buttery texture all their own.
Author: Martha Stewart
This tasty-spread is handy for entertaining during the holidays because you can make it ahead of time. For a festive presentation, chill it for an hour or two, shape it into a ball and roll in chopped...
Author: Taste of Home
Set the scene for a fun get-together with finger foods you can set out and forget about -- like this delicious, no-fuss dip.
Author: Martha Stewart
"I was inspired to come up with this recipe when I was asked to bring an appetizer for a party. Everyone loved it!" Cinde Ryan - Gig Harbor, Washington
Author: Taste of Home
Creamy Gorgonzola tops fresh figs and crostini with prosciutto.
Author: Martha Stewart
You'll never want to eat store-bought crackers again. These easy homemade white cheddar and chive crackers are baked to crispy perfection with a hint of spice in every bite. Cut them into seasonal shapes...
Author: Betsy Carter
From St. Paul, Minnesota, Lea Deluca recalls, "My mother prepared these individual pizzas for me from the time I started elementary school until I entered college. They're a big hit with all ages."
Author: Taste of Home
"These wings were my mom's recipe, and she served them hot as a main dish, but my dad loved them cold. I like to serve them as an appetizer, hot or cold," says Marie Schnerch of Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Author: Taste of Home
With sunny mango, rosy radishes, and bright-green cucumbers, this salad's flavors are as vibrant as its colors.
Author: Martha Stewart
A classic Georgian dish, this rich bread is like a cross between pizza and fondue. You can serve it sliced, or go traditional and leave it whole--let guests tear off a piece of fluffy crust and dip into...
Author: Riley Wofford
These Italian-inspired tea sandwiches are easy-to-assemble and a sure-fire crowd pleaser.
Author: Martha Stewart