Enjoy this simple salad of peppery arugula, crunchy almonds, and salty Parmesan as an appetizer or side salad.
Author: Martha Stewart
I tried this delicious bruschetta toast at a party and knew I had to make it myself. Since I couldn't find the person who brought the dish, I began trying to duplicate it on my own. The original was made...
Author: Taste of Home
Raw cauliflower and broccoli also work well with this dip.
Author: Martha Stewart
These curry bites are so fast and easy to prepare. They are always the first to disappear at any party! -Karen Kuebler, Dallas, Texas
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Here's what you need: shredded cheddar cheese, ground beef, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, water, salt, tomato, guacamole, greek yogurt
Author: Betsy Carter
These cheesy bacon strips are super for breakfast or as an appetizer. For years, they've been a hit with my family and my women's club. -Linn Morrison, Mesilla Park, New Mexico
Author: Taste of Home
Serve these flavorful potatoes alongside roast chicken or grilled steak.
Author: Martha Stewart
I found this recipe in a school cookbook many years ago. I once served it as an appetizer on Thanksgiving. Guests ate so much of it they were almost too full for dinner!
Author: Taste of Home
We love the breadsticks at our local pizza joint. Now I can get that same gooey-from-the-oven treat, but I never have to leave the house. -Heather Bates, Athens, Maine
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Here's what you need: chicken breasts, buttermilk, ranch dressing mix, cheese cracker, oil
Author: Hitomi Aihara
Here's what you need: vegetable oil, flour, tomato paste, chicken stock, chili powder, dried oregano, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, shredded chicken, tortilla chip, shredded mexican cheese blend,...
Author: Ryan Panlasigui
There's plenty of both crunch and cream in these party appetizers. Fresh chives help them really stand out. -Jean McKenzie, Vancouver, Washington
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Though they're small, Judy Theriot's pleasing "pies" are packed with flavor and sized right for a buffet. What's more, writes Judy from Pierre Part, Louisiana, "They can be stored in the freezer to make...
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A hearty chicken filling is the spooky surprise inside this yummy mummy braid. Each slice is like a hot sandwich with flavors reminiscent of a classic pot pie. -Lily Rose, Ogden, Utah
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This is an easy tomato appetizer that all of my family and friends love. The garden-fresh ingredients capture summer and meld together for a delightful hors d'oeuvre recipe that goes well with many different...
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Pizza toppings such as tomato sauce, pepperoni and cheese combine in this savory dip suggested by field editor Katie Koziolek of Hartland, Minnesota.
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Fancy-looking and festive, these bites make the most of fresh asparagus and crispy phyllo dough. Watch them start conversations...and appetites! Eleanor Froehlich - Rochester, Michigan
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These good-tasting sausage meatballs disappear before anything else on the table or buffet. They have a delightful tang with a bit of crunch from the water chestnuts. I've used the recipe for over 20 years...
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This fiery pasta recipe from chef Alain Allegretti gets its heat from the serrano pepper, a small chile that is about twice as hot as a jalapeno.
Author: Martha Stewart
This classic spicy Chinese soup relies on ginger and cayenne for its bite.
Author: Martha Stewart
With a fiery bite and a crisp crunch, pickled jalapenos add texture and spice to any dish.
Author: Martha Stewart
This delicious recipe is from chef Patricia Wells's "Vegetable Harvest."
Author: Martha Stewart
Hot from the skillet, these small fried black-eyed peas are tossed with dark brown sugar for sweetness and smoked paprika for a robust kick.
Author: Martha Stewart
This savory cheese loaf is great sliced in thin wedges to go with soup, salads or casseroles. I've served it to large crowds and received many compliments. One year, I gave it to our neighbor for Christmas....
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Get out the crudites and be prepared for a tasty surprise with this variation on classic hummus.
Author: Martha Stewart
These wonderful appetizers will be the hit of your next cocktail party. They're versatile in that you can replace the shrimp with cooked crab, lobster or chicken. The tangy, apricot dipping sauce comes...
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Give your appetizer table an Asian accent with these crisp spring rolls. The recipe makes a big batch, so guests can enjoy seconds!-Debbie Terenzini-Wilkerson, Lusby, Maryland
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The crab cakes can be formed and chilled a day ahead, and can be fried up to an hour ahead; reheat them in a 250-degree oven on a baking sheet lined with a wire rack just until warmed through, 8 to 10...
Author: Martha Stewart
This creamy, bubbly appetizer spread is sure to please. Baked to a golden brown, it gets its richness from cream cheese and mayonnaise. -Valerie Elkinton, Gardner, Kansas
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"This fresh-tasting dip is excellent for summer barbecues and picnics," relates Rachael Santarsiero of Orange City, Iowa.
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Salsa and apricot preserves come together as a strange combination, yet create a very tasty appetizer! Give this one from Sharyl Wolter of Rosenberg, Texas a try at your Super Bowl party this year!
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Here's what you need: warm water, rice paper wrappers, white mushroom, medium carrots, english cucumber, red cabbage, yellow bell pepper, natural peanut butter, ginger, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, soy...
Author: Crystal Hatch
A friend shared this recipe with me many years ago. It's so incredibly good, I guarantee it will disappear at your next party! -Barrie Peagler, Scottsdale, Arizona
Author: Taste of Home
Golden caramelized onions are paired with buttery, silky brie in this warm spread. Make sure to have enough bread cubes or crackers to use up every gooey bit. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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An easy recipe that can be used for appetizers or pair it with a salad for a main course. Bonus - easy to freeze extras for appetizers when surprise guests show up. -Megan Smith, Chandler, Arizona
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Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken thighs, skirt steak, boneless pork shoulder, salt, black pepper, paprika, chili powder, cumin, garlic, lime juice, large white onions, large white onion,...
Author: Alvin Zhou
Author: Martha Stewart
"I've been making this appealing appetizer pizza for years, and it's still goes over big at family get-togethers and potlucks," says Ann Stanton of Treasure Island, Florida. "I often make three or four...
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I got the basic recipe for these fritters from a friend, then I tweaked it for my family's tastes. It's one of our very favorite things in the summer. We love them right after they've been fried, when...
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This flavorful steak taco recipe from actress Eva Longoria's book "Eva's Kitchen" makes an authentic Mexican entree or appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
My family loves these hearty appetizers year-round...not just during the Christmas season. -Alene Knesel, Northome, Minnesota
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Here's what you need: puff pastry, eggs, hot dogs, spinach artichoke dip, chili dip, queso dip
Author: Alvin Zhou
Here's what you need: hard-boiled eggs, avocado, greek yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, salt, pepper, paprika
Author: Isabel Castillo
Put holiday leftovers to good use with this kid-friendly recipe, adapted from Lucinda Scala Quinn's "Mad Hungry" cookbook. For an easy on-the-go meal or quick lunch down the line, prepare and freeze an...
Author: Martha Stewart
We lightened this classic dip without sacrificing flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
Ginger and orange marmalade give these rumaki-style snacks wonderful flavor. I marinate the wrapped chicken earlier in the day and broil them when guests arrive. -Betty Pierson, Wellington, Florida
Author: Taste of Home
Dolmades can be made a day in advance and refrigerated; serve chilled or bring to room temperature.
Author: Martha Stewart