The texture of coarsely ground crumbs made from a chewy loaf is best for this dish, although store-bought breadcrumbs may be substituted.
Author: Martha Stewart
Since a friend shared this recipe with me several years ago, I've fixed it many times. The tangy meatballs also make a great main dish served with potatoes.
Author: Taste of Home
Smoky leeks from the grill add punch to this creamy appetizer with veggies and chips. If baby Vidalia onions are available, I use those. -Ramona Parris, Acworth, Georgia
Author: Taste of Home
My 87-year-old mom showed me how to make this delicious vegetarian recipe that tastes so much like seafood ceviche. I often serve it with crackers on the side. -Beatriz Barranco, El Paso, Texas
Author: Taste of Home
It's like mixing the whole antipasti bar into one addictive spread and we think this bright, modern relish is the perfect holiday party appetizer. Make it a day or two ahead of the party, then team it...
Author: Lauryn Tyrell
Great with fresh veggies or as a sandwich spread, this dip brings a touch of sophistication and loads of flavor to any meal. -Sarah Klier, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: cucumber, cheddar cheese, all-natural deli meat, carrot
Author: Betsy Carter
Mash these peas up for a nice spread to have with pita or crudites.
Author: Martha Stewart
This goes wonderfully with our Grilled Shrimp with Chimichurri.
Author: Martha Stewart
Zesty chicken strips pass the trim-and-tasty test LaDonna Reed gives most of her recipes. "I prefer food that is low in fat but has lots of flavor," she notes from Ponca City, Oklahoma. "I made these chicken...
Author: Taste of Home
Not only zippy and elegant, these mini sandwiches are as easy to make as they are to eat. -Mickey Strang, McKinleyville, California
Author: Taste of Home
Sweet and salty come together in this classic Italian pairing of melon and prosciutto, which makes a crowd-pleasing first course at your next dinner party.
Author: Martha Stewart
This tasty garlic bread topped with flavor makes a great side for any pasta dish. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
Santa himself might stop to sample this pretty-as-a-picture finger food! Crunchy green pea pods and juicy red tomatoes add a natural fresh, festive holiday note to my buffet table. -Carol Schneck, Lodi,...
Author: Taste of Home
Michelle McCusker Wolff from Grand Rapids, Michigan won over finicky eaters in her house with these healthier chicken fingers.
Author: Martha Stewart
When I make these bacon-wrapped appetizers, there are no leftovers. They can also be made with mild banana peppers or yellow chili peppers. -Melinda Strable, Ankeny, Iowa
Author: Taste of Home
This recipe for taro chips comes from "Martha Stewart's Hors d'Oeuvres Handbook."
Author: Martha Stewart
"Every time I take this salsa to a party, it's the first thing to go," details Monique Jacketta of West Bountiful, Utah. She was skeptical when her mother gave her the recipe, but says one taste won her...
Author: Taste of Home
Pirog is Russian for "pie," and piroshki means "little pies." They can be filled with almost anything, from cabbage to meat to kasha, and are eaten by themselves as a snack or with a meal. Ours are filled...
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve this creamy dip with chips or crudites -- it won't last long.
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve these irresistible salty-sweet cashews with our Butternut Squash Soup.
Author: Martha Stewart
To keep a summer kitchen cool, we suggest preparing these pizza appetizers on the grill! A variety of ingredients tops flour tortillas for three terrific tastes. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Author: Taste of Home
Spiced and spicy, these flavorful wings are just the thing for a party or a game-night get-together.
Author: Martha Stewart
This red and green salsa combines roasted zucchini, creamy avocado, juicy pomegranate seeds, and pungent feta cheese. The avocado is a source of good fat, as is the olive oil used to coat the zucchini....
Author: Martha Stewart
It's fun to adapt this recipe. We sometimes use toasted slices of baguette and any cheese we like. -Hannah Butler, Rhodesdale, Maryland
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: large zucchini, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder
Author: Robin Broadfoot
Here's my top make-ahead appetizer. My three kids are old enough to cook these themselves, right from the freezer. They're a lot more nutritious than the ones you get at a restaurant. -Marisa Raponi, Vaughan,...
Author: Taste of Home
This cream cheese-cucumber dip is a century-old Kentucky classic. This healthy recipe is an instant favorite.
Authentic flavor and the original empanadas of Puerto Rico. The best you will ever make.
Author: larryv08
I came up with this appetizer because of my love for white pizza. I've served my ciabatta pizza at many holiday parties, and it's always a big hit among both children and adults. -Noreen McCormick Danek,...
Author: Taste of Home
For an easy Mediterranean-style appetizer, marinate broccoli and mozzarella, then skewer with sweet red peppers and salami. Everybody loves food on a stick! -Vikki Spengler, Ocala, Florida
Author: Taste of Home
Although you can serve this dip right away, the flavors blend better after chilling a few hours. -Frances Councill, Crawford, Florida
Author: Taste of Home
"A co-worker brought this fun crunchy salsa to a potluck and everyone loved it," shares Tammy Mahlke of La Crescent, Minnesota. "The ingredients are available at the grocery store all year, but it tastes...
Author: Taste of Home
As a starter or light snack, this bruschetta is a wonderful way to savor the season with just a bite of fresh peach amid a medley of lively flavors. -Nikiko Masumoto, Del Ray, California
Author: Taste of Home
The cottage cheese in this dip is pureed, so even folks who don't care for the texture of cottage cheese will gobble it up. It's a versatile dip that can be served with fruit, vegetables and crackers.-Bibs...
Author: Taste of Home
Author: Martha Stewart
Chivda is the most savoured snack recipe of all time. This sweet yet savoury snack recipe is prepared with fried cashews, golden raisins, rice poha, peanuts and coconut slices. This easy Chivda Recipe...
Author: TNN
A smoky pate that's a cinch to prepare can be a quick, at-the-ready course for guests to enjoy when they arrive. A drizzle of the tomato juices gives the creamy dip an acidic boost.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fresh, crunchy vegetables (crudite) taste great with the salty-sweet combo of this simple party dip.
Author: Martha Stewart
Spinach and watercress, abundant in antioxidants, are no chore to eat when blended into this healthful yet indulgent take on spinach dip. Avocado lends it richness, and colorful crudites add crunch but...
Author: Martha Stewart
"I got the idea for this quick and easy appetizer while on a vacation in Greece. It's nice for summer get-togethers." -Stephanie Proebsting, Barrington, Illinois
Author: Taste of Home
I came up with this recipe as a way to make a sandwich feed a large group at once. The braid design always impresses the guests at our parties. -Kellie Mulleavy, Lambertville, Michigan
Author: Taste of Home
Make sweet Easter baskets filled with fantastic flavor! These adorable eggs would be a wonderful project for the kids while moms and dads finish up preparations for an Easter feast. -Taste of Home Test...
Author: Taste of Home
Our state is known for its cranberries, and there are many bogs in our area. I won first place with this recipe in a contest sponsored by our local newspaper.
Author: Taste of Home
This Asian cheese spread recipe is pretty simple as is, but to save even more time, leave the block of cream cheese whole and let your guests spoon up what they'd like. If you can't find crystallized ginger,...
Author: Taste of Home
Risotto also works well as an accompaniment to a main course, and this lemon iteration is delicious as a side.
Author: Martha Stewart