You don't have to wait until St. Patrick's Day to enjoy this easy Reuben appetizer. Deli meat and cheese make it doable year-round. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Author: Taste of Home
We top homemade focaccia with chicken, olives and cheese for an incredible appetizer pizza. The recipe feeds a crowd, so it's great for parties.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Author: Martha Stewart
You can use any of your favorite pizza toppings on these crackers. Try diced deli ham, chopped bell pepper, or pineapple chunks.
Author: Martha Stewart
Refrigerated crescent rolls make these hearty appetizers easy to assemble. Keep the ingredients on hand for last-minute snacking. -Julie McDaniel, Batesville, Indiana
Author: Taste of Home
This unique, flavorful salad and bread combo will get rave reviews-guaranteed. -Frances Pietsch, Flower Mound, Texas
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Serve up a healthy appetizer with this kale crostini recipe from Cal Peternell, cafe co-chef at Chez Panisse in Berkeley, California. It was first published in "Chez Panisse Cafe Cookbook," by Alice Waters.Also...
Author: Martha Stewart
Morels vary in size; look for larger ones for stuffing.
Author: Martha Stewart
My guacamole is so good because it has just a hint of smoke from the chipotle pepper. Stir in the chopped pepper or put a dollop in the center of the dip so people who aren't into the pepper can scoop...
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I've been serving this festive appetizer for years. Everyone comments on how pretty it is. I especially like it because it's so easy to make.-Leola Seltmann, Witchita, Kansas
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Bruschetta is a famous Italian dish made with French or Italian loaf and topped with your favorite dressing. In this recipe, the dressing is prepared from tomatoes, garlic, cheese, and basil. Garlic Tomato...
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Gloria Wark has been serving this thick mild-tasting mixture with snack crackers for more than 20 years. "I usually have everything for the simple yet delicious dip on hand, so I can prepare it in a snap...
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Easter isn't complete without deviled eggs. I like to experiment with my recipes, and was pleasantly surprised with how the fresh dill really perked up the flavor of these irresistible appetizers. -Kami...
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The ingredients for shrimp paste are whirred in a food processor and then shaped around stalks of sugarcane in this updated version of a traditional Vietnamese appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve this easy-to-make frittata as an appetizer or main course for brunch. It's delicious right out of the oven, at room temperature, or even as next-day leftovers. This recipe is adapted from the "Martha...
Author: Martha Stewart
For an unconventional pre-turkey bite, serve a seafood appetizer at Thanksgiving. This dish is the love child of two retro hors d'oeuvres: relish trays and shrimp cocktail. Build-your-own crostini topped...
Author: Martha Stewart
Our renovated Corn Bread makes the perfect side dish for chili, soups, and stews. Such a delicious treat! You'll love it topped with preserves for breakfast, too.
For a cool, creamy snack with a bit of a kick, try this recipe. It goes fast at weddings, card parties or any gathering. You'll be amazed that this flavorful dip has only three ingredients!-Carol Battle,...
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When each ingredient is used in moderation, a notoriously high-fat treat becomes a sensible indulgence. These tiny potato pancakes are baked, not fried, then topped with low-fat sour cream, gravlax, and...
Author: Martha Stewart
My family simply devours this moist, savory garlic bread, and I'm always asked for the recipe when I make it for guests. I call it "go-go" bread because it's gone before I know it! -Dolores Brigham, Inglewood,...
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This is a delicious holiday salsa to serve with pita crisps.
Author: Martha Stewart
The acid in the tomatillos will keep your guacamole bright green even if not serving right away.
Author: Martha Stewart
This elegant spread makes a a perfect late-afternoon precursor to dinner when served with homemade pita crisps.
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Splashed with lime, this zippy favorite from Susan Riley in Allen, Texas makes a standout appetizer. It's yummy spread on crackers. Or as an easy veggie dip, a fun alternative to junk food!
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This is such an easy appetizer to make for any get-together. It tastes like a pizza but with a thicker crust.-Sherry Adams, Mount Ayr, Iowa
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We have asparagus almost every day during the short Midwest growing season. This quick pizza-like dish is great for a luncheon or a light dinner, or as an appetizer. For variety, you can saute half a pound...
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This zesty salad is a great accompaniment to grilled meats.
Author: Martha Stewart
For party time, I turn this sweet potato side dish into an appetizer by serving it on slices of a French baguette. - Steve Westphal, Wind Lake, Wisconsin
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This veggie-decked Christmas tree is a real conversation starter and looks beautiful on a buffet table.-Carolyn Black, Port Ludlow, Washington
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"There are many recipes for jalapeno pepper poppers here in Las Cruces, New Mexico, where we live," writes Janice Vernon. "For a potluck at our church, my husband and I came up with this lighter version....
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Instead of using bread, try serving this light dish on a bed of greens, tossed with pasta, or stirred into couscous.
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These scrumptious rolls are true treasures. Refrigerated dough makes them so easy to prep before a party, and they disappear almost as quickly as they are made! -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
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You've never seen meatballs like these before, with cranberries, sauerkraut and chili sauce adding incredible color and irresistible tang. You'll love the heavenly aroma, too. -Lisa Potter, Camp Douglas,...
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These irresistible cheesy toasts are made with Gruyère or raclette, cheeses that melt wonderfully. They're perfect for dipping into a cozy stew, like this Potée Savoyard; save any extra mustard sauce...
Author: Greg Lofts
Kids will love these easy burritos. The healthy ingredients are rolled in a flour tortilla and baked until crisp and golden.
Author: Martha Stewart
My husband's cousin introduced us to this recipe. Every time I bring it to a party, everyone wants the recipe. It's so easy to prepare. -Stephanie Marchese
Author: Taste of Home
Yellow carrots add a colorful twist to this savory small dish from one of Martha's favorite bistros, Buvette, in New York City.
Author: Martha Stewart
I'm a beginner at cooking, so if I can make these chicken wings, anybody can! The recipe came from a co-worker at the hospital where I am a nurse's aide. I make it for Christmas, picnics, softball parties...you...
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This rich, cheesy bean dip is a crowd-pleaser and so easy to prepare. Two kinds of cheese and sour cream balance the spicy flavor of chiles and taco sauce. Leftovers are great served cold in lunches. -Lorraine...
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Barbara Nowakowski of North Tonawanda, New York stirs up excitement at parties with these picture-perfect tarts filled with a pleasant combination of cream cheese, crabmeat and cranberry sauce.
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Classic guacamole is given a frightful twist for Halloween with black beans, jalapeño, and chipotle in adobo, which add serious heat. Dark blue corn tortilla chips are a must for dipping.
Author: Martha Stewart
I had previously made this dish with black beans and corn off the cob in the summer. Wanting to try it with fresh fall ingredients, I replaced the corn with roasted pumpkin-yum! It's also good with butternut...
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Cut these into quarters for pretty yet simple hors d'oeuvres, or serve them with a crunchy green salad for lunch or a light supper.
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe for coconut shrimp is great for any occasion! It has all the classic flavors you love, air fried to crunchy perfection.
Author: Aleya Zenieris
Grilling jicama brings out its natural sweetness, but be careful not to overcook it, or it will lose its crunch.
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve this recipe for herbed goat cheese spread on pieces of toasted bread with soup for a deliciously simple meal.
Author: Martha Stewart
Baked Brie with Fig Jam, a deliciously easy appetizer recipe that is perfect for holiday entertaining! So easy and delicious!
Author: Beth Le Manach
These fried eggplants are so crispy on the outside and so juicy on the inside. Really quick and easy recipe. Great side dish or appetizer for the weekend or holidays. A must try recipe!
Author: TheCookingFoodie
With its pleasant orange flavor, this simple spread perfectly tops a variety of breads. Each bite has just the right amount of sweetness. -Ruth Hastings
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