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Eggplant Caponata (Sicilian Version)

Delicious relish or appetizer that can be served hot or cold! Serve with toasted crusty bread.

Author: rocks_67

Antipasto

This recipe makes a huge amount. I can it and give it away as Christmas gifts. We usually make this as a group project to cut down on prep time and cost....

Author: Karen

Caprese Appetizer

Caprese salad skewers. Perfect for holiday parties.

Author: Jessi

Antipasto Platter

This is a layered antipasto, so you can cut it in square slices neatly and have all the ingredients. This is a beautiful dish that's always a hit! It will...

Author: WMAURO

Cherry Pepper Poppers

Fresh Hot cherry peppers stuffed with prosciutto and provolone cheese then soaked in olive oil.

Author: technician

Marinated Stuffed Cherry Peppers

A quintessential antipasto. Kick it up a notch from a basic appetizer to a showstopper by seasoning the olive oil.

Author: Brian Genest

Marinated Roasted Red Peppers

Fresh, sweet taste, so much better than store-bought, and so easy! Use these marinated peppers as an antipasto, or a very healthy sandwich filling. Experiment...

Author: KATHIANNM

Prosciutto e Melone (Italian Ham and Melon)

This easy and refreshing starter featuring cantaloupe and cured ham (Parma ham for instance) can also be served as an appetizer: just cut the cantaloupe...

Author: SunFlower

Italian Tuna Spread

This is part of an antipasti spread. Serve with crostini, Melba toast, or crackers at room temperature. Store in refrigerator covered. To reuse, bring...

Author: JBrown

Caprese Skewers

An elegant and easy take on a classic caprese skewer dish. Great for an appetizer at a dinner party. Serve with a small bowl of balsamic vinegar and good...

Author: ErinCC

Grilled Prosciutto Wrapped Peaches with Burrata and Basil

There are many people, myself included, that think cooking prosciutto is basically a crime against nature; but there are exceptions, and this plate of...

Author: Chef John

Tortellini Skewers

Pretty appetizer that is easy to make.

Author: J Scholfield

Roasted Peppers in Oil (Peperoni Arrostiti Sotto Olio)

I learned how to make these from my Italian mother-in-law. She doesn't have any of her recipes written down. She just makes them like she always has for...

Author: Kim's Cooking Now

Prosciutto Wrapped Melon Balls

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Author: RACHELSCHWARTZ

Cherry Tomato Bites

Fresh, unbaked bites that remind you of a BLT. Quick, easy, and cheap, if you grow your own tomatoes. This can be made a day ahead if tomatoes were drained....

Author: mamaG

Marinated Feta

I'm well aware that everyone knows this marinated feta recipe or does it in their own way, but that's how I cook it - it's a quick appetizer for unexpected...

Author: sono1helen

Antipasto Squares

Layers of roasted red bell pepper and deli meats cheeses are baked inside a crescent roll crust.

Author: Lori G.

Air Fryer Arancini

These fried rice balls are full of flavor and are a wonderful appetizer. Pair with any dipping sauce such as pesto, marinara, or use a meat sauce for a...

Author: thedailygourmet

Easy Marinated Feta

I always make my own marinated feta. If you like, you can also add garlic, but my family doesn't like garlic so we prefer this simple variation.

Author: mannkochtgut

Watermelon Caprese Appetizer

A refreshing appetizer for the summer, my family loved this so much they ate more than a serving each. Also great for those who love the flavor of caprese...

Author: Nicole Cox

Italian Marinated Eggplant Antipasto

Thin slices of eggplant are lightly fried, then marinated in a mixture of fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, and white wine vinegar 8 hours or overnight....

Author: Rita

Caprese on a Stick

This is a great, easy finger appetizer. I came up with it because I love Caprese but it was difficult to serve at large parties. Putting the same ingredients...

Author: ALZ

Grissini with Prosciutto

This 2-ingredient Italian appetizer is one of my favorite quick things to serve when I have surprise guests. They taste great with a glass of wine or as...

Author: Tina

Mozzarella and Tomato Appetizer

A friend brought these simple yet delicious and refreshing appetizers to a party recently and I've been making them ever since! They are especially good...

Author: Jackie

Antipasto Skewers

Marinated mushrooms, zesty Havarti cheese, and cocktail rye (or bread of your choice), skewered on frilly toothpicks are a great, simple appetizer with...

Author: FISHINGGOOD

Boniet

Pronounced 'bun-yet,' this is an old world Italian recipe from my Nonie's kitchen. It is made using mainly parsley and garlic and is meant to be eaten...

Author: The Iron Chef -- Suzi-Q

Turkish Vegetarian Eggplant Appetizer with Garlic and Walnuts

This Turkish meze is perfect for making ahead of time when you expect guests. The eggplant may also be pan fried, but it requires less oil and tastes better...

Author: kochbiene

Marinated Carrots Antipasto

These Italian carrot antipasti are delicious but you need to plan ahead, as they have to marinate 1 day in the fridge. Otherwise they are quick and easy...

Author: kiki

Cucumber and Ham Antipasto

Fresh and light meal idea.

Author: MzEmeraldEyes

Baked Eggplant Antipasto

Delicious and unique vegetarian meal, could be vegan if cheese is omitted. Serve with a thick crust French or Italian bread and salad. Leftovers are amazing...

Author: GardenGoodies

Peaches with Burrata, Basil, and Raspberry Balsamic Syrup

Juicy peaches snuggle into creamy Burrata cheese, with a sweet/tart balsamic reduction drizzled over the top. Bright fresh basil and flakes of crunchy...

Author: foodelicious

Painted Chef's Classic Beef Carpaccio

This is a variation on the Harry's Bar 1950's invention of carpaccio.

Author: The Painted Chef

Pickled Shallots

These delicious shallots with balsamic vinegar are lightly sweet and taste great with barbecued steak or with cheese and a glass of red wine. Serve hot...

Author: Julia

Chanterelle and Caramelized Onion Bruschetta

Six ingredients create a perfect appetizer ... or dinner. I love mushrooms on toast during the mushroom season. It takes time to caramelize the onions,...

Author: Syd

Summer Antipasto Picnic Salad

This is a yummy combo of salami, veggies, olives, and basil. Great for picnics because there's no mayo and it can be made ahead of time. Very versatile...

Author: tanya

Eggplant Antipasto

This dish is easy to prepare and freezes well. Baked eggplant is mixed with an array of vegetables and flavors. It's a great way to make the most of the...

Author: Phyllis Zusman

Fresh Sardines Naples Style

Fresh sardines are fried to a crispy golden brown, and drizzled with a garlic and white wine vinaigrette then topped off with a sprinkling of fresh mint...

Author: Salvatore

Overnight Marinated Tomatoes

I love this recipe because it's super simple and perfect for a fancy dinner party. The best part is you can make them ahead! I always serve them on individual...

Author: PREGOCOOK

Blackberry Basil Skewers

This light, fresh, and wholesome appetizer is so very easy to make and perfect for any gathering.

Author: lutzflcat

Antipasto

This recipe makes a huge amount. I can it and give it away as Christmas gifts. We usually make this as a group project to cut down on prep time and cost....

Author: Karen

Antipasto Platter

This is a layered antipasto, so you can cut it in square slices neatly and have all the ingredients. This is a beautiful dish that's always a hit! It will...

Author: WMAURO

Heart Shaped Carpaccio

This would make for a creative, and visually arresting start to a Valentine's Day dinner menu. Most carpaccios are pounded very, very thin, but if you're...

Author: Chef John

Mozzarella and Tomato Appetizer

A friend brought these simple yet delicious and refreshing appetizers to a party recently and I've been making them ever since! They are especially good...

Author: Jackie

Tortellini Skewers

Pretty appetizer that is easy to make.

Author: J Scholfield