This spread, a riff on pesto, is so yummy and versatile. Spread it on toasted baguette slices for an impromptu nibble, toss with pasta, add Greek yogurt...
Author: Diana Moutsopoulos
This recipe comes from Maine and is EXCELLENT! These cakes are so yummy they almost melt in your mouth! They're great served with a seafood pasta salad,...
Author: Jenna T
This is a cream cheese dip with a spicy kick. I make a green salsa using tomatillos in the summer, but good tomatillos are hard to find in the winter so...
Author: hawkika3
Don't toss out those potato peels! They make a very quick easy (and inexpensive) snack! Kids love them!
Author: kelcampbell
Fantastic appetizer (or main) for beef eaters, these negimaki beef rolls are elegant and easy. Great with a shot of sake or cold beer. Prepare in advance...
Author: Marvel's Kitchen
These mushrooms are stuffed with spicy cream cheese, then breaded and topped with shrimp. Hide half of them for you to eat secretly throughout the evening,...
Author: Cameron Penner
This baked sausage ball recipe was given to me by my cousin. They are appetizers, but they also make great meatballs.
Author: GINGERCHANCEFELIX
These came out a lot creamier than what I was after, so these chicken croquettes are more like deep-fried chicken gravy. Still, they're delicious. If you...
Author: Chef John
These are divine hot appetizers that are unusual and fun for many occasions. The toast cups can be made ahead and frozen to make party day easier. :)
Author: LKOSLOWSKI
I make this spicy hot party mix during the holidays when it is cold out. It really warms you up.
Author: Jason
Made with butter and two kinds of cheese, these mini twice-baked potatoes topped with Creole-seasoned shrimp are an impressive appetizer.
Author: Holly Haines
A delicious and fast recipe to eat with tortilla chips or serve on chicken or fish. It's even better the next day.
Author: jowolf2
My ex-wife Jamie's been making this savory Brie en croute since way back before we were married. I think she must have gotten the idea from a magazine,...
Author: Merrittorious
These yummy, spicy wings are awesome even if you are not a blue cheese lover. They are a must try! Since football season, I have been trying to come up...
Author: tashmaxx
This is my Dad's recipe that he taught me years ago. Dad is in his 70's now but still cooks just as well as he ever did. Simple but great!
Author: Del Lockamy
These miniature potatoes make the perfect finger food. Use a strong-flavored Cheddar or feta instead of Gorgonzola for a nice twist!
Author: France C
A mashup of the BBQ pork nachos that are on so many menus in Memphis and the South-of-the-Border influenced Totchos that have blown up as the must-try...
Author: Leslie Kelly
Tostones are made with green (unripe) plantains and are a very popular side dish in many Caribbean and South American countries. The traditional method...
Author: fabeveryday
Ever since my friend Sonja made this and brought it into work, it is my signature appetizer dish to take to parties! I tweaked it a little to my taste....
Author: DoreenRN
A simple Asian twist on jalapeno poppers served with sweet chili sauce.
Author: Billy Goat
Straight out of Wisconsin, fried cheese curds are a favorite at carnivals and fairs. They look like little balls of popcorn and taste like cheese! Use...
Author: Janet
This is a homemade margarine or soft spread 'butter'. While it is not lower in calorie, it has a higher ratio of unsaturated to saturated fat than butter,...
Author: Cal Schroeck
This is a variation of the popular taco dip. It tastes great and looks pretty too.
Author: SAHMCOOK
I made this meal for my grandma when I was a kid and it's super simple and a great idea for kids to make to start to learn how to cook!
Author: DessertQueen123
This easy recipe is a classic holiday standby. Smoked bluefish is blended into a creamy, zesty spread. Smoked salmon or tuna may be substituted for bluefish....
Author: MARBALET
Beautiful and delicious, these savory but sweet little appetizer 'cookies' are easy to make and sure to be a huge hit at your next party!
Author: CarolynWG
Sweet, tangy, and definitely lots of heat! A great salsa to eat with flaxseed tortilla chips or your favorite chip.
Author: Van Dana
Tasty little smoked cocktail wieners get simmered in a tangy cranberry and chile sauce.
Author: CHEFKIM
There's heat from the jalapenos, crushed red pepper, and horseradish, but don't you worry, these won't burn your mouth! The cream cheese and sweet apricot...
Author: France C
I created this recipe to try to duplicate some appetizers I had last summer from Stew Leonard's famous dairy retail store in Connecticut. They are great...
Author: LFARAONE
Boneless chicken wrapped with bacon and pineapple. My family loves these. You could dip them into spicy mustard if desired.
Author: KARENFRITTS
Easy to make low calorie salsa that is great with fish tacos.
Author: Walter Masten
This is a delicious and super easy appetizer to make. Served cold it is also sometimes called 'veggie pizza.'
Author: SATDEL
The delicious taste of scallops is perfectly complemented by a wonderful fresh fruit salsa in this quick but elegant dish. Be sure to use large, plump...
Author: RNCOGGINS
Spicy, citrus, earthy, with the right amount of thyme. These wings should be a hit as long as your guests are brave enough to take some Caribbean heat....
Author: BencyCooks
This takes only 10 minutes and tastes like it came from a 5 star restaurant! This tuna tar tar is just amazingly simple and outstanding!
Author: JOELLEFLYNN
Cream cheese, sweetened with brown sugar and spiked with apple pie spice, forms the base of this spread. Bits of red apple and pecans give it texture and...
Author: TinaJ
Warm and flavorful, these cheesy quiche-like appetizers are a popular favorite.
Author: Linda
I made this up with ingredients I had when I needed something to take to a Cinco de Mayo luncheon. It has the ingredients of a layered taco dip, but the...
Author: Tanaquil
These are great for entertaining: a meatball with sauce and mozzarella cheese between a little roll.
Author: Karen
Delicious way to serve mussels. Dip crusty bread into sauce to complete the entree!
Author: capcomp
If you like Maryland Crab Cakes you'll love these. Plus, catfish is cheaper than crabmeat.
Author: Bobbie Kaye
These empanadas use queso chanco, but a good substitute is a mixture of Swiss and Havarti. I usually bake mine, but they are really good fried. I serve...
Author: damasio
This simple sauce lives up to its name - full of sweet heat and low carb too! Perfect for game day snacking! Use your preferred cooking method for the...
Author: SunnyDaysNora
You can pretty much get Mexican food like tacos and burritos in just about any corner of the country these days. However, Mexican Shrimp Cocktails don't...
Author: Chef John