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Cheddar Cheese Straws

Dry mustard, ground pepper, and cayenne give these crackers some kick. For variation, try Gruyere cheese in place of cheddar.

Author: Martha Stewart

Asparagus with Fresh Basil Sauce

Add zip to your appetizer platter with an easy asparagus dip that doubles as a flavorful sandwich spread. - Janie Colle, Hutchinson, Kansas

Author: Taste of Home

Spinach Cheese Pinwheels

Crescent roll dough hurries along these pretty pinwheels from Diane Robbins of McCleary, Washington. You can prepare a plate of them in about half an hour,...

Author: Taste of Home

Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: potatoes, eggs, grated parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, dried oregano, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes

Author: Merle O'Neal

Tomato Black Bean Salsa

This fresh-tasting medley bursts with homegrown garden goodness, including tomatoes, red pepper and crunchy corn. "Serve this salsa in the traditional...

Author: Taste of Home

Pineapple Appetizer Meatballs

Karen Mellinger Baker of Dover, Ohio blends a can of crushed pineapple into her meatballs to create a taste-tempting treat. Best of all, the sweet and...

Author: Taste of Home

Sun Dried Tomato Dip

I love to serve this dip for tailgate parties or as an appetizer for any occasion. It's so quick and easy to pull together and just full of flavor! -Andrea...

Author: Taste of Home

Spinach Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Feta cheese and spinach add Mediterranean flair to Sandy Rossier's mushroom caps. "They are delicious and filling," she pens from Brooksville, Florida....

Author: Taste of Home

Sausage Cheddar Balls

This reinterpretation of meatballs combines breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, and onion for a very flavorful holiday appetizer, enough for a crowd of...

Author: Martha Stewart

Tortilla Pinwheels

For a quick appetizer for any party, this is perfect recipe. It is so easy to blend the ingredients together and will taste delicious on a tortilla.-Lynda...

Author: Taste of Home

Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers

Pineapple isn't only for fruit salads and upside-down cakes. In Hawaii, shrimp and pineapple are a natural pair; thread them on skewers and toss them on...

Author: Martha Stewart

Quick Chili con Queso

I love to make this dip for parties, because it is so easy and I usually have all the ingredients on hand. I double the recipe and prepare it in my slow...

Author: Taste of Home

Quick and Easy Swedish Meatballs

Rich and creamy, this classic meatball sauce is a must in your recipe box. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Author: Taste of Home

Mushroom Turnovers

"I love these tasty little turnovers hot or cold," writes Joanne Migliozzi-Beers from Mesquite, Nevada. "They're great for parties or for serving at home....

Author: Taste of Home

Layered Curried Cheese Spread

Pretty and tasty, this layered dips has become my signature appetizer. We make this for almost every party and family occasion we attend.-Melody Kieffer,...

Author: Taste of Home

Hot Crab Dip

A longtime party favorite, this dip contains a number of assertive seasonings that balance the richness of the cheeses and the crab. The recipe comes from...

Author: Martha Stewart

Layered BLT Dip

When I throw a party for friends, I whip up this addictive layered three-cheese dip. Somehow, it's always gone within the first 20 minutes. -Jade Bennett,...

Author: Taste of Home

Cheesy Chicken Taco Dip

We're huge college football fans (go Irish!), and my chicken taco dip hasn't missed a season opener in many years. A slow cooker keeps the dip warm for...

Author: Taste of Home

Crab Ravioli with Lemon Butter

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Author: Martha Stewart

Spicy Pineapple Salsa

Here's a sweet and spicy twist on salsa. Served with chips, it's an excellent party starter. It also adds a refreshing touch on top of grilled fish or...

Author: Taste of Home

Cold Vegetable Pizza

Topped with crisp veggies, this fresh-tasting pizza makes a cool appetizer on a warm day. Leslie Hampel of Palmer, Texas shares the recipe.

Author: Taste of Home

Mild Tomato Salsa

I got this salsa recipe from my sister, and my children and I have been making batches of it ever since. We pair pint jars with packages of tortilla chips...

Author: Taste of Home

Picnic Stuffed Eggs

My dad loves these stuffed eggs, which are a Southern favorite. I've been cooking since I became a teenager, and this is one of my original recipes.

Author: Taste of Home

Tornado Potatoes Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: medium Yukon potatoes, butter, grated parmesan cheese, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, salt, Chopped fresh parsley, wooden...

Author: Merle O'Neal

Dilly Cheese Ball

The whole family devours this herby cheese spread-even my son, the chef. Serve it with your favorite crackers. -Jane Vince, London, Ontario

Author: Taste of Home

Chicken Samosas

This chicken samosa recipe is best served with yogurt dipping sauce or chutney (like coriander and mint, tamarind or sweet mango). The dough and filling...

Author: Taste of Home

Layered Mediterranean Dip with Pita Chips

Not your ordinary layer dip, the bold combination of hummus and Greek yogurt will be a new most-requested recipe at your next baby shower or gathering....

Author: Taste of Home

Spinach Stuffing Balls

These cute bites are a snap to fix with stuffing mix and frozen spinach. "Over the years, we've held several appetizer parties for our family gatherings,"...

Author: Taste of Home

Crab Cakes with Chesapeake Bay Mayo

I placed my personal stamp on my Aunt Ellie's crab cake recipe by changing up some of her ingredients. They're served with a tart and tangy creamy sauce....

Author: Taste of Home

Classic Shrimp Cocktail

One of Martha's favorite entertaining strategies is to serve a pared-down-but still special feeling-menu. Her classic shrimp cocktail is a perfect example:...

Author: Martha Stewart

Southern Cheddar & Herb Cheese Straws

Crisp and flaky cheese straws specked with fresh herbs make a delicious and fun hors d'oeuvre.

Author: Jennifer Segal

Shrimp Egg Foo Young

If you love Chinese food as much as I do, you'll appreciate this shrimp egg foo young that features all the flavor without all the fat and calories. The...

Author: Taste of Home

Vodka Infused Cherry Tomatoes

These vodka-infused tomatoes are the perfect way to start a party! -Patricia Nieh, Portola Valley, California

Author: Taste of Home

Slow Cooker Root Beer Chicken Wings Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: chicken wings, salt, pepper, BBQ sauce, root beer, BBQ sauce, brown sugar

Author: Tasty

Cucumber Dill Dip

This cool and creamy dip keeps the oven free for other foods on Thanksgiving. You can make the base in advance, then stir in the cucumber just before serving....

Author: Taste of Home

Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites

After making little bacon-wrapped sausages for years, I needed a change! I had an extra sweet potato and half a package of bacon on hand, so I put on my...

Author: Taste of Home

Fantastic Artichoke Pizza

It seems I'm always entertaining at the last minute. I keep many of the ingredients for this rich pizza on hand so I can make it at a moment's notice.

Author: Taste of Home

Spinach Dip Stuffed Mushrooms

I use a melon baller to hollow out the mushroom caps and make them easier to stuff. The apps fit neatly into muffin tins or a deviled egg tray for traveling....

Author: Taste of Home

Shrimp Cocktail with Three Sauces

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Author: Martha Stewart

Loaded Baked Potato Dip

I never thought of using waffle-cut fries as a scoop for dip until a friend of mine did at a baby shower. They're ideal for my cheesy bacon and chive dip,...

Author: Taste of Home

Loaded Potato Bites

Think of this finger food as mini loaded baked potatoes. Peewee potatoes are boiled, smashed, and roasted until crispy and golden, then finished with a...

Author: Martha Stewart

Slow Cooked Smokies

I like to include these little smokies smothered in barbecue sauce on all my appetizer buffets since they're popular with both children and adults. -Sundra...

Author: Taste of Home

Queso Baked Nachos

I modified a nachos recipe I found, and my family loves it! It is now a regular at all of our parties or any time we're craving nachos. -Denise Wheeler,...

Author: Taste of Home

Spinach Roll Ups

These pretty pinwheels capture the classic flavor of spinach dip served in a bread bowl. -Patty Koepp, Marquette, Michigan

Author: Taste of Home

Cheesy Bruschetta Spread

Every bite of this cheesy dip delivers tons of flavor. I have been asked over and over again for the recipe. It's so easy to make and a great appetizer...

Author: Taste of Home

Marinated Mozzarella

I always come home with an empty container when I bring this dish to a party. It can be made ahead to free up time later. I serve it with pretty frilled...

Author: Taste of Home

Eggplant Caviar

An old Russian favorite, this dish goes perfectly atop pita bread or served as a dip.

Author: Martha Stewart

Lemon Pepper Baked Wings Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: chicken wings, baking powder, salt, butter, lemon juice, pepper, salt

Author: Camille Bergerson

Savory Shortbread

For an extra indulgent hors d'oeuvre, top this cheddar cheese shortbread with smoked salmon and caviar, and serve with glasses of champagne.

Author: Martha Stewart

10 Easy Kielbasa Appetizers

These kielbasa appetizers are guaranteed to please! From bites to cups to kabobs, your guests will gobble these snacks right up.

Author: insanelygood