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 Reynolds, Rocky River, Ohio
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Here's what you need: large shrimp, lemons, onion, garlic, medium tomatoes, large cucumber, fresh cilantro, ripe avocado, clamato tomato cocktail juice, tostadas, salt and pepper, hot sauce
Author: Amina Owens
In less than 15 minutes, you can prep this roast chicken wing recipe from Emeril Lagasse with help from the kids. Serve it with your family's favorite dipping sauce.
Author: Martha Stewart
Garlic lovers will literally eat this up! Fresh basil gives it a lovely aroma; crushed red peppers offer a hint of heat; and sun-dried tomatoes make the creamy sandwich spread bright. It's terrific on...
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This warm, rich and creamy Swiss cheese dip is guaranteed to please family and friends alike. Served with thin, crunchy slices of French bread, it makes the perfect appetizer-especially since it can be...
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Typically, I make 60 jars of salsa each fall to enjoy all winter long. I also give it as gifts and donate jars to parties sponsored by the schools our four sons attend. This tasty salsa adds zip to everything...
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"I can remember Mom making this special treat at Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas," writes Emma Magielda from Amsterdam, New York. "We looked forward to it all year!" TIP: For easy eating, Emma suggests...
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Stuffed mushrooms are superstars in the hot appetizer category. I use baby portobello mushrooms and load them with creamy goat cheese and sweet red peppers. -Mike Bass, Alvin, Texas
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This is the perfect marriage. The sweetness of chocolate and the saltiness of bacon. What could be better?
Author: Denise
A homemade queso that's rich, creamy, a little spicy and dangerously good!
Author: Jennifer Segal
Three types of ground meat, aged cheese, and fresh herbs converge for a meatball that's light yet super flavorful, especially when paired with fresh tomato sauce.
Author: Martha Stewart
People say, "Wow!" when they taste these flavorful tangy deviled eggs. The bold combination of ground mustard, dill and horseradish is so appealing. The plate is always emptied whenever I serve these eggs....
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Creamy and full of fresh flavor, this classic Greek cucumber dip is a great appetizer served with pita bread, crackers or vegetables. This dip is also a must-have accompaniment to marinated lamb chunks...
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Nearly every time my girlfriends and I get together, we dip into this rich and creamy snack and our favorite bottle of wine. It's so convenient to use the slow cooker to make this recipe-it's a perfect...
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Inspired by Mediterranean classics such as pissaladiere and focaccia,this tart has a soft, chewy, rosemary-imbued crust. Sweet caramelized onions and roastedtomatoes settle in next to piquant black olives...
Author: Martha Stewart
A good-quality jarred tapenade -- a salty olive paste -- makes these hors d'oeuvres a breeze to put together.
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Herb stuffing and Parmesan cheese add nice flavor to the broccoli in these cute appetizers from Laurie Todd of Columbus, Mississippi. The recipe makes several dozen, so you can just take out of the freezer...
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Sweet and delicious, figs make the perfect pairing for a thin slice of Prosciutto di Parma -- which, by the way, is nitrate-free and low in saturated fat. Get more healthy holiday recipes
Author: Martha Stewart
Deviling quail eggs is almost as easy as chicken eggs, and the result is infinitely cuter! Here, the filling is simply flavored with mayonnaise, Dijon, and a touch of fresh lemon juice.
Author: Martha Stewart
Talk about versatility! This herb-infused oil has many uses. Spread over halved French bread and broil until toasted, toss with hot pasta, or simply use as a full-flavored dipping oil. -Dawn Embry-Rodriguez,...
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These are a favorite at parties and gatherings. The recipe is easy, and the meatballs can be made well ahead of time and frozen until needed. I think what makes them taste so good is the sauce. -Nathalie...
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You'll usually find a batch of these meatballs in my freezer. The slightly sweet sauce nicely complements the spicy pork sausage. -Genie Brown, Roanoke, Virginia
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This chicken is delicious! My father-in-law loved it; he said it reminded him of growing up in Southern California. What a great way to bring summer sunshine to winter days! -Laurel Dalzell, Mantecca,...
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I crave this bruschetta-like pizza in spring, when I'm planting tomatoes in our garden. Slices make great appetizers when the tomatoes are ripe. But you can also serve the pizza alongside a grilled entree...
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A friend shared this recipe with me more than 25 years ago, and I still get raves when I serve them as part of an antipasto platter. -Jean Johnson, Reno, Nevada
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This sweet pickleled watermelon rind makes an unusual addition to a relish tray for a deliciously surprising snack.
Author: Martha Stewart
Deviled eggs make a great side dish for Easter, but they also are a fantastic snack. These have a hint of Worcestershire and a slight tang of mustard. Try using Dijon for an extra layer of flavor. -Mary...
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Here's what you need: strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, watermelon, lime juice, maple syrup
Author: Merle O'Neal
For an All-American cookout, be sure to put some chicken wings on the grill.
Author: Martha Stewart
Need an awesome snack for game day? My kids love these easy four-ingredient turkey pinwheels. Go ahead and make them the day before-they won't get soggy! -Amy Van Hemert, Ottumwa, Iowa
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This is a party in your mouth. Creamy, smoky, spicy, sweet, this recipe makes for a dramatic appetizer that will wow at your Thanksgiving cocktail hour! The recipe also works with a 16-ounce round of Brie...
Author: Julie Hubert
These deviled eggs are nicely flavored with a tang of mustard and a spark of sweetness from pickle relish. We served them at the wedding reception of my daughter, Katherine Beth, and Patrick Althouse.
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This sort of inside-out pizza is something I concocted one evening when I had leftover baked ham and needed to fix something quick and simple. My husband loved it-so did all his friends when he took some...
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If you need a hearty appetizer, look no further than this savory stuffed bread. No dipping sauce is required for these cheesy slices.
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"These luscious fruit kabobs are perfect as a summer appetizer, snack or side dish," assures Ruth Ann Stelfox of Raymond, Alberta. "The citrus glaze clings well and keeps the fruit looking fresh."
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Filled with sausage, sweet pepper and cream cheese, these roll-ups are excellent for unexpected visitors, a cocktail party or a halftime snack. Besides being easy to make, they can be done way ahead and...
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Turn fresh fruit into an irresistible and tantalizing snack or dessert with this dreamy, creamy chocolate dip. Four ingredients and 10 minutes are all it takes! You could also serve with graham cracker...
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Using three kinds of cheese -- extra-sharp cheddar, Gruyere, and cream cheese -- is the key to this dip's deep flavor and perfectly gooey texture.
Author: Martha Stewart
There's no faster way to get a party started than with these bacon jalapeno poppers. Make them ahead and bake just before serving. Even the hot pepper intolerant will love them. -Dawn Onuffer, Crestview,...
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Buttermilk keeps these blueberry muffins nice and moist, while a sprinkling of sanding sugar during baking makes them sparkle.
Author: Martha Stewart
"I served this to company during the holidays and their response was great," writes Joan Airey of Rivers, Manitoba. "For extra color, I sometimes sprinkle the mushrooms with fresh parsley after they're...
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"Tangy marinated artichokes add flavor to both the crust and the topping of this delicious specialty pizza," says Pamela Brooks of South Berwick, Maine.
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Each year, I share Christmas cheer by setting up a buffet at my family's hardware store. This cheese spread recipe is always a biggie! -Sharon W. Bickett, Chester, South Carolina
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Cream cheese and a variety of herbs and vegetables make even deli cold cuts a fancy and filling appetizer. Bite-size pieces look so pretty set on a platter in a circle. But the arrangement never stays...
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This recipe found me about a year ago and I have absolutely loved it ever since! Given its ingredients I was surprised to find it seems to be a hit no matter where it's served.
Author: pinklady
Having done some catering, I especially appreciate interesting, appetizing finger foods. I'm constantly asked to make these popular squares to serve at parties. They're almost like a zippy, crustless quiche....
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This irresistible dip, served warm, never fails to gather guests around the bowl with veggies and crackers in hand. It's been a staple on my appetizer table for over 20 years. -Teri Lindquist, Gurnee,...
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