Diced chorizo contributes a spicy note to tortilla espanola, a classic Spanish egg dish with potatoes and onion often served warm as an appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
This crowd-pleasing approach to serving oysters has a little something for everyone: a classic mignonette, a spicy variation with jalapeno, and a zippy fresh horseradish sauce. Shucking your own oysters...
Author: Martha Stewart
A crowd-pleaser any time of year, this savory-tasting recipe is perfect for get-togethers. -Debbie Manno, Fort Mill, South Carolina
Author: Taste of Home
These stuffed mushrooms make great bite-size appetizers.
Author: Martha Stewart
Want a fun way to get your veggies in? These air fryer zucchini fries are coated in a panko-Parmesan breading and fried to golden brown perfection.
Author: Tasty
You won't be able to eat just one...or two...or five...heck, you won't be able to stop eating them period, until they're gone !
Author: bookmdanno
A rich-but-worth-it appetizer, with prosciutto tucked under a blanket of bechamel sauce.
Author: Martha Stewart
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
The longer this creamy, beefy blend chills, the better it tastes. I usually have to make a double batch when I bring it to family gatherings. It's good not only with bite-size bagel pieces, but also with...
Author: Taste of Home
For a delightfully different way to serve refreshing cucumbers, try this recipe. This creamy spread is so good with crackers or vegetables.-Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina
Author: Taste of Home
I needed a brand-new appetizer for a big party. I covered polenta with Gorgonzola and a tangy sauce. That's how you spread holiday cheer. -Margee Berry, White Salmon, Washington
Author: Taste of Home
Green peas shine in a soup that gets tang from buttermilk, depth from vermouth, and body from a Yukon Gold potato. Delicate pea tendrils are a fitting garnish, but optional.
Author: Martha Stewart
Who knew egg rolls could be so easy? In about 20 minutes, your family will be feasting on some that rival the best Chinese restaurants. -Adeline Russell, Hartford, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
I enjoy shredded chicken dishes, Moroccan seasonings and pita sandwiches. The addition of the carrot salad laced with dates and pomegranate seeds lends an extra punch and crunch. Mini flour tortillas can...
Author: Taste of Home
I've tried several different artichoke dip recipes, but this one is the absolute best! I serve it at nearly every family gathering and there are never any leftovers. This is probably my most-requested...
Author: Taste of Home
These spicy hush puppies make a wonderful side dish to fish. They taste best when served warm.
Author: Taste of Home
When I'm looking for more special appetizer, this is the recipe I reach for. I've also served these savory scallops for dinner.-Pamela MacCumbee, Berkeley Springs, West Virginia
Author: Taste of Home
Light and soft, with a bit of crunch, these bourekas are one of my favorite appetizers for holidays. They can be filled with almost anything, but spinach and feta is one of my favorite fillings topped...
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: ground beef, yellow onion, fresh parsley, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, pepper, bacon, BBQ sauce
Author: Alix Traeger
A classic dip gets a wake-up call when fresh broccoli florets are swapped in for canned artichokes. And since this version is served at room temperature, you don't even have to turn on the oven!
Author: Martha Stewart
Editor's Note: Escargots have been considered a delicacy from as far back as ancient Rome, and for good reason. While the idea of eating snails, even fancy French snails, might seem strange at first, they...
Author: Anthony Bourdain
These slow cooker wings are a fun appetizer for gatherings. I sometimes like to serve the saucy chicken over rice as a main dish. Either way you do it, these Asian-inspired wings will be a hit! -June Eberhardt,...
Author: Taste of Home
This great recipe for spicy-sweet chicken wings is courtesy of Suvir Saran and can be found in "American Masala." They make for a delicious appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
I usually make this recipe for parties and family gatherings. It never lasts long, because folks go straight for it.
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: kiwi, tomato, red onion, yellow bell pepper, fresh basil, lime juice, salt, pepper
Author: Mercedes Sandoval
This fresh-tasting combination is great with chips or grilled salmon, chicken or pork chops. But it's so good, sometimes I just eat it with a spoon! -Lindsay Anderson, Inman, Kansas
Author: Taste of Home
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, Kirkland, Washington
Author: Taste of Home
Wonderfully comforting, this hot cheese dip blends cream cheese, Colby Jack, and Parmigiano for a serious foundation of flavor. Stir in chopped marinated artichoke hearts and sun-dried tomatoes before...
Author: Greg Lofts
The first time I served these, my husband and kids thought we were having plain meatballs. Then they cut into the flavorful filling inside! -Cathy Lendvoy, Boharm, Saskatchewan
Author: Taste of Home
Carciofi alla Giudia (Jewish-style artichokes) is a classic and delicious dish originating from the Roman-Jewish community in Italy. To make a batch at home, fry up baby artichokes until crisp for a flavorful...
Author: Martha Stewart
People can't get enough of these pop-in-your-mouth mini frittatas. They're a cinch to make, freeze well and the recipe easily doubles for a crowd. -Nancy Statkevicus, Tucson, Arizona
Author: Taste of Home
In addition to shrimp, I serve this cheesy fondue with French bread cubes. Every bite tastes like a little gourmet grilled cheese sandwich. -Roberta Rotelle, Honey Brook, Pennsylvania
Author: Taste of Home
Frozen mini phyllo tart shells are so convenient and easy to use. Just add a savory filling featuring sun-dried tomatoes and bacon, then pop them in the oven.-Patricia Quinn, Omaha, Nebraska
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: frozen tater tot, onion, garlic, ground beef, salt, pepper, worcestershire, grated cheddar cheese, cherry tomato, pickle, romaine lettuce, sesame seed
Author: Kathleen Melody
These little crab bites put a smile on everyone's face. My family loves them for their size, texture and taste. I love them because they're quick and simple to make. They even won first prize in a cooking...
Author: Taste of Home
Dense in vitamins A, C, and K, fiber, and calcium, kale is one of the healthiest foods you can eat -- and it makes irresistible chips.
Author: Martha Stewart
Whip up our easy beef chili in advance, and you can get this giant pan of nachos on the table in just 20 minutes. It's all about layering the meat with tortilla chips, cheese, and beans.
Author: Riley Wofford
Feel free to add hot sauce to the dip that accompanies these savory corn cakes. -Katty Chiong, Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Author: Taste of Home
Extras from tonight's rich and juicy appetizers can become tomorrow's entree. Simply serve them over a bed of fluffy noodles or rice-if there's any left. -Amy Warren, Maineville, Ohio
Author: Taste of Home
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, Kingwood, Texas
Author: Taste of Home
This flavorful dip looks so pretty served in sweet yellow pepper halves. It's great with fresh veggies.-Linda Murray, Allenstown, New Hampshire
Author: Taste of Home
From Stevens, Pennsylvania, Sandralee Herr shares her yummy recipe for hot and filling appetizers. "This is a great way to use up leftover chicken," advises Sandralee. "Sometimes, I serve it with fruit...
Author: Taste of Home
For a delicious appetizer for two, try these spicy bacon jalapeno poppers. The bacon adds a smoky flavor to the traditional popper.-Bernice Knutson, Danbury, Iowa
Author: Taste of Home
This protein-packed spinach salad is ready in 15 minutes
Author: Martha Stewart
I'm a fan of shrimp, and my family loves nachos. When I combined those favorites and added fresh avocado, the result was a cool yet satisfying snack. -Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
Author: Taste of Home
I took a couple of my favorite recipes and combined them into these delicious hors d'oeuvres. The colorful and impressive snacks come together easily with refrigerated crescent roll dough, prepared pesto...
Author: Taste of Home
Colorful endive leaves are drizzled with an easy, no-cook dressing.
Author: Martha Stewart
If you're looking for something special for your holiday hors d' oeuvres table, this tangy out-of-the-ordinary appetizer will fill the bill. "It is so popular with my friends that I try to keep Brie cheese...
Author: Taste of Home
Skip the prefab dips in the market; this homemade version calls for caramelized Vidalia onions and reduced-fat sour cream and cream cheese for all the flavor you love with less guilt.
Author: Martha Stewart