Convenient frozen phyllo shells add to this impressive appetizer's easy preparation. Although I make them year-round, they're especially tasty with garden-fresh tomatoes.
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Five simple ingredients are all you need to wow friends and family with a tasty appetizer. I love to make these as much as I love to share them. -Nick Berg, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Bright-hued sweet vegetable pickles are a welcome change from typical sandwich toppers. Paper-thin zucchini ribbons are tender-crisp.
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Quick, easy and fresh with big, bold and bright flavors, this healthy dish is a snap to make and beautiful to serve. You can make it up to 8 hours in advance, which is convenient for entertaining. -Jamie...
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Here's what you need: pizza dough, marinara sauce, frozen party sized meatballs, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, fresh basil, black pepper, egg, water
Author: Pierce Abernathy
Sweet-tart and spiced with cardamom and cloves, this chutney is delicious with any type of poultry or game bird, including duck and quail.
Author: Martha Stewart
I'm a fan of sliders, especially if they are Asian inspired. Sweet Hawaiian rolls make these especially tasty. -Gloria Bradley, Naperville, Illinois
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No one will ever suspect that this creamy party classic is lower in fat than the much loved original. The combination of artichoke hearts, spinach and Parmesan cheese gives it great flavor. The best part...
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I've made this creamy, hearty mushroom appetizer for years-it's a big hit every time.-Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia
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This ain't your standard salsa! Served with a side of homemade sweet potato chips, this quick and easy seasonal salsa is sure to be a holiday staple. To ensure your chips are extra crispy, it's important...
Author: Betsy Carter
It's so easy to elevate asparagus bundles-just wrap them in bacon! Make this sweet and savory side dish for your Easter celebration, or any springtime meal.
Turn up the heat by keeping the seeds in the chiles. And if you're using precooked shrimp, omit step 1 -- just peel and chop them, then add them in step 2.
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This great recipe for arancini with marinara sauce is courtesy of Carmella Mitrano. For an alternative, try our Arancini with Sage.
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve this traditional falafel from Michael's Genuine Food & Drink chef Michael Schwartz tucked inside pita bread for a satisfying sandwich or on its own as a protein-packed appetizer.
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This beautiful holiday dish is a big hit at our house. We serve it on wheat or other crispy crackers. Cranberries and various forms of chile peppers combine to make a very nice sweet-heat treat. -Diane...
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Here's an appetizer that will heat up any gathering. Family and friends often request that I make these jalapenos. -DeLea Lonadier, Montgomery, Louisiana
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In this vegetarian Buffalo-style appetizer, macaroni and cheese get heated up with Louisiana-style hot sauce, then breaded and baked. These tasty nibbles are served with blue cheese dressing. -Ann Donnay,...
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These hors d'oeuvres combine the best of sweet and savory flavors.
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This shrimp bake gets the "low and slow" treatment in the oven, resulting in tender, perfectly cooked crustaceans without a hint of toughness. A saffron marinade and chopped fresh herbs up the elegance...
Author: Lauryn Tyrell
Enjoy this fun dip with crackers or veggies or on your favorite sandwich or burger. To make it smoother, add a bit more olive oil. If you prefer a more rustic texture, decrease the oil a little. -Kimberly...
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We wanted to get creative with hot dogs, so we made a mac-and-cheesy one. Pile on the extra cheese, relish and even bacon. -Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
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Pre-dinner nibbles should awaken the appetite without filling you up. These pickled shrimp pay tribute to the rich culinary history of the maritime South. They're bright and fresh, with a piquant heat....
Author: Martha Stewart
I often take a platter of fruit and this dip to picnics, bridal showers and family events. Depending on the season, I'll have strawberries, cantaloupe apples and other fresh fruits.
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Every January, we host a family get-together to watch "the big game" on TV. I'm not much of a football fan, but I do enjoy that annual opportunity to try out new recipes. These tasty finger sandwiches...
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Fit for a dairy farmer's birthday, this hearty appetizer was perfect for our theme dinner. The spread is "beefed up" with dairy products, and pecans give it a pleasant crunch. -Carol Troyer, Pryor, Oklahoma...
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Here's what you need: ground beef, onion, fresh cilantro, taco seasoning, egg, tortilla chips, jack cheese, vegetable oil, salsa, fresh cilantro, sour cream
Author: Camille Bergerson
Spoon this flavorful topping over Simple Crostini or toast from a country-style loaf. Each recipe makes enough for 16 small or 8 large crostini.
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Potato nests are simple to make and surprisingly handy for pulled pork, cheese, sour cream and other toppings. Make, bake and collect the compliments. -Melissa Sperka, Greensboro, North Carolina
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Instead of serving cold shrimp with cocktail sauce, prepare this simple basil sauce and top it with tender cooked shrimp. It's a fun and fancy appetizer. -Ken Hulme, Prescott, Arizona
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These wings are guaranteed to have your guests licking their fingers clean! If desired, you can replace the seasonings listed in the recipe with 1/4 cup purchased blackened seasoning. -Corey Russo, Orono,...
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Stuffed with a pizza-style filling, these special sandwiches surprise you with a burst of flavor in every bite. They were popular with the preschool set at our son's dinosaur-theme birthday party...but...
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This festive Cranberry Salsa ingeniously slashes refined sugar - succulent pineapple adds sweetness and salsa-y flair. Delicious, quick and easy (and guilt-free, too)! • Ready in 30 Minutes or Less •...
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Now you don't have to wait for dessert to have a slice of pie. Give everyone a thin slice of this extra special appetizer that joins tart cranberries with rich Brie. -Marie Parker, Milwaukee, WI
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Game day calls for something bold. I top potato chips with tomatoes, bacon and tangy blue cheese. I make two big pans, and they always disappear. -Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
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Chef Virginia Willis uses the classic Southern technique of reducing Coca-Cola and spices into a syrupy glaze for these flavorful chicken wings.
Author: Martha Stewart
At our house, it doesn't get any better than deviled eggs with bacon-bourbon candied bacon, that is. See if you can resist them. We can't. -Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
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A hot oven and a citrusy-sweet mustard sauce are all you need for these fryer-free-but just as delicious-baked chicken wings.
Author: Shira Bocar
Chocolate, cinnamon and a touch of heat are a classic Mexican trio. Any fruit goes in this fudgy dip. And don't forget the churros! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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This light, flavorful dip brings protein and perks up fresh sliced veggies in a hurry. -Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota
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These little garlic bread bites make a terrific addition to any buffet spread. We make sure to serve them warm. -Kathy Yarosh, Apopka, Florida
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I can't go anywhere without taking along my puffs. They're pretty enough for a wedding reception yet hearty enough to snack on while the gang is watching football on television. A platter of these will...
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Crisp on the outside, creamy on the inside, these Fried Mashed Potato Croquettes make tasty hors d'oeuvres.
Author: Martha Stewart
Lime and basil really brighten the flavors in this colorful salsa. It's best when scooped up on a homemade cinnamon chip. -Navalee Hylton, Lauderhill, Florida
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Whenever there's a get-together, I'm asked to bring this tasty olive spread. -Shirley Harrison, Portland, Oregon
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