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. -Ashley Pierce, Brantford, Ontario
Author: Taste of Home
I was planning a party and thought it might be fun to try a different kind of avocado salsa. This recipe was an absolute success. Scoop it up with chips, spoon it over chicken or steak, or eat it on its...
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Serve shrimp toast as part of a pupu platter for a stunning -- and delicious -- presentation. This recipe is adapted from "Martha Stewart's Hors d'Oeuvres for Entertaining."
Author: Martha Stewart
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, which tastes just like a baked potato topper....
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This cheese ball will keep for several days in the refrigerator. It's delicious! I've found it's especially popular at a party or get-together.
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Ranch dressing got its start on a real dude ranch in California. Punch up the Western original with green salsa, green chilies, jalapenos and cilantro for more color and spice. Serve the dip along with...
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A tube of refrigerated pizza dough and frozen chopped spinach make these impressive appetizers a cinch. "I found the recipe in a cookbook but lightened it up," explains Prospect, Kentucky's Juliet Lodge....
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Here's what you need: ground beef, egg, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, grated parmesan cheese, fresh basil, canola oil, marinara sauce, dinner roll, mozzarella cheese, unsalted butter, garlic,...
Author: Tasty
These creamy stuffed jalapenos have some bite. They may be the most popular treats I make! My husband is always hinting that I should make a batch. -Lisa Byington, Johnson City, New York
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Our winters can get cold here, so I like to warm up holiday guests with oven-fresh appetizers. Crunchy bread slices are topped with mushrooms, artichokes and a blend of cheeses. -Nancy Mueller, Bloomington,...
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My sister brought this recipe with her when she was visiting from California. We served it at a family get-together and everyone just loved it. We're often asked to bring it to potlucks. -Marcia Tiernan,...
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This Greek-style dish can be assembled and then frozen for up to three months. When you're ready to bake, it can go straight from the freezer into the oven.
Author: Martha Stewart
With wasabi in both the crab cakes and the dipping sauce, this festive appetizer brings its own heat to the holiday party. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
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Our family just loves my husband's version of store-bought pizza rolls. They take some time to make, but they freeze well so we get to enjoy the fruits of our labor for a long time! -Julie Gaines, Normal,...
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I love the sweet orange marmalade paired with the zip of a jalapeno in this sweet-sour glaze. -Bonnie Stallings, Martinsburg, West Virginia
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My easy tartlets loaded with a cheesy mushroom filling take advantage of refrigerated crescent roll dough. I think they're best warm from the oven with a sprinkling of green onion.-Betsy King, Duluth,...
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I got this recipe from my sister-in-law, who's an excellent cook. She makes this dip every Christmas Eve for our annual "appetizer meal." -Marilyn Dick, Centralia, Missouri
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Here's what you need: chicken wings, salt, pepper, potato starch, frying oil, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, sake, garlic, toasted white sesame seed
Author: Rie McClenny
I made this creamy spread with my students and it was a big success. It is easy to make and the flavor contrasts make it interesting. Toasty bread slices are the perfect compliment. Paula Englert, Louisville,...
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Recipe adapted from Aran Goyoaga and her blog, Cannelle et Vanille.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: olive oil, fresh rosemary, medium yellow onions, garlic, frozen spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon zest, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, lemon juice, pita...
Author: Jordan Kenna
This zesty dip is great for any get-together and allows me to spend more time with my guests. I always have requests to bring it when my husband and I attend parties. -Sally Hull, Homestead, Florida
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This pineapple salsa makes a great appetizer at any party that could use a sweet-and-spicy kick.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: frozen spinach, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic, butter, parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, egg, water
Author: Pierce Abernathy
This egg roll recipe is truly a family favorite. My husband, Doug, makes them often for family meals and my sister serves them every Tuesday night at the restaurant she owns. Feel free to use sausage if...
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I love sour cream on Mexican dishes, so I decided to add it to a salsa recipe. It always goes fast, so you may want to double the recipe. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
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Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, milk, vegetable broth, polenta, unsalted butter, salt, pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme, dried rosemary, olive oil, canola oil, mayonnaise, garlic, fresh...
Author: Rachel Gaewski
From Benton Harbor, Michigan, Katina Tanner sends a low-fat party starter. "This is a wonderful way o use fresh basil," she says. "Increase the amount of herbs if you like or replace the pita chips with...
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Martha and her young friend Alex Connolly made this delectable version of ravioli. A variety of fresh mushrooms, ranging from the mild-tasting button to the intense porcini, are mixed with Parmesan and...
Author: Martha Stewart
Bite-size and brimming with bacon and cheese, these melt-in-your-mouth tidbits are easy for guests to handle, and they look so colorful on a buffet. Nobody can stop with just one.
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This is a great hot weather party dip. Serve asparagus on a decorative platter with lemon wedges on the side for garnish. A great flavor variation is to use chopped garlic in place of the horseradish....
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This rustic tomato galette recipe is a delicious way to use summer cherry tomatoes. Its simple, flaky butter pie crust is filled with ripe heirloom or Roma tomatoes, pesto and feta cheese. -Kate Wood,...
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These little gems are easy, impressive and delicious. They are ridiculously easy and inexpensive to make. Seriously, you will look like a total rock star when you serve these! -Mandy Rivers, Lexington,...
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Spice up your plain dinner sides with this southern hot corn recipe. It cooks all in one pan for easy cooking and easier cleanup. You can also pair it with chips and eat It as a dip!
Author: Nichi Hoskins
You can use any type of bread for this recipe. We used anadama bread, which is made with molasses and cornmeal. Serve this with our Potted Crab.
Author: Martha Stewart
"These cheesy appetizers are so easy to make and so quick to bake," comments Tonya Farmer of Iowa City, Iowa. "A warm batch makes a savory snack or an appealing addition to a soup lunch."
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A quesadilla is a tortilla typically filled with beans and shredded cheese then folded before being toasted or fried. Our version features cheese and cooked vegetables. Sour cream, shredded lettuce, sliced...
Author: Martha Stewart
Appetizers are the highlight of parties at our home. Slices of this golden loaf swirled with spinach and cheese disappear in a hurry. They're a tasty accompaniment to most any meal, too.
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I make these sandwiches for showers, weddings, and special family events. I got the recipe from a friend many years ago while attending the wedding of their daughter. They are so delicious, you can't stop...
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When I lived in Seattle, one of my favorite places was a small stand that sold piroshki-Russian stuffed pocket sandwiches. Whenever I'm missing my former town, I make my own batch. -julie merriman, Seattle,...
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Looking for a one-of-a-kind appetizer to serve at your next party? Try these mouthwatering bacon-wrapped water chestnuts, sure to have your guests coming back for seconds.
Author: Martha Stewart
My husband loves sauteed mushrooms and I love brie, so I decided to experiment and see if I could create an appetizer that we both love. After so many attempts, I came up with this recipe that our friends...
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My grandmother taught both me and my mom this appetizer recipe for stuffed celery. We always serve it at Christmas and Thanksgiving. The stuffing is so yummy that even if you don't normally care for the...
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Stuffed with savory meats and cheeses, these hearty antipasto squares would satisfy an entire offensive line! The dish comes together quickly and bakes in under an hour, making it the perfect potluck bring-along....
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Named for the 17th-century French Marquis d'Uxelles, Duxelles is an adaptable, delectable mixture of finely chopped mushrooms, shallots, and herbs. Serve on toast points with whipped goat cheese and fresh...
Author: Martha Stewart
For a change from spicy Buffalo sauce, try these sweet and sticky wings. There's a good chance they'll become your new favorite! -Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York
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