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Bacon Cheese Fries

These tempting bacon cheese fries are one finger food I can make a meal of. Quick to fix, they're a hit at parties and as a snack. Ranch dressing is a tasty alternative to sour cream. -Marilyn Dutkus,...

Author: Taste of Home

Golden Ham Croquettes

Neighbors happened to drop in the first time I made this recipe and they loved it. I often make the tasty favorite as a Sunday dinner for our family. -Peggy Anderjaska, Haigler, Nebraska

Author: Taste of Home

Mini Corn Muffins with Spicy Cheddar Filling

I'm an Iowa gardener and I like to feature sweet corn in my recipes. These cute, easy-to-eat bites are a fun change from the usual appetizers. -Margaret Blair, Lorimor, Iowa

Author: Taste of Home

Tropical Island Shrimp Kabobs

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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 thinking cap and came up with this treat. -Kelly...

Author: Taste of Home

Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball

Your guests are in for a sweet surprise when they try this chocolate chip cheese ball-it tastes just like cookie dough! Rolled in chopped pecans, this chip-studded spread is wonderful on regular or chocolate...

Author: Taste of Home

Grilled Shrimp with Spicy Sweet Sauce

These finger-lickin' shrimp practically fly off the platter at my get-togethers. Play with the amount of sriracha to get the spice level just the way you like it. -Susan Harrison, Laurel, Maryland

Author: Taste of Home

Grilled Pineapple with Lime Dip

Serve this dish as an appetizer or a dessert-the choice is yours! If desired, the pineapple spears can be rolled in flaked coconut before grilling. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Author: Taste of Home

Cheddar Gougeres

Gougeres-French cheesy cream puffs-are usually made with Gruyere cheese but I often substitute with the sharpest cheddar I can find for bolder flavor. Make this recipe your own with the cheese of your...

Author: Taste of Home

Crowd Pleasing Party Meatballs

We served this scrumptious dish at our wedding. It went over so well that it's been served at other weddings and family functions, and the requests keep coming! -Stefany Blevins, Portsmouth, Ohio

Author: Taste of Home

Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Orange Glaze

The secret ingredient in these quick and tangy grilled shrimp skewers is orange-juice concentrate, which brings a sweet-tart intensity to the basting mixture that is balanced out by savory onion, sharp...

Author: Martha Stewart

Tempura Veggie Platter Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: canola oil, all purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, kosher salt, sparkling water, large carrot, asparagus, broccoli, large zucchini, Heluva Good!® Buttermilk Ranch Dip

Author: Heluva Good

Creole Shrimp & Crab Cheesecake

We live on the beach and love to eat seafood. A stay-at-home mom, I also love to experiment in the kitchen. I came up with this savory spread as a special appetizer.-Christy Hughes, Sunset Beach, North...

Author: Taste of Home

Cranberry Jalapeno Cheese Spread

This easy spread is based on several different relishes and spreads I've tasted or made before. I love the sweet and spicy combination of flavors. -Diane Nemitz, Ludington, Michigan

Author: Taste of Home

Chicken Fajita Quesadillas Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: chicken breast, taco seasoning, vegetable oil, onion, garlic cloves, bell peppers, lime, tortillas, butter, shredded cheese

Author: Tasty

Bacon Stuffed Avocados

They are what they sound like. Delicious. Serve as appetizer. Doesn't need too much sauce. Just adds the perfect amount of flavor!

Author: jessielee1389

Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

I adapted this tomato appetizer from a stuffed mushroom recipe that I've used for years. The tasty little treats always win compliments-they're perfect at parties or for potlucks and salad luncheons. Best...

Author: Taste of Home

Mexican Meatloaf Muffins Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: tomato sauce, honey, white vinegar, Club House® Taco Seasoning, olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, lean ground beef, bread crumbs, Club House® Taco Seasoning, large eggs, nonstick...

Author: Ivan Diaz

Seafood & Cream Cheese Stuffed Shells

"This excellent appetizer is a favorite with my guests! Cool, pretty and easy to do, it has a lovely seafood flavor. The green onions add a nice crunch." - Suzy Horvath, Gladstone, Oregon

Author: Taste of Home

Roasted Peppers with Garlic and Basil

These colorful peppers are great on sandwiches, in pasta dishes, or as part of an antipasto platter. The recipe can easily be doubled, and the peppers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator...

Author: Martha Stewart

Shrimp with Dipping Sauce

Our Test Kitchen crew let their imaginations go overboard to dream up this light and spicy shrimp part starter. The well-seasoned shrimp are delicious on their own...or coated with the dipping sauce that...

Author: Taste of Home

Dilly Mini Cheese Balls

??These mini cheese balls are perfect for any gathering, no matter what time of year it is! Kids love the cheesy, salty flavor, and adults appreciate how easy they are to make. -Carole Lanthier, Courtice,...

Author: Taste of Home

Pesto Goat Cheese Toasts

I came across this recipe years ago. Everyone who tries these little toasts absolutely loves them. The pesto is easy to find in the grocery store, and it blends beautifully with the tangy, creamy goat...

Author: Taste of Home

Fluffy Caramel Apple Dip

This sweet, smooth and fluffy dip is really a crowd-pleaser. Be careful-it's so good that you won't want to stop eating it! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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 flavorful mix of all your favorite toppings: sour...

Author: Martha Stewart

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 way with baked tortilla chips and veggies-or as a...

Author: Taste of Home

Dolmades (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

These rice-and-meat-stuffed bundles are a traditional Greek appetizer.

Author: Martha Stewart

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 toothpicks for a festive look. -Peggy Cairo, Kenosha,...

Author: Taste of Home

Cheesy Meatballs

Can meatballs be lucky? My guys think so, and they want them for game time. My beef, sausage and cheese recipe has a big fan following. -Jill Hill, Dixon, Illinois

Author: Taste of Home

German Beer Cheese Spread

We love recipes inspired by our German heritage. This tangy spread is fantastic served alongside everything, including pretzels and pumpernickel or crackers and sausage. Choose your favorite beer-the flavor...

Author: Taste of Home

Cheddar Bacon Toasts

Four ingredients are all you need to bake up these golden appetizers. They pair perfectly with a bowl of soup or can be served as an after-school snack.-Mary Martin, Columbus, Kansas

Author: Taste of Home

Fire Roasted Tomato Salsa

"I've been making this salsa for a few years now. Chipotle pepper gives it a smoky kick. The recipe makes a big batch, but it doesn't last a day in our house." -Pamela Paula, Weeki Wachee, Florida

Author: Taste of Home

Egg Dumplings

Author: Martha Stewart

Herbed Shrimp Dip

Since this flavorful dip calls for chopped shrimp, choosing a bag of smaller-size frozen shrimp is cost-effective.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sweet & Savory Pineapple Cheese Ball

One of my favorite dishes in childhood was my mom's pineapple and green pepper cheese ball. Now I make it, and it's always a hit. -Susan Harrison, Laurel, Maryland

Author: Taste of Home

Five Cheese Fonduta

If five cheese fonduta isn't one of the most mouthwatering foods of all time, I don't know what is! Swap out any cheeses you don't like for your favorites. -Cheri Gilmore, Festus, Missouri

Author: Taste of Home

Texas Roadhouse Ranch Dressing

This recipe was inspired by the Texas Roadhouse Ranch Dressing that can be found accompanying their salads. Simple to make and perfect once refrigerated for 30 minutes.

Author: Laura Ritterman

Honey Barbecue Chicken Wings

These wings get loads of flavor from the slightly sweet honey-barbecue sauce they're tossed in. They're just the tiniest bit sticky-exactly the way they should be. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Author: Taste of Home

Garlic Parmesan Cheese Ball

This is one of our entertaining mainstays. It complements most meals and is so easy to prepare and dress up with a variety of garnishes. -Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York

Author: Taste of Home

Creamy Black Bean Dip

This appealing Southwest-inspired dip can be made well in advance. If we don't have tortilla chips on hand, we serve it with crackers. -Ashley Donovan, Glasgow, Kentucky

Author: Taste of Home

Bacon Roll Ups

This family recipe dates back to the 1930s, when my grandmother started making her clever breakfast roll-ups. -Janet Abate, North Brunswick, New Jersey

Author: Taste of Home

Six Layer Dip

Tortilla chips make great scoopers for this dip, which is a family favorite after we open Christmas gifts. Sometimes I serve it in a glass bowl-just to show off the pretty layers.-Etta Gillespie, Elmendorf,...

Author: Taste of Home

Layered Shrimp Dip

People's eyes light up when I set this special snack on the table. Layered Shrimp Dip has a terrific combination of flavors and looks so pretty. Once folks start dipping, they can't seem to stop. -Sue...

Author: Taste of Home

Shrimp Appetizer Spread

There's no secret to this creamy seafood appetizer-it's simply delicious! I originally tasted it at a friend's house, and I liked it so much that I requested the recipe. It's since become a family favorite....

Author: Taste of Home

Stuffed Fried Pickles Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: dill pickles, mozzarella cheese, ham, all-purpose flour, panko breadcrumbs, large eggs, oil, spicy mayonnaise

Author: Pierce Abernathy

Texas Caviar

My neighbor gave me a container of this zippy, tangy salsa one Christmas and I had to have the recipe. I fix it regularly for potlucks and get-togethers and never have leftover. I take copies of the recipe...

Author: Taste of Home

Perfect Corn Relish

This colorful corn relish is delicious with grilled chicken or shrimp. It also pairs well with the piquant flavors of quesadillas or crab cakes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Marinated Mushrooms

Guests will never guess a dish so flavorful could take only 10 minutes of hands-on prep and no cooking! Great as a side dish or tempting tidbit on a relish tray, this versatile recipe is from Billie Moss...

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 the whole game-if it lasts that long! -Deanna Garretson,...

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 Reynolds, Rocky River, Ohio

Author: Taste of Home