Instead of throwing out leftover mashed potatoes, use them to make this potato croquette recipe. The little baked balls are yummy with ranch dressing, barbecue sauce or Dijon mayonnaise for dipping. -Pamela...
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We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. -Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
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This creamy dip is the perfect accompaniment to any party menu. It's so delicious on crisp crackers!-Nadine McGehee, Greenville, Mississippi
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This garden salsa recipe combines ripe ingredients and subtle seasonings to make a real summer treat. -Michelle Beran, Caflin, Kansas
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I created this dish to fill two pans because these cheeseburger sliders disappear fast. Just cut the slider burgers recipe in half if you want to make only one batch. -Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado
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Lots of people have asked me for this recipe, but I knew I had a real winner when my grandmother asked me for it! -Tammy Neubauer, Ida Grove, Iowa
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We combine a blend of herbs to create this mouthwatering mix. Plumping the herbs in water before stirring into olive oil enhances the flavor.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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"Either as an appetizer or side dish," promises Faye Buffenmeyer of Lebanon, Pennsylvania, "this is delicious!" And, since it can be made ahead, you might think about doubling the recipe and freezing some...
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I received this recipe years ago from my grandmother. She also told me to have fun being creative and experimenting in the kitchen. My friends request these little puffs at every gathering. -Jean Bevilacqua,...
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I've taken this creamy spread to many holiday gatherings and parties- and there's never any left to bring home! Well-seasoned with a blend of herb flavors, this cheesy treat tastes great on slices of French...
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To bring out the crudite dip's tangy flavor, chill it before serving. This will allow the flavors time to blend. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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During the '60s, shrimp cocktail was one of the most popular party foods around. And it is still a crowd favorite. It's the one appetizer that I serve for every special occasion as well as for munchie...
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This is my version of a famous New Orleans salad. Try it as a sandwich topping. Try it on toasted baguette slices, or make it deluxe with diced ham and salami. - Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida
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Everyone likes fresh fruit, and it's great served with this dip. -Cheryl Ollis, Matthews, North Carolina
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For a warm and winning appetizer, Suzanne Zick of Maiden, North Carolina serves this special cracker spread. It's rich tasting and easy to whip up with convenient canned crab.
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This mouthwatering salsa features fresh pineapple and a handful of seasonings. Serve it with tortilla chips or atop grilled chicken or fish for a jazzed-up meal.-Suzi LaPar, Wahiawa, Hawaii
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These roll-ups are simply divine. A friend shared the recipe after serving them at a church brunch, where they disappeared fast. They make a unique finger food, a side dish at supper or a lovely lunch...
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If you like spice, you'll love this dip. It's super cheesy, full of rich flavor and really has that Buffalo wing taste! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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One of Martha's favorite entertaining strategies is to serve a pared-down-but still special feeling-menu. Her classic shrimp cocktail is a perfect example: it's an easy but elegant starter that shines...
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: ground beef, ground pork, panko breadcrumbs, onion, fresh parsley, garlic, eggs, salt, pepper, butter, all-purpose flour, beef broth, ground allspice, nutmeg, heavy cream, salt, pepper,...
Author: Matthew Johnson
Young relatives were coming for a Christmas party, so I wanted something fun for them to eat. Instead, the adults devoured my mini mac and cheese. -Kate Mainiero, Elizaville, New York
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This quick and easy garlic bread gets a spinach and artichoke upgrade in under 30 minutes. We predict it will be a dinner series regular!
Author: Betsy Carter
Here's what you need: greek yogurt, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, salt, dried basil, green onion, green onion, dried minced garlic, dried minced onion
Author: Tasty
My husband and I met at a cooking class. We have loved creating menus and entertaining ever since. These make-ahead antipasto skewers are always a hit. -Denise Hazen, Cincinnati, Ohio
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Here's what you need: marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, pepper, salt, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, salt, shredded mozzarella cheese, mini pepperoni, flour tortillas
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Here's what you need: olive oil, boneless, skinless chicken breast, butter, onion, carrots, flour, milk, chicken broth, frozen peas, salt, pepper, puff pastry, egg
Author: Kathryn Aubin
Fill mini tart shells with a cream cheese mixture, then top with seafood sauce and shrimp for a picture-perfect look and delightful taste. This recipe makes a fantastic appetizer, and several make a fast,...
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Swiss cheese perfectly compliments the bacon, tomatoes & bell peppers.
Author: April Phillips
"This recipe was given to me by my mother many years ago," says Dorothy Warren of Toulon, Illinois. "It's tasty and unique."
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Crushed red-pepper flakes, a few cloves of garlic, parsley, and oregano add plenty of flavor to these sautèed shrimp. Serve alone or with our Spaghetti with Radicchio and Ricotta.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: puff pastry, hot dogs, cheddar cheese
Author: Alvin Zhou
Store-bought puff pastry makes easy work of this seasonal tart recipe from "Martha Stewart's Dinner at Home." For the most flavorful (and flaky) results, look for all-butter brands of frozen puff pastry,...
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Jumbo shrimp is big on flavor when field editor Marie Hattrup from the Dalles, Oregon gives it a tropical twist. Coconut offers subtle sweetness, and the fruity salsa is delightful as a dip.
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Little buttermilk biscuit cups are baked with a savory mixture of bacon and tomato inside.
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Zippy jalapeno, tart lime juice and garden-fresh cucumbers take center stage in this chunky salsa from Sandy Lee of Choctaw, Oklahoma. "I always have more cucumbers than I can use, so I created this recipe,"...
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I received this easy wing recipe from a cousin on Vancouver Island during a visit there a few years ago. They're an appealing appetizer, but also a favorite for Sunday lunch with rice and a salad. -Joan...
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The secret ingredient in this sassy sauce is the grape jelly. It's a sweet contrast with the chili sauce. -Irma Schnuelle, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
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My love for pickles led me to create this Dill Pickle Dip. It's so easy to whip together. But be warned, it's addicting! -April Anderson, Forest Lake, Minnesota
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Patatas bravas (which means "spicy potatoes") is the ultimate Spanish comfort food. Served tapas-style, the crispy potatoes and smoky sauce are difficult to resist. Add a drizzle of garlic aioli for a...
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This colorful salsa takes just minutes to prepare-and that's likely how long it will last at your next event, too! Chopped mango adds bursts of sweetness to this satisfying chip dip. -Judy Heiser, Uvalde,...
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My husband loved the appetizers we ordered at a Chinese restaurant so much that I was determined to develop a crab rangoon recipe to make them at home. After two more trips to the restaurant to taste them...
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This is one of my favorite vegetable recipes. Even youngsters love it. I've made it for a light lunch and served it as an hors d'oeuvre at a get-together.
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I placed my personal stamp on my Aunt Ellie's crab cake recipe by changing up some of her ingredients. They're served with a tart and tangy creamy sauce. You can serve them on an appetizer spread or as...
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Here's what you need: black beans, chickpeas, red onion, cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley, fresh mint, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, feta cheese
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This is a perfect recipe to use already prepared hard-boiled egg. They would be great for a brunch or springtime luncheon.-American Egg Board, Linda Braun, Park Ridge, Illinois
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This spread is also delicious served on apple or pear wedges. Rub them first with lemon juice to prevent discoloration.
Author: Martha Stewart
This adaptable Mexican layer dip is like a magnet to hungry guests at our family get-togethers and casual parties. It's tasty served hot or cold. Just one chip full and you're hooked!-Sheila Frasher, Crown...
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Here's what you need: crescent dinner rolls, mozzarella cheese, pepperoncinis, fresh basil, salami, ham, prosciutto, provolone cheese, salt, pepper, olive oil, balsamic vinegar
Author: Robert Broadfoot
This hot seafood dip, served with potato chips, is an ode to the salt spray of the New England coast.
Author: Martha Stewart