Our family adores broccoli casserole. I wanted to try it as an appetizer, so I used a pecan tassie recipe for the crust. The result? We're talking scrumptious. -Gail Gaiser, Ewing, New Jersey
Author: Taste of Home
Nachos you can feel good about! This meaty topping has less fat and sodium than typical nacho beef because you use lean meat and make your own seasoning. The versatile dish is a tasty go-to for a party....
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"Rillettes gets right to the heart of what's good: pork, pork fat, salt, and pepper," says chef Anthony Bourdain. "Easy and cheap to make, it's one of the great casual starters of all time." This recipe...
Author: Martha Stewart
This savory Halloween appetizer will drive your guests absolutely batty. Coat roasted chicken wings in a combination of honey mustard and hot sauce for a fiery bite.
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve this zesty Mediterranean spin on traditional seven-layer dip with pita chips for a delightful party starter.
Author: Martha Stewart
A creamy fruit filling is tucked inside flaky phyllo dough in this special appetizer. One big batch never lasts long at my house!
Author: Taste of Home
This is the best homemade hummus recipe -- and it's easy to whip up with very few ingredients.
Author: Jennifer Segal
Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, adapted from Emeril's Creole Christmas, William Morrow & Company Inc., New York, 1997, courtesy Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.
Author: Martha Stewart
When I started growing herbs in my garden it took me a while to find a good way to use thyme, but this easy appetizer spread lets it shine. I usually garnish it with a sprig of thyme, slivered almonds...
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Classic hot wings get an update thanks to sriracha, a Thai-style hot sauce. The vinegar-chile sauce adds just enough of a twist to feel fresh while staying true to all the beloved characteristics of the...
Author: Martha Stewart
Lemon, lime and orange bring a burst of sunny citrus flavor to marinated olives that are great for nibbling on at holiday buffets. You can even blend the olives and spread the mixture onto baguette slices.-Ann...
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Our home economists came up with this Asian-style dish featuring a simple-to-prepare peanut sauce. It's a hearty addition to an appetizer buffet.
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Tomatoes are roasted and then layered with the other traditional ingredients of a caprese salad -- mozzarella and basil -- over mushrooms.
Author: Martha Stewart
Whip these up for picky eaters, or add one of our favorite fillings: Orange-Braised Pork or Chipotle Chicken.
Author: Martha Stewart
Hawaiian-style appetizer great for parties. This recipe was given to me by my mother-in-law and is a huge hit with everyone!
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This tart showcases the thyme flavoring of the goat cheese filling.
Author: Martha Stewart
Our pastor made this for a get-together, and my husband and I just couldn't stay away from the hors d'oeuvres table. The cheesy slices taste great served warm, but they're still wonderful when they've...
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I have lots of fun with this festive appetizer wreath. I often place a bowl of stuffed olives in the center. -Shirley Privratsky, Dickinson, North Dakota
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Our modern take on the Passover classic transforms this often divisive dish into elegant quenelles made with salmon and cod rather than the traditional carp or pike.
Author: Martha Stewart
We love finger foods in the South. For parties, I make mini burgers in advance and then wrap them in pastry, bake them and serve them with assorted sauces. -Monica Flatford, Knoxville, Tennessee
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A handful of simple ingredients that go together in minutes, three fun flavorful options...these creamy cheese balls from our Test Kitchen are a darling, do-ahead delight for busy holiday hostesses! Why...
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The holidays have so many food associations for me, and one of those is fancy roasted cocktail nuts.
Here's what you need: raw shrimps, salt, pepper, russet potatoes, butter, egg yolk, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, flour, flour, egg, panko breadcrumb, oil
Author: Tasty
Boursin cheese can be expensive to buy. This homemade version is budget friendly and is fabulous. Your guest won't realize you made it.-Debra Chylik, Valley View, Ohio
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Inexpensive and impressive, this recipe is a must have anytime you want to wow your guests without spending all day in the kitchen!-Cristina Mathers of San Miguel, California
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I was born and raised in Australia, but moved to the U.S. when I got married. When I long for some Australian recipes, I bake up a batch of this sausage roll recipe and share them with neighbors or co-workers....
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Whenever there's a gathering, friends tell me, "Be sure to bring your bean dip!" With several delightful layers, this is more than a snack-some guests practically make a meal out of it. You'll need big...
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A Southwestern food fan asked us to bring home a taste of her restaurant favorite-a cheesy spinach dip from Cheddar's Casual Cafe. We came up with this flavor-packed facsimile that's sure to be a hit at...
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You'll want to try these party-perfect turnovers. My guests enjoy the delicious curried chicken. Plus, the puff pastry makes for an elegant snack. -Mary Kisinger, Calgary, Alberta
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This area is known for its chicken wings, and these are the best I've ever tasted. They make great appetizers.
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A marinade using balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and Italian dressing boosts the flavor of these tender shrimp. Diane Harrison of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania serves the delightful bites chilled.
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I love guacamole! But I add beans to boost the amount of fiber in this version. It has a texture similar to hummus and is perfect for dipping chips, pita or veggies. -Raquel Haggard, Edmond, Oklahoma
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Savory slices of this bread make a favorite Saturday night meal for my family. Just like pizza, it can be eaten as a fun finger food. Guests can't stop nibbling when I serve it at parties. Plus, it's good...
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In my family, Easter isn't complete without deviled eggs. Fresh dill and garlic perk up the flavor of these irresistible appetizers you'll want to eat on every occasion. -Kami Horch, Calais, Maine
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This is a simple, elegant dish using fresh basil. Our university women's gourmet group raved about it, and due to its simplicity, it has become my favorite entertaining dish.-Laura Hamilton, Belleville,...
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Karen Bernhardt Toolan of Clifford Township, Pennsylvania, sent us this recipe for her twist on potato pancakes. She says, "These are great as a side dish at dinner, with fried eggs for breakfast, or as...
Author: Martha Stewart
These tasty crab cakes are perfect for appetizers, or try them with a salad for a light meal. -Cindy Worth, Lapwai, Idaho
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There isn't a bean that my family does not like. In fact, I serve one kind or another almost every day. This dip is one of our favorite ways to eat them. -Nancy Testin, Harrington, Delaware
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I can count on a roomful of smiles whenever I make this---and it couldn't be easier!-Tammy Leiber, Navasota, Texas
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Here's what you need: chicken wings, baking powder, salt, BBQ sauce, cajun seasoning
Author: Camille Bergerson
Here's what you need: eggs, sour cream, bacon, fresh chives, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, bacon, fresh chive
Author: Vaughn Vreeland
We love this recipe! I've lightened it considerably without losing flavor, and no one can tell the difference. Give the dip a try on baked potatoes, too! -Sandie Heindel, Liberty, Missouri
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"This recipe originally called for 13 ingredients, but I found a much faster way to make these tasty treats," writes Kathy Morgan from Oceanside, California. Since they're toasted in the oven instead of...
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Grilled pizzas topped with avocado, fresh spinach, and goat cheese are a California dream come true.
Author: Martha Stewart
The irresistible flavors of fig and blue cheese combine in this simple to make hors d'oeuvre. Also try:Feta Cheese Bites, Goat Cheese Bites
Author: Martha Stewart
The blue cheese in place of the expected mozzarella gives this pizza a surprising and sophisticated taste. It's excellent as an entree or appetizer-it can be prepared in a round pizza pan as well. -Beverly...
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Ever since I found this recipe in a magazine years ago, these seafood-stuffed morsels have been making my family and friends merry every Christmas.
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