These are a holiday-season "must" in our family. The bacon-wrapped bites are served with a sweet barbecue sauce which is also good with little smoked sausages. -Janice Thomas, Milford, Nebraska
Author: Taste of Home
If you're looking to go the extra mile and make hamburger buns from scratch, try out this recipe! It's easy and the results are impressive. After the buns come out of the oven, we brush them with melted...
Author: Katie Aubin
This crispy shrimp is a healthier alternative to deep-fried varieties. Coating the shrimp with panko bread crumbs, spraying with cooking spray and then baking give this appetizer great taste without all...
Author: Taste of Home
If you're looking for a scrumptious way to get a party started, bring out a tray of these cheesy crab puffs. They bake up golden brown and taste wonderful right out of the oven. Try serving them with soup...
Author: Taste of Home
I first made this fresh, fruity salsa for a family baby shower. Everyone wanted the recipe. Now, someone makes this juicy snack for just about every family gathering-and I have to keep reminding everyone...
Author: Taste of Home
At your next family dinner, serve shrimp cocktail with not one but three easy, crowd-pleasing dipping sauces-mango-basil, remoulade, and tomato-horseradish.
Author: Martha Stewart
Folks always seem to flock to the snack table when the lineup includes this refried bean dip. When my brother-in-law brought this dip to our house for a get-together, everyone asked for the recipe. -Katrina...
Author: Taste of Home
My family loves crab salad and deviled eggs, so I tried combining the two. The crabmeat adds a lot of flavor. What a hit! -Kevon Shuler Chelsea, MI
Author: Taste of Home
"This dip recipe is one of my favorites," says Aleta Amick of Madison, Wisconsin. "It's so easy to make and always goes over well at the parties and large get-togethers I bring it to."
Author: Taste of Home
A friend gave me this zesty dip recipe many years ago, and now I serve it at our annual holiday open house. To make it mobile, spoon a serving of the dip in the bottom of a small cup, then garnish with...
Author: Taste of Home
A crispy coating made with cornflakes and pork sausage dresses up these Scotch eggs. They're fabulous hot out of the oven. Or enjoy them cold for a snack. -Dorothy Smith, El Dorado, Arkansas
Author: Taste of Home
A former co-worker shared this recipe with me. It's easy to make but so delicious-people keep coming back for more! The spread is also good served on crackers or fresh vegetables, and it can be served...
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: chicken wings, baking powder, salt, hot sauce, pepper
Author: Mercedes Sandoval
While this is a pizza almost everywhere else, in certain places on the German/French border, it goes by the totally dessert-sounding name of tarte flambée. Here we're using bacon, onions, and a creamy...
Author: Chef John
Some people like this cheesy dip so much that they can't tear themselves away from the appetizer table to eat their dinner. But can you blame them? With two kinds of cheese and sweet onions in the mix,...
Author: Taste of Home
Fresh crab is one of my all-time favorite foods so whenever I get the chance to cook with it I will often make this dish. It's great for appetizers but you can make larger ones for a fantastic dinner with...
Author: Taste of Home
My family loves this spread with cracker. But I've also put it to use as a sandwich filling with lettuce and tomato. -Roberta Wolff, Waltham, Massachusetts
Author: Taste of Home
Had a full day of sledding, shopping or decorating? Settle in for a family-pleasing meal of homemade pizza. With a prebaked crust and simple Alfredo sauce, it's easy and delicious. -Tammy Hanks, Gainsville,...
Author: Taste of Home
I've always loved egg rolls, but every recipe I saw seemed too complicated. So I decided to start with a packaged coleslaw mix. Now I can make these yummy treats at a moment's notice.-Samantha Dunn, Leesville,...
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The meat literally falls off the bones of these wings! Spice lovers will get a kick out of the big sprinkling of red pepper flakes. -Sue Bayless, Prior Lake, Minnesota
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These two-cheese (Gruyere and Parmesan) bites-originally from France-are a great appetizer to include on your dinner table for any occasion.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: lean ground beef, taco seasoning, diced tomato, diced green chilies, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, large flour tortillas
Author: Iris Tian
Ranch dressing mix flavors this easy dip packed with shredded cheese. It's perfect paired with pretzels. Be forewarned, though-it's hard to stop eating once you've started! The beer cheese dip can be made...
Author: Taste of Home
This chicken samosa recipe is best served with yogurt dipping sauce or chutney (like coriander and mint, tamarind or sweet mango). The dough and filling can be made ahead for quick assembly before guests...
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This simple summer side dish staple is easy to master with this recipe! Gold potatoes are tossed in a creamy-tangy mixture of mayo, pickle relish, and mustard, with diced red onion and hard-boiled eggs...
Author: Tikeyah Whittle
Made from a combination of beef and pork, these meatballs are a Scandinavian favorite that goes from appetizer to main in a flash (just add noodles). It's a tradition to serve them with sweet-tart lingonberry...
Author: Martha Stewart
I always get requests for the recipe for these canapes whenever I serve them. They're delicate finger sandwiches with a creamy herb spread and festive red and green garnishes. -Nadine Whittaker, South...
Author: Taste of Home
Pineapple lends a fruity tang to this fun and tasty appetizer. Instead of one large cheese ball, you could make two smaller ones...one to serve before a meal and one to take to a party. -Anne Halfhill,...
Author: Taste of Home
Beautifully juicy, tender, and crispy chicken fillets are perfect for sandwiches, or for serving alongside your favorite sides.
Author: Rebekah Rose Hills
This simple spread combines sweet and savory sun dried tomatoes, tangy goat cheese, and fresh herbs to make a truly magnificent spread. This flavorful spread is perfect with a glass of red wine.-Sarah...
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These smoky-sweet meatballs are a Pennsylvania Dutch specialty. I like setting them out when folks come to visit. -Janet Zeger, Middletown, Pennsylvania
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Here's what you need: phyllo dough, brie cheese, raspberry preserve, butter
Author: Tasty
These are crunchy little tarts with the ever-satisfying flavors of bacon and onion. They are a hit at parties and potlucks!
Author: Keiko
Here's what you need: chicken breasts, egg yolks, plain flour, shredded mozzarella cheese, spring onions, paprika, dried rosemary, garlic powder, salt, pepper, bread crumbs
Author: Tasty
I got this spicy recipe from a friend but altered the ingredient amounts to adjust the hotness of the sauce. Make sure everyone has extra napkins, these barbecue chicken wings are messy to eat but oh,...
Author: Taste of Home
These bite-sized meatballs are a favorite of mine. Feel free to swap in different cheese for the cheddar or to serve the balls with Dijon mustard instead of the barbecue and sweet-and-sour sauces.
Author: Taste of Home
I make these stuffed eggs once a month for a fellowship meal at church-and I've yet to bring one back home! Different from typical versions, these hard-cooked eggs get a subtle crunch from chopped veggies,...
Author: Taste of Home
I often serve these meatballs as an appetizer at parties or over steamed rice as a main entree for dinner.
Author: Taste of Home
Rich and creamy, this classic meatball sauce is a must in your recipe box. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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This was given to my mom by her best friend who is a southern girl at heart. It is a sweet and savory flavor that you never forget. Try it with a grilled cheese or on scrambled eggs...you can put it on...
Author: 3RDTIMESACHARM
Oysters take very little time to cook. Our pan-broiled hors d'oeuvre, which consists of oysters tossed with herbs and showered with olive oil and Parmesan, spends just minutes in the oven; serve with crusty...
Author: Martha Stewart
This dip is perfectly elegant for special occasions. Eight ounces imitation crab can be substituted for the canned crab.-Karen Buchholz, Sitka, Alaska
Author: Taste of Home
I got this chipped beef dip from a neighbor several years ago. Served with crackers, it makes a great snack. I also serve it with raw veggies as an appetizer or on crusty bread with a salad for a light...
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Now this restaurant favorite can be prepared at home. Be sure to make enough because they will quickly disappear. You can use the leftover potato pulp to make a batch of mashed potatoes.-Terry Hill, Hairy...
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This baked blooming onion recipe is brushed with melted butter and mustard, sprinkled with bread crumbs and seasonings. It's a lighter version of the classic, which is battered and deep-fried. It's an...
Author: Taste of Home
A simple spread like this with some crackers is often all you need when entertaining. Letting the spread refrigerate overnight blends the flavors beautifully. -Kathy Rairigh, Milford, Indiana
Author: Taste of Home
Scooped up on a chip or in a taco, peach salsa makes everything taste like summer. It's also great served with chicken or fish, and since it comes together in a food processor, it really takes almost no...
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These make yummy appetizers. Note: You can substitute 1 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce for the ketchup and brown sugar, if you would like.
Author: MARBALET
These handheld pies can go directly from the freezer to the oven to bake. From frozen, place on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake according to the recipe but for a few extra minutes.
Author: Martha Stewart