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,...
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Wild West Shrimp is my favorite appetizer. This copycat recipe is crunchy, crispy and seasoned to perfection.
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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
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Here's what you need: swiss cheese, gruyère cheese, cornstarch, garlic, white wine, lemon, salt, pepper, vegetable, bread cubes, cured meat, assorted fruit
Author: Claire Nolan
A few simple tricks -- soaking in warm water and vinegar, dusting lightly with cornstarch, and cooking in a very hot pan -- ensure that the potatoes stay crisp.
Author: Martha Stewart
This deliciously different salsa is versatile, fresh-tasting and colorful. People are surprised to see a salsa made with strawberries, but it's excellent over grilled chicken and pork and as a dip with...
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These terrific bite-size appetizers are always a hit wherever I take them. They're easy to make ahead of time, and are a great addition to other party fare! -Lori Kostecki, Wausau, Wisconsin
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I've been told I'm not allowed to come to neighborhood parties unless I bring this dip! It's always a big hit. I usually serve it with strawberries and pineapple, but it's good with other fruit, such as...
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Pizza night couldn't get any easier than these loaded garlic bread slices. With a variety of toppings, there's something for everyone, or you can go all-in on your favorite combo.
Author: Chris Rosa
When I want a break from butters or jams, I like to whip up this simple spread. All of the variations are wonderful and taste great on toasted breads. -Rita Addicks, Weimar, Texas
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Wondering what to do with all her garden zucchini, Jennifer Magrey of Sterling, Connecticut came up with this versatile and colorful salsa: "I also serve it on crackers, burgers, chips, baked potatoes...
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This nut-topped cheese is elegant and impressive for holiday occasions. No one will guess that the recipe is actually a snap to prepare. -Mildred Aydt, Chanhassen, Minnesota
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Roasting the eggplant in its skin steams the flesh, turning it soft and silky-great for a dip to serve with pita wedges as an appetizer.
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Pretzels, chips and veggies all taste awesome with this creamy blend of salmon, cheese and herbs. Thanks to a food processor, it's always ready in a hurry. -Jill Campbell, Huntsville, Texas
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The creamy dipping sauce in this recipe is so easy to make. Its pleasant banana flavor, sweetened with honey, complement fresh fruit. -LaChelle Olivet, Pace, Florida
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My son taught me how to make hummus, which is a tasty and healthy alternative to calorie-filled dips. Fresh roasted red bell peppers make it special. -Nancy Watson-Pistole, Shawnee, KS
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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...
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My husband loves this recipe. It's a wonderful use for my garden tomatoes! -Jen Low, Buffalo, New York
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Kid-friendly and quick, these crunchy oven-baked chicken fries are coated with a mixture of crushed potato chips, panko bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip them in ranch dressing, barbecue sauce or honey-mustard...
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Creamy, chivy and tangy, this sandwich spread would also be delicious as a dip. Just 10 minutes to whip up, and it chills as you finish preparing the rest of the meal. -Cathy Tang, Redmond, Washington
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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...
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This is one of my all-time favorite appetizers. Fast and easy, the golden bites are always a huge hit. I make and freeze batches of them during asparagus season for dinner parties throughout the year....
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I tweaked this bacon-wrapped shrimp recipe to please my family, and boy were they glad! For less heat, skip the jalapenos. -Debbie Cheek, State Road, North Carolina
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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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Cheese curds or cubes dipped in flour and beer, then fried, need only a good supply of crinkly toothpicks to turn them into a vanishing act. -Katie Rose, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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Creamy and full of fresh flavor, this classic Greek cucumber dip is a great appetizer served with pita bread, crackers or vegetables. This dip is also a must-have accompaniment to marinated lamb chunks...
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Many of the Maryland Green School students work to improve the health of our local treasure, the Chesapeake Bay. Crab stars in this creamy dip that highlights the importance of their efforts. -Carol Brzezinski,...
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Are you looking for a speedy dip for tortilla chips? Try this cool crowd-pleaser from Judy Barry of West Milford, New Jersey. She jazzes up cream cheese with salsa, then tops it off with chopped veggies...
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From Kansas City Missouri, Pat Bremson relates, "This salsa is so good, I could just eat it with a spoon! It's wonderful over fish or chicken."
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Littleneck clams are simmered in a broth of garlic, shallots, saffron, and white wine. The clams are served in the broth, which is also a dipping sauce for crusty bread.
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If you like olives, you'll love this special cheese ball from LaVerne Vinzant of Catawba, Wisconsin. "I received the recipe from a friend many years ago and am always asked to make it," she writes. TIP:...
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A friend shared this recipe with me more than 25 years ago, and I still get raves when I serve them as part of an antipasto platter. -Jean Johnson, Reno, Nevada
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Here's what you need: butter, can of biscuit dough, marinara sauce, sliced pepperoni, ball of mozzarella cheese, butter, garlic, salt, pepper, italian seasoning, shredded parmesan cheese
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Here's what you need: oil, onion, ginger, garlic, mushroom, bell pepper, cabbage, carrot, salt, pepper, fresh cilantro, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, cooking sherry, sugar, wonton wrapper, oil, water,...
Author: Claire Nolan
This simple meatball recipe relies on time-saving ingredients like frozen meatballs and barbecue sauce. It's the perfect last-minute appetizer! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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If you need a hearty appetizer, look no further than this savory stuffed bread. No dipping sauce is required for these cheesy slices.
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Here's what you need: salmon, honey, sesame seed, soy sauce, lemon, ginger, red chili, garlic, sea salt, sesame seed, spring onion, red chili
Author: Ellie Holland
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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I cannot throw a party without making this recipe. It's fast and easy, and my kids love it. -Courtney Wilson, Fresno, California
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This recipe comes from a friend, who loves to cook...just like me! The spread is always well received at parties when served alongside wedges of onion bagels. -Pam Reul, Owatonna, Minnesota
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Also known as baigan chokah, this dish is often eaten with simple whole-grain flatbreads, such as chapatis, or rice. It can also be served as part of a meal in small, individual bowls. This recipe is courtesy...
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For New Year's, I used to make beef and cheddar pigs in a blanket, but now I like apple and Gouda for an even better flavor celebration. -Megan Weiss, Menomonie, Wisconsin
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These tangy cheese balls are guaranteed to spread cheer at your next gathering. The ingredients create a colorful presentation and a savory combination of flavors. -Shirley Hoerman, Nekoosa, Wisconsin
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"My mom creates her own recipes for wonderful Asian-inspired menus, so I came up with these pork sausage meatballs and dipping sauce to complement her meals." -Amanda Kotlan, Spokane, Washington
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Spread this vegan cashew cheese on crackers, layer it on a toasted bagel or serve it with fresh vegetables. It also makes a delicious, out-of-the-ordinary sandwich spread! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen,...
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