I love shrimp. Love garlic. Love herbs. Cook 'em in butter and what could be better? -Dave Levin, Van Nuys, California
Author: Taste of Home
For an All-American cookout, be sure to put some chicken wings on the grill.
Author: Martha Stewart
Ranch dressing pairs up well with sturdy lettuces, not delicate ones, which droop under its heft. Ours also makes a refreshing dip for blanched vegetables such as these mixed beans.
Author: Martha Stewart
For an extra indulgent hors d'oeuvre, top this cheddar cheese shortbread with smoked salmon and caviar, and serve with glasses of champagne.
Author: Martha Stewart
This elegant-looking appetizer is quick and easy to make. It's perfect for dinner parties, cocktail parties and everything in between! -Amanda Dekrey, Fargo, North Dakota
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Here's what you need: avocados, small red onion, jalapeño, fresh cilantro, lime juice, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper
Author: Kiano Moju
Newburg is a traditional New England dish of shellfish in a rich butter sauce flavored with sherry.
Author: Martha Stewart
This one-time appetizer idea was changed so many times because of my family's suggestions that it eventually became a main course. I think the homemade sauce sets these meatballs apart. - Evette Nowicki,...
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Stuffed mushrooms are superstars in the hot appetizer category. I use baby portobello mushrooms and load them with creamy goat cheese and sweet red peppers. -Mike Bass, Alvin, Texas
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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
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When I throw a party for friends, I whip up this addictive layered three-cheese dip. Somehow, it's always gone within the first 20 minutes. -Jade Bennett, Kingwood, Texas
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Here's what you need: shrimp, flour, cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, egg, milk, cajun seasoning
Author: Hitomi Aihara
Feta cheese and spinach add Mediterranean flair to Sandy Rossier's mushroom caps. "They are delicious and filling," she pens from Brooksville, Florida. Try them for a simple entree, side dish or extravagant,...
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A modest portion of smoked salmon yields a luxurious spread when blended with sour cream and a touch of lemon juice.
Author: Martha Stewart
I have a huge fig tree that produces an abundance of figs. One year I tried drying some and developed this sweet and smoky recipe as a result. Now it's a regular at family gatherings. -Greg Fontenot, The...
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This is a must have accompaniment in my home. It goes well with Italian dishes to a simple salad dishes.-Stephanie Moon, Boise, Idaho.
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Served hot or cold, these little pizzas are wonderful. Their small size makes them ideal for an after-school snack or a kid-friendly party. Plus, they're so easy to make that little ones can help you in...
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These deviled eggs are nicely flavored with a tang of mustard and a spark of sweetness from pickle relish. We served them at the wedding reception of my daughter, Katherine Beth, and Patrick Althouse.
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Frozen mini phyllo tart shells are so convenient and easy to use. Just add a savory filling featuring sun-dried tomatoes and bacon, then pop them in the oven.-Patricia Quinn, Omaha, Nebraska
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Topped with crisp veggies, this fresh-tasting pizza makes a cool appetizer on a warm day. Leslie Hampel of Palmer, Texas shares the recipe.
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Bring the bistro home with this classic recipe for steak tartare. The key to serving a restaurant-quality appetizer at your kitchen table is two-fold: First, buy the best quality beef tenderloin you can...
Author: Riley Wofford
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
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Here's what you need: lentils, vegetable broth, salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, dried oregano, corn, black beans, tortilla chips, shredded mexican cheese blend, shredded lettuce, tomato,...
Author: Claire Nolan
Here's what you need: store-bought pizza dough, shredded mozzarella cheese, presliced pepperoni, marinara sauce, nonstick vegetable oil cooking spray
Author: Tasty
Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, vegetable oil, onion, garlic, bell peppers, lime, tortilla chips, pepper jack cheese, shredded...
Author: Robert Broadfoot
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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I found a simple spinach and artichoke spread in a cookbook and added my own touches-roasted red peppers, pesto, lemon zest and wine. You'll be surprised at how much your guests enjoy it. -Be Jones, Brunswick,...
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"Tangy marinated artichokes add flavor to both the crust and the topping of this delicious specialty pizza," says Pamela Brooks of South Berwick, Maine.
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This dish combines the best of the sweet, smoky, and savory flavors.
Author: Martha Stewart
This fresh-tasting combination is great with chips or grilled salmon, chicken or pork chops. But it's so good, sometimes I just eat it with a spoon! -Lindsay Anderson, Inman, Kansas
Author: Taste of Home
You can pretty much wrap anything in bacon, including pickles! These are perfect for game day or any time of year. Thick-cut bacon doesn't work as well for these, so use the thinner slices. Serve with...
Author: France C
Here's what you need: chicken wings, salt, pepper, BBQ sauce, root beer, BBQ sauce, brown sugar
Author: Tasty
Here's what you need: lukewarm water, sugar, active dry yeast, salt, olive oil, fresh rosemary, all-purpose flour
Author: Gwenaelle Le Cochennec
My sister Teresa got this recipe from a friend and she passed it along. It's loaded with cheese, artichokes and just the right amount of jalapenos for a crowd-pleasing flavor. -Mary Spencer, Greendale,...
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Spice up your plain dinner sides with this southern hot corn recipe. It cooks all in one pan for easy cooking and easier cleanup. You can also pair it with chips and eat It as a dip!
Author: Nichi Hoskins
With two young children, my husband and I live on a beautiful lake and host lots of summer picnics and cookouts. I adapted this recipe to suit our tastes. Folks who are expecting the same old deviled eggs...
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Baking the dip in the actual bread shell makes it a very attractive dish, and it's very easy to clean up. Every time I serve this, people can't believe how healthy and veggie-filled it is. -Ella Homel,...
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Puff pastry from the freezer section makes these tasty appetizers a snap to assemble. The golden-brown pinwheels get their fabulous flavor from prosciutto, Dijon mustard and Parmesan cheese.-Virginia Galloway,...
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A tea sandwich becomes breakfast or lunch-worthy thanks to hard-boiled eggs and bacon.
Author: Martha Stewart
This super-easy appetizer has pleased many guests at our house and is sure to be a hit at yours, too! The four-ingredient bits offer a light and refreshing taste any time of the year. -Cheryl Lama Royal...
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Sweet and delicious, figs make the perfect pairing for a thin slice of Prosciutto di Parma -- which, by the way, is nitrate-free and low in saturated fat. Get more healthy holiday recipes
Author: Martha Stewart
A quesadilla is a tortilla typically filled with beans and shredded cheese then folded before being toasted or fried. Our version features cheese and cooked vegetables. Sour cream, shredded lettuce, sliced...
Author: Martha Stewart
Mini phyllo shells from the freezer section hurry along these elegant cups. They look fancy and taste delicious but are a snap to put together for a special occasion.-Brenda Little, Boise, Idaho
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These small bites are well worth the time they take. Serve them as part of an antipasto platter or as a cheese course alongside your favorite wine. -Eleanor Grofvert, Kalamazoo, Michigan
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These creamy, quick bites are really yummy and couldn't be much easier to make. I prepare them ahead of time to take to a party, then bake them and serve with cocktail forks. -Sandi Vanthoff, Henderson,...
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This simple-to-make, hearty appetizer features goat cheese and wild mushrooms atop crisp baguette rounds.
Author: Martha Stewart
While visiting a friend who had just moved to St. Louis, Missouri, I tried these toasted ravioli at almost every restaurant! When I got home, I had to try to replicate them, and this recipe comes pretty...
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"I first made this zippy dip for my husband's birthday party," recalls Nikki Rosati of Franksville, Wisconsin. "So many people asked for the recipe that I photocopied it to pass out."
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