An ideal appetizer or light lunch, this flavorful dish requires little preparation and cooking time. Although the recipe calls for shiitake and button mushrooms, you substitute portobello or porcini varieties;...
Author: Martha Stewart
For zesty appetizers that win big every time, we glaze chicken wings with barbecue sauce, a little heat and a good team of spices. Whether you're tailgating on the frozen tundra or watching the game from...
Author: Taste of Home
Indulge in just one of these bacon wrapped tater tots and you'll taste why they're a hit with kids of all ages. They'll go fast, so you may want double the recipe! -Joni Hilton, Rocklin, California
Author: Taste of Home
Plum tomatoes have less juice and more pulp than many varieties, making them ideal for this recipe. Grilled bread, topped with fresh tomatoes tossed in vinaigrette, and fresh basil tastes like summer.
Author: Martha Stewart
My husband's a construction worker and this is a great treat to put in his lunch with whatever fresh fruit he wants. It keeps all week in the fridge. Fun, tasty, lemony! -Megan Wilkinson, Morgan, Utah
Author: Taste of Home
I wanted to make a version of these with ingredients most people have on hand. We make a meal out of these skins, but they're also great for parties as appetizers. -Phyllis Douglas, Fairview, Michigan
Author: Taste of Home
James Beard wrote of these beloved bites, "nothing disappears as quickly." Here, mashed yolks are mixed with herbs, grainy mustard, and vinegar, then piped into the whites.
Author: Martha Stewart
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
Author: Taste of Home
For fun flavor, try this mini corn dog snack made with cornmeal dough. Serve a tangy dipping sauce. -Geralyn Harrington, Floral Park, New York
Author: Taste of Home
Since this flavorful dip calls for chopped shrimp, choosing a bag of smaller-size frozen shrimp is cost-effective.
Author: Martha Stewart
Whenever I put out a plate of these cute little appetizers, people come flocking. Good thing there are lots of peppers in each bag. -Tara Cruz, Kersey, Colorado
Author: Taste of Home
Using sprouts in these flavorful sandwiches will add color and crunch.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: chicken wings, salt, pepper, potato starch, frying oil, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, sake, garlic, toasted white sesame seed
Author: Rie McClenny
Quick, easy and fresh with big, bold and bright flavors, this healthy dish is a snap to make and beautiful to serve. You can make it up to 8 hours in advance, which is convenient for entertaining. -Jamie...
Author: Taste of Home
Throw away that recipe that calls for frozen meatballs and grape jelly - these homemade cocktail meatballs are so much better.
Author: Jennifer Segal
This appetizer takes everything you love about wings and rolls it into delicious, easy-to-eat hand pies. Roll out store-bought pie dough, stuff with spicy buffalo chicken, and bake until perfectly melty...
Author: Betsy Carter
This light, flavorful dip brings protein and perks up fresh sliced veggies in a hurry. -Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota
Author: Taste of Home
I combined two favorite recipes and trimmed them down to create this yummy fondue-type dip. It's great for receptions, parties and get-togethers. It was a hit with the guys at our house last Christmas!...
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??Give all those leftover Easter eggs a flavor upgrade. Grilling these smoked deviled eggs gives them a distinctive taste that will have everyone talking. -Catherine Woods, Lexington, Missouri
Author: Taste of Home
Because blue crabs are so plentiful in Maryland, we're always looking for new ways to enjoy them. This recipe is easy, elegant and delicious!
Author: Taste of Home
Here's an appetizer that will heat up any gathering. Family and friends often request that I make these jalapenos. -DeLea Lonadier, Montgomery, Louisiana
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This meaty mushroom creates a perfect marriage with creamy goat cheese. For a savory variation, try feta or herbed cream cheese. Mike Bass, Alvin, Texas
Author: Taste of Home
In El Dorado, Arkansas, Dorothy Smith bakes a large batch of moist meatballs that are tender and flavorful. Serve some for dinner and freeze the extras for the two tasty recipes that follow.
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Here's what you need: ground beef, onion, scallion, soy sauce, garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, white pepper, egg wash, gyoza wrapper, sriracha sauce, scallion
Author: Tasty
I find myself making this recipe again and again. It's a hit at parties and potlucks. -Mary Beth Harris-Murphree, Tyler, Texas
Author: Taste of Home
Sweet, caramelized onions and hearty roast beef are a perfect pairing in these delectable tea sandwiches.
Author: Martha Stewart
A flavorful combination of herbs makes this cheese-topped loaf a welcome addition to most any menu. In fact, we couldn't believe how light the buttery slices were when compared to frozen breads found in...
Author: Taste of Home
The canned sardines are coated in cornmeal and fried up in minutes for a delicious appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
Potato nests are simple to make and surprisingly handy for pulled pork, cheese, sour cream and other toppings. Make, bake and collect the compliments. -Melissa Sperka, Greensboro, North Carolina
Author: Taste of Home
My husband and I do lots of entertaining and always start off with appetizers like these tempting morsels.-Midge Scurlock, Creston, Iowa
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Author: Martha Stewart
These easy little pizza snacks are so versatile...you can include any toppings you want. The hardest part is making enough to go around!- Cathy Sudbeck, Hartington, Nebraska
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Author: Martha Stewart
Scrambled eggs spooned back into their shells and dotted with caviar are colorful, unusual, and delicious. Serve them as a first course or with brunch.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: melted butter, bread, cheddar cheese, ham, shredded monterey jack cheese, bacon, boneless, skinless chicken breast, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, roast beef, onion, provolone...
Author: Matthew Johnson
A savory, sweet sauce with a touch of currant jelly glazes these yummy little sausages. They make a great appetizer, and both adults and kids seem to love these baby hot dogs. -Kathryn Bainbridge, PA Furnace,...
Author: Taste of Home
"I lost 30 pounds by using slimmed-down ingredients in my recipes, and I still get to enjoy goodies like this savory dip," relates field editor Angela Oelschlaeger, Tonganoxie, Kansas.
Author: Taste of Home
This St. Patrick's Day, tuck the makings of traditional beef-and-potato stew into flaky hand pies you can bake straight from the freezer.
Author: Martha Stewart
While tinkering and tuning up recipes for my spring menu, I came up with a snazzy little appetizer that's perfect for Cinco de Mayo. It features two favorites: shrimp and margaritas! -Nancy Buchanan, Costa...
Author: Taste of Home
What goes together better than beer and pretzels? Not much that I can think of. That's why I put them together into one recipe. I'm always looking for new ways to combine fun flavors. I love the way this...
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A family favorite, especially on New Year's Eve, this pumpernickel party appetizer with bacon and cheese topping is perfect for holiday parties, ball games or a quick snack.
Author: MIKEC5426
Bacon-wrapped dates are classic hors d'oeuvres. They get a new look-and taste-thanks to some dried apricots and pistachios.
Author: Martha Stewart
This delicious pupu platter will impress your guests at your next gathering.
Author: Martha Stewart
Set this cheese ball out at a party and it will disappear like magic before your eyes. I like to serve it with plain potato chips or real dill pickle-flavored potato chips instead of the artificially flavored...
Author: Soup Loving Nicole
Folks who enjoy the taste of barbecue will gobble up these tender chunks of chicken coated in crushed barbecue potato chips. They're a hit at home and at parties. -Celena Cantrell-Richardson, Eau Claire,...
Author: Taste of Home
These were a huge hit at a cookout I attended recently! You can use two tablespoons of chopped crystallized ginger in place of the fresh ginger if you like. -Pat Barnes, Panama City, Florida
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Game day calls for something bold. I top potato chips with tomatoes, bacon and tangy blue cheese. I make two big pans, and they always disappear. -Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
Since I usually have all the ingredients on hand for this recipe, this is a terrific go-to snack for entertaining friends and family. -Coleen Corner, Grove City, Pennsylvania
Author: Taste of Home
Everyone needs a surefire grab-and-go tailgate or picnic recipe. Wonton wrappers filled with chicken and spices make these bites fun on the run. -Heidi Jobe, Carrollton, Georgia
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