These starters look complex, but they're easy to make and still very elegant. -Lynda McCulloch, San Antonio, Texas
Author: Taste of Home
These meatballs in a sweet, tangy sauce can be made a day in advance and reheated. We usually serve them at birthday parties. - Irma Schnuelle, Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
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Every Christmas, I make these cheese balls for an annual get-together. They aren't only for the holidays, however. You'll find they freeze well and last for a week in the refrigerator. I have even re-formed...
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These appetizers are easy to assemble, appealing and colorful, with a touch of paprika on top. They bake up crispy and, served warm, are always a hit at a party.
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A flavorful filling peeks out from the swirled slices of pork. This make-ahead appetizer is enhanced with garlic mayonnaise. More Make Ahead Appetizers »
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Greek olives have a fruity flavor that comes into play when you mix them with lemon and fresh herbs. Spoon over goat cheese and slather on crackers. -Jeanne Ambrose, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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In this method adapted from Giuilano Bugialli's "Classic Techniques of Italian Cooking," dry pasta such as penne or rigatoni bakes with fresh or canned tomatoes. The result: Deeply flavorful, tender, authentic...
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: sweet potatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, skinless chicken breast, black beans, jalapeño pepper, low-fat cheese, avocado, pico de gallo, green onion
Author: Crystal Hatch
When a colleague brought this cheesy dip to school for a teachers potluck, I immediately gave it an A+. I had to have the recipe for this irresistibly creamy recipe to make for my family! -Ardyce Piehl,...
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Save the claws the next time you have a crab boil at your house or purchase them already peeled from a local market. Make this one pot recipe ahead of time and pull it out of the fridge just in time for...
Author: Martha Stewart
Sea scallops are dredged in flour, seasoned with a spicy blend of cayenne pepper, cumin, coriander, salt, and cardamom, then seared and served with shredded romaine on rounds of daikon.
Author: Martha Stewart
With jalapeno, orange and avocado, every bite of this enticing entree is spicy, tangy and fresh. The sauce beautifully glazes the shrimp. -Don Thompson, Houston, Ohio
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Seafood lovers are sure to enjoy these golden brown toasts filled with a creamy crab sauce. Using a muffin pan makes it easy to shape the rolled-out bread into little cups. -Valerie Schroder, Cobourg,...
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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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This quick take on the Provencal pizza-like tart known as pissadaliere is topped by sauteed onions, slivered Nicoise olives, fresh thyme, and anchovies. Puff pastry makes a fast and easy alternative to...
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I hope you'll agree that blue cheese and a hint of hot pepper in the filling put these flavorful deviled eggs a step above the ordinary. They're always well received at a gathering. -Nina Hall Citrus Heights,...
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I just baked these mini pizzas and the kids are already demanding more. The no-cook pizza sauce and refrigerated dough make this meal a snap. -Melissa Haines, Valparaiso, Indiana
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After one taste of this delightful dip, your fruit tray won't seem complete without it. My family enjoys this recipe just as much as when I prepared it with full-fat ingredients. -Judith Reed of Kingsford,...
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"I collect recipes that use crescent rolls, like this one," relates Judy Lohse of Belvidere, Illinois. "The filling in this strudel changes depending on what's in my vegetable drawer."
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I created these pinwheels for a football game snack using ingredients I had on hand. They were a huge hit, and I love how quick and easy they are to prepare. -Melanie Foster, Blaine, Minnesota
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A cool, creamy raspberry dip enhances the naturally sweet flavor of fruit.
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To make these super-tasty and summer-y fritters, juicy shrimp are poached in lemon water and then coated in a batter made with rice flour before being deep fried to golden brown perfection. The rice flour...
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve this fresh-tasting spread with wedges of our Herb-Scented Flatbread.
Author: Martha Stewart
Also known as Devils on Horseback, these sinful bacon-wrapped bites are perfect for a Halloween party hors d'oeuvre. With just two ingredients and about five minutes of prep work, they couldn't be easier...
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I can't go anywhere without taking along my puffs. They're pretty enough for a wedding reception yet hearty enough to snack on while the gang is watching football on television. A platter of these will...
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Welcome cocktail-party guests with this fuss-free appetizer that puts deli and freezer staples to work for you.
Author: Martha Stewart
Perhaps the most famous quiche, Lorraine is named for its region of origin in France. The classic recipe contains no cheese, only eggs, cream, and thick chunks of slab bacon, perfect for a family-friendly...
Author: Martha Stewart
I serve this dip in a clean plastic pumpkin at all of our fall church gatherings. It's a nice way to dress up packaged gingersnaps. -Tessie Hughes, Marion, Virginia
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Here's how to make French onion dip, adding to your favorite dip recipes because it's so simple and delicious! Serve it for a game day snack or party appetizer.
I take these hearty appetizers to every party we attend and always bring home an empty tray. I also keep a supply in the freezer for a speedy snack that gets rave reviews. -even from children. -Vicki Wolf,...
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"I'm a stay-at-home mother with two boys and I enjoy cooking-especially appetizers," shares Tracy Schuhmacher from Penfield, New York. "It must run in the family because my mom served appetizers and desserts...
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A creamy filling featuring smoked salmon and fresh chives is tucked inside golden, tender crepes. A splash of brandy adds impeccable flavor. Folded into quarters and cut in half, the cute nibbles are never...
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Serve my fiery hot wings on game day or any time friends and family gather. If you don't like a ton of sweetness, add the honey slowly and taste as you go. -Logan Holser, Clarkston, Michigan
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A few years ago, I came across this clams casino recipe in the back of my files when I was looking for a special appetizer. Everyone raved about it. Now it's often-requested dish. -Paula Sullivan, Barker,...
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Shrimp toast is a retro Chinese takeout classic. A flavorful mixture of ground shrimp spread onto bread and pan-fried until crispy--the perfect appetizer! This shrimp toast recipe makes 16 toasts--simply...
Author: Sarah
Guests will go crazy when you serve this cheesy nacho casserole with tender chunks of slow-cooked pork. The recipe makes two heaping pans, and you don't need to worry about filling the chip bowl-the tortilla...
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Here's what you need: strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, watermelon, lime juice, maple syrup
Author: Merle O'Neal
Here's what you need: frozen tater tot, onion, garlic, ground beef, salt, pepper, worcestershire, grated cheddar cheese, cherry tomato, pickle, romaine lettuce, sesame seed
Author: Kathleen Melody
I appreciate this appetizer's ease of preparation, especially during the hectic holiday season. The recipe can easily be doubled for a crowd.
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"These light, golden puffs are super simple to make, and their flavor is oh-so-good," informs Wendy Chilton of Bookeland, Texas. "Their small size makes them easy to munch, and they're wonderful warm or...
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Diced chorizo contributes a spicy note to tortilla espanola, a classic Spanish egg dish with potatoes and onion often served warm as an appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
A friend shared this recipe. We lightened it up and came up with this tasty treat. It's a great start or a fun ending to a southwestern meal. -Krista Frank, Rhododendron, Oregon
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Crab cakes, shaped as cocktail-size rounds, include ginger, coconut milk, and cilantro.
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Chicken wings get special treatment from cranberry sauce, a little citrus and a touch of hot sauce in this no-fuss recipe. The wings are a tangy way to heat up a winter night. -Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode...
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Here's what you need: cream cheese, smoked salmon, fresh dill, garlic powder, black pepper, large cucumbers
Author: Kiano Moju
"These colorful vegetables and zippy dip taste so good it never occurs to my family that they're eating something nutritious and low in fat," remarks Melinda Sheridan of Pittsburg, Kansas.
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