"Whether you're hosting a party or just treating yourself, this creamy dip is great to snack on with raw vegetables or tortilla chips," assures field editor Gladys De Boer of Castleford, Idaho.
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Our Christmas is capped off with these stuffed "shrooms." You can use white mushrooms if portobellos are unavailable. -Debbie Johnston, Owatonna, Minnesota
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This is a great appetizer for game day. It is a quick and easy recipe that doesn't make a lot when you don't need a lot of food.-Shirley Murphy, Jacksonville, Illinois
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Dill and garlic go well with the tang of feta in this cheese ball...in fact, I think it tastes like a million bucks. It's super easy to do and since the recipe makes two, it's ideal for gatherings.-Kelly...
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Deviled eggs are classic American fare at spring and summer picnics, family reunions, and church suppers. This recipe calls for a topping of caviar. Find Imperial Dark Osetra Malossol caviar at Urbani...
Author: Martha Stewart
Chicken tenders grill quickly-almost too quickly, resulting in dryness. But not with these skewers, which benefit from a buttermilk brine and a blanket of bacon. Serve them with a choice of two dipping...
Author: Greg Lofts
Before the Thanksgiving feast, welcome guests and whet appetites with a relish tray -- including these Pickled Carrots, Garden Veggie Dip, Herb-Marinated Olives, and Smoky Almonds -- and a couple of classic...
Author: Martha Stewart
The irresistible flavors of fig and blue cheese combine in this simple to make hors d'oeuvre. Also try:Feta Cheese Bites, Goat Cheese Bites
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For a book club event, I created pastrami roll-ups with cream cheese and a pickle. Those tasty bites quickly pulled a disappearing act. -Merritt Heinrich, Oswego, Illinois
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To make this easy appetizer, I halve a loaf of Italian bread, then top it with a blend of fresh basil, oregano, garlic and red peppers, tomatoes and cheeses. It's hard to eat just one slice! -Josephine...
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Serve this Italian dipping sauce warm with raw vegetables; to keep it warm, place it in a fondue pot or a ramekin crock set over a votive candle.
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With pretty bits of pineapple, these meatballs are sure to attract attention-and the sweet-tart sauce brings people back for seconds. -Carol Wakley, North East, Pennsylvania
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Spoon this flavorful topping over Simple Crostini or toast from a country-style loaf. Each recipe makes enough for 16 small or 8 large crostini.
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Skewering the onion slices through all the layers ensures ease of grilling and keeps pieces of onion from falling through the grill.
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Here's what you need: broccoli, water, shredded cheddar cheese, egg, all-purpose flour, garlic, salt, pepper, vegetable oil
Author: Katie Aubin
This rich, cheesy dip comes together so quickly, you can make it just before guests arrive. I often serve it with rye bread wedges. -Mary Jo Hagey, Gladwin, Michigan
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"These fun finger foods in tortilla chip scoops are just the thing for cold-weather get-togethers," says Lisa Feld, a field editor from Grafton, Wisconsin.
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Look for very small butternut squashes, or small to medium acorn squashes. If you find the hollow in a butternut isn't large enough, scoop a bit of the cooked flesh out before adding the egg.
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"My family goes wild over this mild-tasting, hearty cheese spread," comments Cara Flora of Olathe, Colorado.
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Here's a great dip that cooks in the microwave in a matter of minutes. It's perfect to serve to unexpected company.-Grace Reno, Wrightwood, California
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Do you like lasagna but not how much time it takes to prepare? I use mixes for spaghetti sauce and dinner rolls to whip up this pizza in no time. It was a family favorite when I was growing up. -Angie...
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These easy cranberry brie bites are especially popular during the holiday season. Make them as Christmas appetizer, New Year's Eve snack, or for any party.
Looking for an alternative to heavy holiday fare? A platter of these light and fresh shrimp bites really stands out in an appetizer spread. -Lee Bremson, Kansas City, Missouri
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"We live on Kodiak Island off the coast of Alaska, and salmon is one of our favorite foods," writes Becky Applebee of Chiniak, Alaska. "This elegant dish was the star attraction at the open house we hosted...
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Guests at virtually any party will be positively captivated by these fragrant and delicious nuts. Make sure to use the freshest garlic, shallots, and nuts in this recipe.
Author: Martha Stewart
These crisp-tender patties are a nice alternative to crab cakes and taste very similar, thanks to the seafood seasoning. They always get gobbled up! -Kelly Maxwell, Plainfield, Illinois
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Whip up this savory spread, season with salt and pepper, and use on your favorite sandwich or morning bagel.
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Here's what you need: top round steak, salt, pepper, eggs, breadcrumb, oil, baguette, refried black bean, mozzarella cheese, avocado, butter, garlic, fresh parsley, grated parmesan cheese
Author: Alvin Zhou
Fresh anchovies and sardines are widely available throughout southern Europe and make a quick, inexpensive appetizer or lunch. In the United States, they can be bought filleted or simply cleaned and left...
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These spirals are simple to make but look special on a buffet. Our guests eagerly help themselves, and sometimes the eye-catching pinwheels never even make it to their plates! -Gail Sykora, Menomonee Falls,...
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This is an elegant and different appetizer. Fresh figs are stuffed with goat cheese, covered in pecans, wrapped in bacon, then broiled to perfection.
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Souvlaki is usually served with tzatziki, a yogurt sauce with cucumbers. This version has more cucumber than yogurt, for a dish with crunch and freshness but few calories.
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I've been making this recipe for years-everyone flips over the wonderful flavors. When cooled, this cheesy appetizer is also fantastic as a cracker spread. -Cleo Gonske, Redding, California
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This Sriracha Brussels sprouts recipe constantly surprises you-it's crispy, easy to eat and totally sharable, yet it's a vegetable! The recipe is also gluten-free, dairy-free and paleo, and it can be vegan...
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This mouthwatering recipe for grilled cheese with pulled short ribs and pickled red onions comes courtesy of chef Govind Armstrong's cookbook, "Small Bites, Big Nights."
Author: Martha Stewart
Because I feed three hungry people in my family (my husband, a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and our two boys), I love satisfying snacks that are easy to make. We all appreciate this cool,...
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Instead of regular garlic bread, my family requests this spread. The flavor is best when I use parsley and basil fresh from the garden. -Jennie Wilburn, Long Creek, Oregon
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Here's what you need: frozen tater tot, rotisserie chicken, salt, pepper, buffalo sauce, green onions, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, cornstarch, evaporated milk, buffalo sauce, smoked bacon, blue cheese...
Author: Kiano Moju
Luscious caramel apples aren't forbidden fruit when you fix them the way Tami Escher of Dumont, Minnesota does. Folks will never know they're eating lighter when they dip apple slices into this warm, yummy...
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These stuffed mushrooms are can't-stop-eating-them good. For variations, I sometimes substitute venison or crabmeat for the pork sausage in the stuffing. -Sheryl Siemonsma, Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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Use yellow or red bell peppers instead of orange if you wish to vary the color.
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Move over, spinach-artichoke dip-bacon adds much more flavor. You might want to double the recipe because there are never any leftovers. -Heidi Jobe, Carrollton, Georgia
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Our big family loves to celebrate with food. Here's my take on a cheesy Greek spread known as Kopanisti. We serve it with pita crisps or crackers. -Michael Hall, Goodland, Indiana
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This elegant smoked salmon dip is delicious on crackers -- or serve it on a brunch buffet with bagels.
Author: Jennifer Segal
While the real bird is roasting, you can present your guests with this tasty Thanksgiving turkey. It also makes for a fun centerpiece. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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This "butter" is cooked slowly until it is concentrated and deep red. It makes a wonderful breakfast, served with toast.
Author: Martha Stewart
This healthy and refreshing smoothie is made with only four ingredients-apple juice, low-fat yogurt, strawberries, and mango chunks. You can use fresh or frozen fruit in this smoothie and substitute orange...
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I love to bring these pastries with me to potlucks to serve as an appetizer. Everyone is so delighted with them, I get several requests for the recipe.-Anita Moffett, Rewey, Wisconsin
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I decided to tweak the onion soup dip you see at every gathering, and everyone seems to be glad I did. Serve with crisp, raw vegetables or potato chips, and you're set. -Vicki Desy, Tucson, Arizona
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