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Roasted Sweet Potato Fries

The cumin gives an extra kick to these baked sweet-potato wedges.

Author: Martha Stewart

Bruschetta with Roasted Peppers and Herbed Ricotta

Mild cheese allows the sweettang of roasted peppers tostand out.

Author: Martha Stewart

Spicy Chicken Empanadas

Our little turnovers get their heat from both chipotle and poblano chiles and make a spicy Mexican appetizer.

Author: Martha Stewart

Beef Empanadas

Empanadas are a popular street food and fun to re-create in your own kitchen. These empanadas have a hearty beef and vegetable filling encased in tender cream cheese pastry crust. Traditionally empanadas...

Author: Martha Stewart

Parmesan Puff Pastry Straws

Simple, yet elegant, these crisp yet airy straws can be made days ahead of time, making this an ideal party snack.

Author: Martha Stewart

Radish Tea Sandwiches

The humble radish has its day blended with cream cheese on pumpernickel bread.

Author: Martha Stewart

Wild Mushroom Crostini

Sauteed wild mushrooms are delicious served with grilled bread brushed with olive oil. White button mushrooms can be substituted for the wild mushrooms.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cheddar Cheese Straws

Dry mustard, ground pepper, and cayenne give these crackers some kick. For variation, try Gruyere cheese in place of cheddar.

Author: Martha Stewart

Fried Mashed Potato Croquettes

Crisp on the outside, creamy on the inside, these Fried Mashed Potato Croquettes make tasty hors d'oeuvres.

Author: Martha Stewart

Baked Sweet Potato Chips

Baking these reduces both fat and grease content of the chips.

Author: Martha Stewart

Shrimp Empanadas

Flaky empanadas enfold spiced shrimp in this eastern Brazilian recipe.

Author: Martha Stewart

Spicy Sweet Chicken Wings

These spicy chicken wings have a citrus flavor that's slightly sweet with some heat.

Author: Martha Stewart

Chicken Souvlaki

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.

Author: Martha Stewart

Grilled Shrimp and Chorizo on Skewers

Cutting chorizo on the bias ensures even cooking and a flavorful, charred bite. Pair it with shrimp for a summer recipe on skewers, which instantly becomes the perfect for outdoor dinner.

Author: Martha Stewart

Grilled Mixed Peppers and Onions

Skewering the onion slices through all the layers ensures ease of grilling and keeps pieces of onion from falling through the grill.

Author: Martha Stewart

Grilled Buttermilk Chicken Tenders with Dipping Sauces

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

Crab Salad Canapes

Use yellow or red bell peppers instead of orange if you wish to vary the color.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pear, Walnut, and Ricotta Crostini

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.

Author: Martha Stewart

Caramelized Mustard Marmalade Wings

A hot oven and a citrusy-sweet mustard sauce are all you need for these fryer-free-but just as delicious-baked chicken wings.

Author: Shira Bocar

Easy Crostini

This recipe adapted from "Martha Stewart Holiday Party Foods."

Author: Martha Stewart

Sriracha Glazed Chicken

Make this recipe with chicken wings for a crowd-pleasing game-day appetizer; make it with drumsticks for a simple weeknight dinner.

Author: Martha Stewart

Tomato Crostini

These simple canapes are designed for tomatoes at the peak of their season; select the ripest ones you can find. A combination of red, yellow, and orange tomatoes makes for a colorful presentation.

Author: Martha Stewart

Roasted Parsnips with Rosemary

Rosemary enhances the flavor of these little oven-baked parsnip fries.

Author: Martha Stewart

Olive Oil Garlic Crostini

This healthy, no-fuss dish is ready in just a few minutes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Zucchini Fritters with Yogurt Dill Sauce

This delicious-and kid-friendly-Zucchini Fritters recipe is from Jim Botsacos of New York City's Molyvos restaurant.

Author: Martha Stewart

Cucumber and Prosciutto Tea Sandwiches

These dainty tea sandwiches are spread with chive butter and layered with prosciutto and cucumber slices. They make a nice match with our Spiked Berry Half-and-Half.

Author: Martha Stewart

Spicy Sweet Chicken Wings

This great recipe for spicy-sweet chicken wings is courtesy of Suvir Saran and can be found in "American Masala." They make for a delicious appetizer.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sticky Chicken Wings

These wings make for an addictive snack at a casual party and are just as good when served for dinner with cooked rice and steamed broccoli.

Author: Martha Stewart

White Bean and Caper Crostini

For an extra layer of flavor, use a garlic- or herb-infused oil.

Author: Martha Stewart

Saffron Yogurt Chicken Kebabs

A easy, rich Greek yogurt-based marinade is the key to these juicy flame-kissed chicken skewers that you can grill for a quick dinner.

Author: Martha Stewart

Curried Chicken Turnovers

These samosa-inspired puff-pastry triangles are filled with spiced chicken and peas. Their savory taste is not the only wonderful thing about them. Unbaked, they can be frozen for up to one month, so you...

Author: Martha Stewart

Tomato Avocado Toasts

Entertaining can be easy -- and good for you. These bites with lycopene-rich tomatoes and heart-healthy avocados are a virtuous and delectable cocktail party offering.

Author: Martha Stewart

Emeril's Beef and Vegetable Kebabs

"These colorful kebabs aren't your average kid's meal -- they're a great way to get veggies on the plate in a fun and creative way. Grill 'em up in about 10 minutes, then serve with a spinach salad, couscous,...

Author: Martha Stewart

Samosas with Potatoes and Peas

Our homage to the savory Indian pastries calls for a cumin-studded dough and a hearty potato-and-pea filling. Serve fresh out of the fryer with a duo of homemade chutneys.

Author: Martha Stewart

Grilled Pepper Bruschetta

A quick turn on the grill brings out the natural sweetness of bell peppers. Here, they're tossed with cherry tomatoes, capers, red-wine vinegar, olive oil to top crostini.

Author: Martha Stewart

Ricotta with Lemon, Basil, and Honey Bruschetta

A delicate honey -- like acacia or fireweed -- won't overpower the basil or ricotta, but even an everyday honey varietal such as wildflower or clover help give this bruschetta its sweetness.

Author: Martha Stewart

Vegan Cucumber Tea Sandwiches

Vegan cream cheese is amped up with three different fresh herbs -- chives, parsley, and tarragon -- then teamed with delicate cucumber rounds for the filling of these elegant finger sandwiches.

Author: Martha Stewart

Grilled Tuna Skewers

Fresh herbs and lime juice brighten these skewers of silken tuna.

Author: Martha Stewart

Lamb Kebabs with Yogurt Cilantro Sauce

Finely ground lamb is pressed flat onto skewers, grilled, and served with a tangy, herb-packed yogurt sauce in Martha's version of the Saudi Arabian dish mabshur.

Author: Martha Stewart

Salmon and Mashed Potato Croquettes

Crispy and golden-brown, these croquettes are the perfect snack to serve at your next holiday soirée. Tender and fluffy cooked potatoes are combined with your choice of tinned or smoked salmon and formed...

Author: Greg Lofts

Artichoke Dill Crostini

This creamy, briny, crunchy bite is perfect for cocktail hour.

Author: Martha Stewart

Toast Skagen

This starter, named for a fishing port in northern Denmark, was created by Swedish restaurateur Tore Wretman in 1958. Its appeal remains fresh and modern. If there is an Ikea near you, swing by to pick...

Author: Martha Stewart

Barbecued Pork and Apple Kebabs

The quick barbecue sauce turns into a sweet tomato glaze as it cooks on the grill.

Author: Martha Stewart

Greek Shrimp Skewers with Chopped Zucchini Salad

Nothing says summer like a grilled weeknight dinner and this Greek-inspired meal comes together fast. Serve the shrimp kewers with this quick salad of grilled chopped zucchini, onion, and feta over couscous....

Author: Martha Stewart

Dinner Home Fries

Serve these flavorful potatoes alongside roast chicken or grilled steak.

Author: Martha Stewart

Smoked Salmon Tea Sandwiches

Assemble smoked-salmon tea sandwiches with herb butter on grain bread a day in advance, and cut before guests arrive.

Author: Martha Stewart

Warm Goat Cheese Toasts

Chevre toasts with pesto make for a delightful accompaniment to any salad.

Author: Martha Stewart

Mushroom Turnovers with Sour Cream

Our flaky stuffed pastries are a vegetarian main that's easy and elegant -- just add a salad for a complete meal.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pacific Pork Kebabs with Pineapple Rice

Tropical Hawaii inspired our grilled pineapple-glazed pork and bell-pepper skewers.

Author: Martha Stewart

Sweet Onion Sandwiches

For this sumptuous sandwich, layer sweet onions with smoked Gouda cheese and arugula on a rustic roll.

Author: Martha Stewart