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One of my favorite dishes in childhood was my mom's pineapple and green pepper cheese ball. Now I make it,...

You’ll need only a few items for this unique cheese ball sent in by Melissa Friend of Oakland, Maryland. Coconut...

This is such a wonderful appetizer! Your guests will be impressed. A golden exterior gives way to warm, melty cheese,...

We live on the beach and love to eat seafood. A stay-at-home mom, I also love to experiment in the...

“Easy to make and easy to spread, this spicy cheese ball was my favorite appetizer that Mom made while I...

My mom and I would always make this together because its fast and easy! Using flaky phyllo dough is a...

Fit for a dairy farmer's birthday, this hearty appetizer was perfect for our theme dinner. The spread is "beefed up"...

My aunt used to bring this dish to family gatherings. It brings back childhood memories for me. Today, it's my...

Warm and cheesy, this spread is absolutely scrumptious served on toasted pita wedges. Its colorful appearance makes a stunning addition...

Chili and garlic powder shine in this cheesy loaf that’s best right out of the oven. It’s always a favorite...

A neighbor who’s a wonderful cook gave me the recipe for this zippy cracker spread. It’s easy to shape into...

This rich, stylish baked brie in puff pastry adds an elegant touch to any get-together.

When it’s time for a party, everyone always requests this ultimate cheese ball—it’s such an impressive appetizer. And if you’re...

This smooth and creamy cheese spread is chock-full of red pepper, green chiles and crunchy pecans. It’s always a hit,...

This version of a traditional Benedictine spread comes from our Test Kitchen. Serve it as an appetizer dip or sandwich...

I get tons of recipe requests whenever I bring this zippy spread to a party. Use convenient store-bought pesto or...

Our party guests flock to this holiday gem of an appetizer - cherry-studded cream cheese served with graham or water...

You can slather this smoky bacon jam on pretty much anything. It lasts only a week in the fridge, so...

Sesame seeds create an attractive coating on this easy cracker spread. Be sure to watch when you’re toasting them; they...

This appetizer is delicious, easy and pretty, too! Everyone who tries it asks for the recipe. The spread keeps for...

This bread bowl dip was a big hit at my mom's 50th birthday party! —Darelyn Payes, Hayward, California

Typically called a Jezebel Sauce, this sweet, fruity topping has an underlying bite from horseradish. The sauce, from Rita Reifenstein...

I can't tell you how many times I'm asked to bring this easy dip to holidays, birthday parties or girls'...

We eat a lot of peanut butter, so I decided to make my own. My homemade version is easier on...

This is one of our entertaining mainstays. It complements most meals and is so easy to prepare and dress up...