Appetizers

Four ingredients are all you need for these citrus-flavored stuffed dates. —Diana Debruyn, Cincinnati, Ohio

My friends and I used to make the traditional bacon-wrapped jalapenos at cookouts. I decided to sweeten them up a...

Salmon creates an elegant appetizer in this vibrant recipe from Melissa Carafa of Broomall, Pennsylvania. It’s simple to prepare and...

A yummy spinach dip is at the top of nearly everyone’s favorite party-food list. I make it extra special with...

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

These bright red festive bites are a show stopping finger food during the holiday season, at Easter and for the...

Instead of a big Christmas meal, our family enjoys nibbling on an all-day appetizer buffet. Each year we present tempting...

I've been collecting appetizer recipes for more than 20 years and have a host of tasty treats. These crescent roll...

It's not tricky to prepare this warm tempting dip. It's cheesy and satisfying with a bit of zip from the...

Garlic and a host of herbs pleasantly season this savory spread. It's a "must" on my holiday menu because I...

This is one of my favorite potluck recipes. I frequently am asked for the recipe.—Linda Harrington, Hudson, New Hampshire

A creamy fruit filling is tucked inside flaky phyllo dough in this special appetizer. One big batch never lasts long...

Since a friend shared this recipe with me several years ago, I've fixed it many times. The tangy meatballs also...

For a fancy, eye-catching appetizer, try these delightful stuffed figs wrapped with prosciutto. —Sarah Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire

Because I live in an area where there aren’t many Chinese restaurants, I developed this Asian-inspired starter. A combination of...

This is the perfect dip to serve to guest at your next get-together. It tastes delicious on either tortilla chips...

These pinwheels taste and look so good that everyone was surprised to learn they were pretty simple to make.—Veronica Worlund,...

Craving something sweet with a little bit of heat? Try these creamy, sweet, hot and savory treats. One bite, and...

If this large cheesecake is too large for your gathering, cut it into wedges. Enjoy one now and freeze the...

A delicious mix of sweet, spicy, tangy and crunchy. Pineapple is the surprise in these wraps you’ll want to fix...

Apricot and almonds make these flaky little bites a delicious ending to a meal or a special evening snack. Try...

Seafood lovers are sure to enjoy these golden brown toasts filled with a creamy crab sauce. Using a muffin pan...

A must for any appetizer menu, these mouthwatering meatballs require very little preparation, leaving you plenty of time to finish...

The perfect party food for passing, this stuffed wonton also lends itself well to crabmeat or mushroom fillings instead of...

At holiday time, I always have cream cheese and crabmeat on hand. In case of drop-ins, I just mix up...

Guests may raise their eyebrows when you tell them the ingredients in this special appetizer. But after one taste, they're...

A buttery bean puree showcasing the fresh flavors of garlic and thyme tops golden slices of French bread. The versatile...

Instead of giving your kids packaged fruit snacks, offer them homemade fruit leather! This nutritious treat will stay fresh in...

When it comes to this tangy fruit dip, I don’t mind my kids playing with their food. We like to...