Appetizers

This round-up of favorite appetizer recipes makes it easy to find the perfect hot, cold, or easy party pleaser. Get inspired!

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    Shrimp Egg Roll

    1 review

    These very flavorful egg rolls are a special treat and one of our favorite hot hors d'ouerves. They can be...


    Deviled Crab

    3 reviews

    Dip your spoon into this super rich deviled crab, and you might think you’re in heaven. Generous portions of crab...


    Shrimp Pot Stickers with Ginger-Lemon Sauce

    3 reviews

    Making homemade pot stickers is much easier than it sounds, and the little extra effort is well worth it. These...


    Buttermilk Dill Dip

    This light, flavorful dip brings protein and perks up fresh sliced veggies in a hurry. —Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota


    Goat Cheese & Onion Pastries

    1 review

    A flaky puff pastry crust holds sweet caramelized onions and creamy goat cheese for an easy yet upscale appetizer. The...


    Tomato-Basil Bruschetta Appetizer

    1 review

    “It’s easy to double this great recipe for a crowd. You can make the tomato topping ahead, or keep it...


    Bistro Beef Bites

    3 reviews

    Not only zippy and elegant, these mini sandwiches are as easy to make as they are to eat. —Mickey Strang,...


    Rustic Tuscan Pepper Bruschetta

    If you love sweet red, yellow and orange peppers, pair them with fresh mint for a cold kitchen appetizer. Marinate...

    Artichoke Dip Bites

    7 reviews

    Love artichoke dip? This recipe gives you the dip and dippers together in one appetizer. My friends can’t get enough...


    Mushroom Caponata

    This is a lovely appetizer when served with crostini, pita bread, bagel chips or crackers. I've also used it as...


    Veggie Sushi Rolls

    These sushi rolls are a great finger food, side or even main course. They're versatile and can be...


    Spicy Beef Satay

    The fragrant spices and full flavors of North African cuisine make these appetizers a popular party food.


    Parsnip Latkes with Lox and Horseradish Creme

    A horseradish-flavored creme fraiche brings zip to these crispy homemade latkes, which get a touch of sweetness from the parsnips....


    Shrimp Salad Cocktails

    This appetizer looks elegant and beautiful in a stemmed glass...and it tastes even better. For a special touch, garnish each...


    Vegetable Christmas Tree

    1 review

    This veggie-decked Christmas tree is a real conversation starter and looks beautiful on a buffet table.—Carolyn Black, Port Ludlow, Washington


    Cheesy BBQ Beef Dip

    4 reviews

    Barbecued beef dip is a holiday staple in our house. My husband can't get enough! —Selena Swafford, Dalton, Georgia


    Breaded Cheddar Cubes

    Cubes of cheddar breaded and fried until golden brown…what’s not to love? The warm, gooey bites are always popular at...

    Goat Cheese, Pear & Onion Pizza

    1 review

    Goat cheese and basil take this pizza to the next level of flavor. “My husband and I developed this recipe...


    Bone-Crunching Meatballs

    1 review

    Water chestnuts are the secret ingredient in these unique meatballs. Kids will love the “bone-like” crunch the chestnuts add when...


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    Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

    23 reviews

    My son taught me how to make hummus, which is a tasty and healthy alternative to calorie-filled dips. Fresh roasted...


    Hot Chicken Swirls

    3 reviews

    From Bay City, Michigan, Evelyn McGinnis writes, “I was trying to use up crescent rolls and leftover chicken breast and...


    Spinach-Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms

    9 reviews

    I used this recipe when I was in a culinary-arts program and had to prepare an entire buffet by myself....


    Supreme Pizza

    2 reviews

    Even if you've never made pizza from scratch, I hope you'll try this supreme pizza recipe. It's the highlight of...

    Slim Guacamole Deviled Eggs

    2 reviews

    When you're in the mood for some good finger food, try these sinfully delicious avocado deviled eggs. They...


    Lemon-Herb Salmon Toasts

    Quick, light and tasty, my salmon toasts make irresistible finger food. —Christie Wells, Lake Villa, Illinois



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    Clams Casino

    1 review

    Your guests will be impressed with our version of this classic upscale appetizer. Cayenne pepper nicely seasons the bread crumb...


    Marinated Sausage Kabobs

    9 reviews

    These flavorful and colorful appetizers are so fun they'll be the talk of the party. And they're so easy: Simply...


    Ham & Cheese Pizza Snacks

    1 review

    “I remember having these yummy snacks as a child. They're fast and perfect as appetizers, a quick supper or even...