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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    Mushroom Bundles

    2 reviews

    My guests rely on me to come up with yummy starters like these crispy mushroom appetizers made for a New...


    Festive Holiday Sliders

    3 reviews

    Turkey sliders with ginger, horseradish and cranberry sauce refrigerate well, so I keep them ready for get-togethers when we bake...


    Pomegranate Pistachio Crostini

    1 review

    Pomegranate seeds intrigued me, so I sliced French bread, smeared it with cream cheese and added seeds, pistachios and chocolate....


    Gorgonzola Polenta Bites

    I needed a brand-new appetizer for a big party. I covered polenta with Gorgonzola and a tangy sauce. That’s how...


    Brat & Bacon Appetizer Pizza

    Chopped bratwurst and maple bacon are a fabulous way to start a pizza. I jazz up this treat even more...


    Roasted Grape Crostini

    3 reviews

    A trip to Spain introduced me to its culinary treasures, like Manchego cheese and sherry. This appetizer always impresses folks...


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    Best Ever Stuffed Mushrooms

    28 reviews

    At party time, I bring out a platter of my easy stuffed mushrooms. I like to make mine with reduced-fat...


    Warm Feta Cheese Dip

    7 reviews

    We’re big on appetizers, so this dip is a mashup of our favorite tastes, like cream cheese, feta, basil and...

    Antipasto Cups

    2 reviews

    Turn salami slices into appetizer shells to fill with the veggies and cheese of your choice. —Melissa Obernesser, Utica, New...


    Pork Meatballs with Chimichurri Sauce

    Chimichurri is a tangy herb sauce that comes from South America that's often served with steak. If you've never had...


    Muffin-Tin Pizzas

    9 reviews

    I just baked these mini pizzas and the kids are already demanding more. The no-cook pizza sauce and refrigerated dough...


    Ginger Pork Lettuce Wraps

    10 reviews

    When I make Asian-spiced lettuce wraps with lean ground pork, I remind my family they’re meant to be an appetizer—but...


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    Mini Mac & Cheese Bites

    20 reviews

    Young relatives were coming for a Christmas party, so I wanted something fun for them to eat. To my surprise,...


    French Onion Soup

    14 reviews

    My daughter and I enjoy spending time together cooking, but our days are busy so we appreciate quick and tasty...


    Creamy Hot Beef Dip

    2 reviews

    I got this chipped beef dip from a neighbor several years ago. Served with crackers, it makes a great snack....


    Cheeseburger Bites

    2 reviews

    This is a recipe from my mother. I like to make up a batch or two and store in the...


    Cheese Crisps

    4 reviews

    "The surprising crunch of these fun snacks makes them great for parties or anytime of day," assures Janelle Lee of...

    Spinach Balls

    10 reviews

    "Either as an appetizer or side dish," promises Faye Buffenmeyer of Lebanon, Pennsylvania, "this is delicious!" And, since it can...


    Pinto Bean Dip

    5 reviews

    Whenever there's a gathering, friends tell me, "Be sure to bring your bean dip!" With several delightful layers, this is...


    Glazed Sausage Bites Appetizer

    3 reviews

    "These tangy meatballs have a deliciously different flavor since they're made with sausage," relates field editor Sue Broyles of Cherokee,...


    Jalapeno Pepper Appetizers

    17 reviews

    These appetizers are so easy to make and they taste so good. I have to warn you that eating them...


    Rye Bread Party Pizzas

    4 reviews

    With the irresistible combination of creamy cheese and lightly seasoned meat on crispy toast, these snacks get cleared away quickly....


    Olive Sandwich Spread

    4 reviews

    "This recipe was given to me by my mother many years ago," says Dorothy Warren of Toulon, Illinois. "It's tasty...

    Nacho Cheese Dip

    With jobs, school and sport activities, evening is our time for family fun. We munch on this zippy dip while...


    Muenster Bread

    7 reviews

    Many years ago my sister and I won blue ribbons in 4-H with this bread. The recipe makes a beautiful...


    Mexican Pizza

    6 reviews

    "My husband and I created the recipe for this hearty snack," relates Braham, Minnesota field editor Sandra McKenzie. "Our whole...


    Easy Hot Pizza Dip

    18 reviews

    I'm a busy stay-at-home mom with a 3-year-old son. I love this recipe because it's easy to prepare in advance...


    Ham Buns

    4 reviews

    These tasty sandwiches are a great way to use leftover ham. Friends with whom I've shared the recipe tell me...


    Super Nacho Appetizer

    3 reviews

    Mexican food is popular for potluck gatherings here in South Texas, and this dish always brings "oohs" and "aahs". It's...