Appetizers

Moderately crispy with a rich and creamy filling, these semi-spicy appetizers taste like they’ve been fried. —Danielle Booth, Minneapolis, Minnesota

My mom got this peanut butter dip recipe from a neighbor years ago. She always made it for us kids...

We love this salsa made mostly with fresh garden vegetables. It’s healthy, and you can easily adjust the ingredients to...

This smoky grilled pizza scores big with me for two reasons. It encourages my husband and son to eat greens,...

Fresh pineapple stars in this fruity guacamole that sure hits the spot! Both kids and adults have enjoyed it as...

The topping for this simple Fresh Tomato Bruschetta appetizer can be put together ahead of time and refrigerated. We also...

I wanted to create a bite-sized version of rich, creamy artichoke dip. These adorable phyllo cup appetizers were a total...

I'm a fan of classic dishes but frequently tweak them a bit to suit my family's tastes. My cheesy spinach...

With its medley of herbs and tomatoes, this rustic bread will liven up any occasion, whether it’s a family dinner...

A classic southern comfort food, this spread is used as an appetizer with crackers, corn chips or celery. It is...

I love Reubens, so I turned the classic sandwich into a fun appetizer with corned beef and sauerkraut on waffle...

Grilling the prosciutto with the asparagus gives this appetizer a salty crunch that’s perfect for dipping into a sweet glaze....

Every family has a recipe they pull out time and again when the gang gathers, and goat cheese warmed in...

Marinated stuffed olives go over so well with company that I try to keep a batch of them in the...

Our family craves this cheesy chili dip so much we make two batches, especially for the guys. If you’re not...

This rich, cheesy dip comes together so quickly, you can make it just before guests arrive. I often serve it...

This focaccia has been in my mom's family for several generations. It is one of my most-requested recipes whenever I...

My bite-sized mushroom pastries are hard to resist. For parties, I prep and freeze them ahead, then pop them into...

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

Ranch dressing got its start on a real dude ranch in California. Punch up the western original with green salsa,...

This champagne punch, served at my wedding, continues to this day to be the elegant drink we serve at special...

Although I grew up eating many dishes from Puerto Rico, tostones have always been a favorite for me. I...

Everyone loves hummus, but I enjoy the garlic and onion types so much that I decided to let them shine...

I created this recipe for a Cinco de Mayo party, and it was a hit! It’s so easy, yet has...

Tomatoes, peppers, onions and cilantro replace traditional cocktail sauce in this lively Southwestern makeover of the popular appetizer. —Teri Rasey,...

My easy tartlets loaded with a cheesy mushroom filling take advantage of refrigerated crescent roll dough. I think they’re best...

My mashup of guacamole and hummus is light and bright, but also rich and satisfying. Serve with chips and veggies...

I thought rice paper wrappers would be a quick, fun way to put salad ingredients into a hand-held snack or...

You'll think these eggs really do have a bit of devil's heat in them. For a milder version, remove the...