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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    Garlic-Parmesan Cheese Ball

    4 reviews

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


    Mamma’s Caponata

    5 reviews

    This is fabulous as an appetizer, but you can easily turn it into a meal. Instead of having it on...


    Italian Appetizer Meatballs

    2 reviews

    Store-bought spaghetti sauce speeds up the preparation of these homemade meatball appetizers. Leftovers make terrific sub sandwiches. —Rene McCrory, Indianapolis,...


    Asparagus Wraps

    2 reviews

    Asparagus makes lovely finger food, especially wrapped in pastry and tasty filling. Easily assembled, it’s perfect for weeknight noshing or...


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    Beefy Taco Dip

    21 reviews

    This taco dip is actually a combination of several different recipes I received from friends. I just experimented until I...


    Chicken Fries

    4 reviews

    Kid-friendly and quick, these crunchy oven-baked chicken fries are coated with a mixture of crushed potato chips, panko bread crumbs...


    Blue Cheese Cheesecake

    1 review

    Whenever I set out this savory cheese spread, guests can't seem to stop eating it! —Niki Trapp, Cudahy, Wisconsin


    Fried Cinnamon Strips

    4 reviews

    These sweet chips are a must for your next party. You can use holiday cookie cutters to shape the tortillas...

    Pimiento Cheese Ball

    8 reviews

    This rich and creamy pimiento cheese ball looks so festive with flecks of green onion and red pimiento dotting with...


    Creamy Caramel Fruit Dip

    5 reviews

    This creamy, melt-in-your-mouth dip, served with assorted fruits, makes a refreshing accompaniment to a holiday cheese tray. —Trish Gehlhar, Ypsilanti,...


    Make-Ahead Sausage Pinwheels

    6 reviews

    Filled with sausage, sweet pepper and cream cheese, these roll-ups are excellent for unexpected visitors, a cocktail party or a...


    Sun-Dried Tomato Dip

    15 reviews

    I love to serve this dip for tailgate parties or as an appetizer for any occasion. It's so quick and...


    San Francisco Crab Dip

    2 reviews

    Pair with Gallo® Family Vineyards Sonoma Reserve Pinot Gris—Taste of Home Cooking School


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    Chinese Scallion Pancakes

    9 reviews

    Unlike American pancakes, cong you bing (Chinese scallion pancakes), are made from a dough instead of a batter. The tasty...


    Baked Onion Dip

    8 reviews

    Some people like this cheesy dip so much that they can't tear themselves away from the appetizer table to eat...


    Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip

    67 reviews

    This slightly spicy dip cleverly captures the flavor of Buffalo chicken wings. Using canned chicken eases preparation. —Allyson DiLascio, Saltsburg,...


    Whipped Cream Cheese

    When I want a break from butters or jams, I like to whip up this simple spread. All of the...

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    Hot Dog Mummies with Honey Mustard Dip

    3 reviews

    These flaky mummy sandwiches are instant party hits! The accompanying mustard dip adds just the right kick.


    Deli Sandwich Spread

    1 review

    Creamy, chivy and tangy, this sandwich spread would also be delicious as a dip. Just 10 minutes to whip up,...


    Asian Wraps

    2 reviews

    This recipe is just like any other Asian wrap but with more flavor, a healthy twist and the convenience of...


    Mango Pineapple Salsa

    10 reviews

    This fruit salsa served with tortilla chips is great for summer barbecues. It can also be served alongside fish and...


    Asparagus Appetizer Roll-ups

    10 reviews

    This is a wonderful warm appetizer for springtime entertaining. It's perfect for showers and also makes a tasty first course...


    Perfect Scalloped Oysters

    3 reviews

    My family— husband, children and grandchildren— all look forward to this easy seafood side dish. It's one I've made for...

    Braunschweiger Spread

    2 reviews

    This spread is so creamy and delicious it's satisfying even to those who think they don't like liver sausage.—Gayle Lewis,...


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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...


    Chili Queso Dip

    3 reviews

    I’ve had this recipe for more than 42 years and have updated it from time to time. This is an...


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    Garlic Bread

    25 reviews

    Ever wonder how to make garlic bread? This homemade garlic bread is the answer! Minced fresh garlic is key to...


    Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites

    22 reviews

    After making little bacon-wrapped sausages for years, I needed a change! I had an extra sweet potato and half a...


    Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball

    112 reviews

    Your guests are in for a sweet surprise when they try this chocolate chip cheese ball—it tastes just like cookie...