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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    Wonton Kisses

    10 reviews

    These wrapped bundles are filled with a sweet chocolate candy kiss and sure to delight guests at your next party....


    Savory Ham Cheesecake

    5 reviews

    My mom was the best cook—everything she made was special. She served this elegant cheesecake on Sunday following a Saturday...


    Smoky Sesame Cheese Log

    5 reviews

    "We love the bacon flavor in this cheesy mixture. Served with wheat or sesame crackers. Served with wheat or sesame...


    Salmon Appetizers

    4 reviews

    As a cook for a commercial salmon fishing crew, I found this recipe to be an innovative use of salmon....


    Marinated Mozzarella Cubes

    6 reviews

    Being from America's Dairyland, I'm always on the lookout for new ways to serve cheese. I received this delicious recipe...


    Chili Cheese Ball Spread

    2 reviews

    “Easy to make and easy to spread, this spicy cheese ball was my favorite appetizer that Mom made while I...


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    Cheddar Bacon Toasts

    5 reviews

    Four ingredients are all you need to bake up these golden appetizers. They pair perfectly with a bowl of soup...


    Tomato Black Bean Salsa

    3 reviews

    This fresh-tasting medley bursts with homegrown garden goodness, including tomatoes, red pepper and crunchy corn. "Serve this salsa in the...

    Mexican Chicken Meatballs

    13 reviews

    These low-fat meatballs taste fabulous on their own, but if you want to take things up a notch, serve with...


    Bacon-Wrapped Meatballs

    2 reviews

    These bacon-wrapped meatballs are a hit at whatever kind of party I make them for. The appealing aroma while baking...


    Cheesy Chive Crisps

    1 review

    "These snack bites are great to keep on hand for guests," says Eve McNew of St. Louis, Missouri. Since the...


    Pizza Dip

    12 reviews

    Everybody loves this simple dip. If you have any left over, spoon it on toasted English muffins for a great...


    Muffuletta Cheesecake

    2 reviews

    When I needed a party appetizer and couldn’t find a recipe I liked, I created my own. This...


    Texas Caviar

    5 reviews

    My neighbor gave me a container of this zippy, tangy salsa one Christmas and I had to have the recipe....


    Curry Cheese Spread

    3 reviews

    I made this creamy spread with my students and it was a big success. It is easy to make and...


    Open-Faced Crab Salad Sandwiches

    2 reviews

    Everyone loved the crab salad my mother-in-law contributed to a family gathering, so I reduced the fat in her recipe...


    Louisiana Crab Dip

    2 reviews

    When friends visit from other parts of the country, I treat them to a Cajun-style Christmas. This flavor-packed seafood dip...

    Chicken Wonton Cups

    1 review

    My family loves jalapeno poppers and jalapeno popper dip; but I made it rarely because of the high fat and...


    Festive Sausage Cups

    1 review

    When I used prepared pie crust for this recipe, it's even easier to form and fill these individual sausage cups....


    Sweet Gingered Chicken Wings

    2 reviews

    I first tasted this delicious chicken dish when I attended a class on using honey in cooking. When I prepare...


    Lime Cilantro Hummus

    15 reviews

    Enjoy this fun dip with crackers or veggies or on your favorite sandwich or burger. To make it smoother, add...


    Hot Tamale Meatballs

    3 reviews

    "This zippy appetizer is my family's favorite dish using cumin," reports Darlene Babineaux of Arabi, Louisiana.


    Vegetable Appetizer Pizza

    4 reviews

    My sister brought this recipe with her when she was visiting from California. We served it at a family get-together...

    Pepperoni-Stuffed Mushrooms

    1 review

    No one can resist stuffed mushrooms with the fantastic flavor of pizza! The Italian-style appetizers disappear as fast as I...


    Hot Collards and Artichoke Dip

    5 reviews

    Anyone can pull off spinach and artichoke dip—so brighten it up using collard greens for a southern twist. Serve this...


    Asparagus Salsa

    1 review

    Jalapeno pepper and cilantro spice up this refreshing salsa that's made with tomatoes, onion and fresh asparagus. Served chilled with...


    Simple Lemon Fruit Dip

    16 reviews

    My husband's a construction worker and this is a great treat to put in his lunch with whatever fresh fruit...


    Wonton Wrapper Appetizers

    5 reviews

    I get repeated requests for this easy-to-prepare appetizer. It's one of the first to disappear from the table.—Sheila Styles, Travelers...


    Three-Bean Salsa

    3 reviews

    Here’s an easy recipe for fabulous, chunky salsa. “It’s fast, fresh, low in fat and high in fiber,“ shares Regina...