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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    Reuben Spread

    5 reviews

    You'll need only five ingredients to stir up this hearty dip that tastes like a Reuben sandwich. It's requested at...


    Crispy Caribbean Veggie Wraps

    4 reviews

    Filled with a sweet potato mixture, these delicious wraps are great for vegetarians and they’re relatively high in fiber, too,...


    Taco Cornbread Squares

    7 reviews

    Cornbread makes a delicious crust for this hearty meal from Denise Hughes of Waynesville, Missouri. "I cut it into bite-size...


    Pizza English Muffins

    2 reviews

    From St. Paul, Minnesota, Lea Deluca recalls, "My mother prepared these individual pizzas for me from the time I started...


    Crescent Samosas

    1 review

    Tender, buttery crescents surround a delicious filling, making these appetizers a real standout. No one will guess that they're light!...


    Corn and Bacon Dip

    15 reviews

    The recipe for this creamy appetizer or snack dip was given to me about 20 years ago by a friend....


    Tie-Dyed Easter Eggs

    1 review

    These brightly colored eggs are so pretty they're sure to be noticed no matter where you hide them.


    Artichoke-Spinach Pinwheels

    1 review

    This is my type of holiday recipe. You can assemble them, freeze the unbaked spinach pinwheels and bake them directly...

    Apricot Leather

    1 review

    Since it's not sticky, this is a tasty, nutritious snack that's perfect to take along on whatever trail you travel....


    Antipasto-Stuffed Baguettes

    2 reviews

    These Italian-style sandwiches can be served as an appetizer or as a light lunch. A homemade olive paste makes every...


    Creamy Radish Dip

    14 reviews

    This Scandinavian dish is one of our favorite spring appetizers. We use homegrown onions and radishes. —Terri Chatfield, Hamilton, Ohio


    Herb Spread for French Bread

    2 reviews

    Instead of regular garlic bread, my family requests this spread. The flavor is best when I use parsley and basil...


    Chunky Salsa

    6 reviews

    This fresh-tasting salsa is wonderfully chunky. If you like it hotter, add more habanero peppers; if you prefer a mild...


    Football Fest Empanadas

    9 reviews

    Classic empanadas from South America are pastries stuffed with beef or chicken, usually fried. That doesn't mean "classic" never changes....


    Grilled Stuffed Jalapenos

    11 reviews

    These cheese-stuffed jalapenos are always popular when my husband and I host a tapas (appetizers) party. There’s a flavor explosion...


    Balsamic-Goat Cheese Grilled Plums

    1 review

    Make a bold statement with this simple yet elegant treat. Ripe plums are grilled and then dressed with a balsamic...


    Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

    10 reviews

    Sunday is grill-out day for my husband, Cliff, and these bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers are one of his specialties. We usually...

    Lime-Cilantro Shrimp Skewers

    My friend gave me this grill-friendly recipe. The combination of lime, cilantro and soy sauce gives these shrimp skewers a...


    Firecracker Shrimp

    2 reviews

    These delightful firecracker shrimp are coated in a sweet and spicy glaze. The marinade comes together in moments for sizzling...


    Grilled Nectarine & Cheese Crostini

    2 reviews

    At our house, we love the summer tastes of sweet grilled nectarines and fresh basil over goat cheese. I can...


    Grilled Chipotle Shrimp

    22 reviews

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


    Grilled Zucchini with Peanut Chicken

    Zucchini slices make perfect finger food. It’s fun to make a topping for zucchini and a good solution for a...


    Grilled Cherry-Glazed Chicken Wings

    2 reviews

    When I take these grilled wings to events, there are never any leftovers! Friends and family love them. —Ashley Gable,...

    Finger-Lickin’-Good Shrimp

    4 reviews

    My husband and I were vacationing in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico when we happened upon a terrific restaurant that served...


    Thai Steak Skewers

    6 reviews

    With one bite of these slightly spicy kabobs, you'll feel like you took a trip to the orient. Combining peanut...


    Best Barbecue Wings

    14 reviews

    My husband always calls this recipe "finger-licking good," and these BBQ wings really are to die for! The sauce is...


    Irresistible Grilled Shrimp with Fruit Salsa

    4 reviews

    These skewers are super lean and scrumptious—especially when dipped in the fresh fruit salsa. We rave about the salsa's sweet...


    Grilled Seasoned Shrimp

    1 review

    A marinade using balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and Italian dressing boosts the flavor of these tender shrimp. Diane Harrison of...


    Grilled Shrimp with Spicy-Sweet Sauce

    3 reviews

    These finger-lickin' shrimp practically fly off the platter at my get-togethers. Play with the amount of sriracha to get the...