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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    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....


    Bacon Cheddar Dip

    12 reviews

    Give this bacon dip a try if you're looking for a deliciously different dip to serve with crackers, potato chips...


    Crowd-Pleasing Ravioli Nachos

    2 reviews

    Lightly breaded and deep-fried, ravioli goes to a new level in this nacho-like appetizer. Kids and grown-ups can’t get enough...


    Polenta Parmigiana

    1 review

    “This warm, Italian-flavored appetizer also makes a quick, filling lunch. I prefer this veggie version, but my kids like to...


    Portobello Mushroom Pizza Cups

    3 reviews

    Making stuffed portobellos for guys watching a hockey game was quite an endeavor. I made two dozen for six guys,...


    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...

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    Ham and Swiss Sliders

    117 reviews

    My next-door neighbor shared this ham and Swiss sliders recipe with me, and I simply cannot improve it! You can...


    Crab Wonton Cups

    8 reviews

    These tasty little crab tarts make excellent appetizers served warm and crispy from the oven. You can add them to...


    Asparagus with Fresh Basil Sauce

    1 review

    Add zip to your party with this easy appetizer. The dip that can also double as a flavorful sandwich spread....


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    Jalapeno Popper Dip

    18 reviews

    Here's a fantastic way to deliver all that blazing jalapeno popper taste without the work. Whenever I bring this jalapeno...


    Shrimp Salad Cocktails

    This appetizer looks elegant and beautiful in a stemmed glass...and it tastes even better. For a special touch, garnish each...


    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...


    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 Shrimp with Apricot Sauce for 2

    2 reviews

    Succulent shrimp get a boost of flavor from the bacon and sweet hot sauce. Served on skewers, they make a...


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    Pickled Eggs with Beets

    19 reviews

    Ever since I can remember, my mother served this pickled egg recipe at Easter. It was a tradition that my...


    Fiesta Shrimp Cocktail

    2 reviews

    Impress your guests by serving this appetizer in a martini glass or other fancy stemware. I make this every time...


    Chili Shrimp

    7 reviews

    This spicy shrimp appetizer is a hit at every buffet I host. The fiery sauce clings to the succulent shrimp,...


    Easy Marinated Shrimp

    My husband's cousin introduced us to this recipe. Every time I bring it to a party, everyone wants the recipe....


    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...


    Shrimp Egg Rolls

    2 reviews

    "My friend Yi owns a Chinese restaurant and taught me that Chinese cooking is simple if you have great recipes,"...

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    Cheeseburger Mini Muffins

    33 reviews

    I invented these cute little muffins so I could enjoy the flavor of cheeseburgers without resorting to fast food. I...


    Basil Parmesan Shrimp

    3 reviews

    This is a simple, elegant dish using fresh basil. Our university women's gourmet group raved about it, and due to...


    25 Salsa Recipes for Every Kind of Chip

    From sweet to spicy, salsa is one of the most versatile dips around. Here's 25 salsa recipes for every mood,...


    Here’s the Best Bread for Your Favorite Spreads

    Crackers aren't the only thing you can serve with spreads or dips. Mix it up and try one of our...


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    48 Impressive Valentine’s Day Appetizers

    We know that the key to anyone's heart is food. Show off your cooking skills this year with these Valentine's...


    35 Quick and Easy Appetizers That Start With Puff Pastry

    Party planning just got a lot easier (and a lot tastier) with these quick puff pastry appetizers.