Juicy shrimp wrapped in crispy bacon, glazed with a zesty chili sauce. These spicy shrimp appetizers are a hit every time.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Appetizers and Snacks
Appetizers can be a casual snack, the center of attention at a cocktail party, or the precursor to an entree.
Find something for any occasion - from simple finger food to elegant hors d'oeuvres - dips, salsa, stuffed mushrooms, hot bites and cold nibbles, chicken wings and so many more tasty tidbits!
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Shrimp Rumaki
Chili Cheese Bites
This spicy cracker recipe uses cheddar and cayenne, but once you've got the general idea you can add in whatever flavors you like for your own creations.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Portabella Mushrooms
Made with onion, celery, bell pepper, crab meat, salad shrimp, tarragon, salt and pepper, garlic, portabella mushrooms, Parmesan cheese
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Artichoke Pate
A pretty exquisite appetizer with minimal effort. Tthis pate makes a perfect Italian appetizer or cocktail party bite spread on bruschetta.
Time: under 30 minutes
5 Layer Taco Dip
A layered taco dip that brings together creamy layers of bean dip, seasoned sour cream, and fresh toppings. Just right for dipping with tortilla chips.
Time: 2-5 hours
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Tuna Pate
A few smart additions can turn a boring can of tuna into a spectacular spread. Cream cheese gives it a velvety texture, but add-ins like fresh parsley and chili sauce really make the flavor...
Time: over 5 hours
Peanut Butter Apple Dip
Made with apples, milk, cream cheese, peanut butter, brown sugar
Time: under 30 minutes
Puppy Chow Snack Mix
Crispix cereal is coated in chocolate and peanut butter and dusted with powdered sugar to make an addicting snack mix (for humans only please!)
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Fresh Salsa Picante
Fresh, homemade salsa can be a total game changer. This Anaheim chile and fresh tomato salsa is good with tortilla chips, but you'll also want it on hand for tacos, burritos, and...
Time: 1-2 hours
Marshmallow Popcorn Balls
Remember popcorn balls? Make them popular again with this simple recipe. You can decorate or color them as desired.
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Animal Cracker Critter Crunch
Made with whole-wheat cereal biscuit, pretzels, brown sugar, margarine, ground cinnamon, animal shaped crackers, bear shaped graham crackers, rice cereal, oat cereal
Method: microwave, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
2 Minute Chocolate Fondue
Need to impress that special someone? Serve this fondue and hearts will be swooning. Mix in your favorite flavored liqueur and serve with fruit and/or cake.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Snowflake Popcorn
Everything is better with sprinkles! Popcorn is coated with melted marshmallow cream and covered in red and green candy sprinkles.
Method: oven, microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Pita Crisps
A tasty snack, made with pita bread, parsley, egg whites, olive oil, garlic and kosher salt
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Bacon Cheese Fries
Bacon cheese fries are a delicious and decadent snack that is perfect for sharing with friends. These salty and savory fries are covered in melty cheese and crispy bacon, making them...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Salted Pumpkin Seeds
Don't let the seeds go to waste when you're carving your jack-o-lantern. Pumpkin seeds simply roasted with salt are a tasty snack, but you can spice them up with other spice...
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Kid's Sushi
Rice Krispies and gummy worms wrapped inside fruit roll ups made to look like sushi.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cream Cheese Penguins
Make with olives, carrots, and cream cheese, they're tasty as well as cute. Whenever life calls for a penguin-themed appetizer, you'll know exactly where to look.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Thai Dumplings With Dipping Sauce
These meatless dumplings make a great lunch or snack. They are filled with ginger, zucchini, and bell pepper, and served with a spicy Thai dipping sauce.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Homemade Microwave Popcorn
Family night just got better. Put a homemade touch on one of America's most recognized movie snack!
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Chicken Nugget Sliders
These chicken nugget sliders are just plain cute. The perfect size for nibbling on. Instead of mayo and ketchup, try your favorite nugget dipping sauce.
Time: under 30 minutes
Olivada Crostini
A treat for the olive lover! Ripe olives are made into a paste with pine nuts, olive oil, and garlic and spread on toasted slices of French bread.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Ranch Pretzels
Pretzels are baked with a coating of ranch dressing mix and oil to make a simple and tasty snack that's ready in about 15 minutes!
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Chocolate Popcorn
Sweeten up your snacking experience with crunchy popcorn lightly coated in chocolate.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Crab And Spinach Dip With Gouda Cheese
Made with seafood seasoning, claw crab meat, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, Gouda cheese, frozen chopped spinach
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cold Appetizers for a Crowd
When hosting a large gathering, it is important to have a variety of cold appetizers. Spam and cheese cubes on toothpicks are a retro pairing that is always a hit.
Time: under 30 minutes
Smoked Salmon Tortilla Pinwheels
Perfect as a snack, lunch, or party appetizer. Smoked salmon is mixed with soft herb cheese and spread on flour tortillas.
Time: 1-2 hours
Avocado Salsa
Made with creamy avocados, ripe tomatoes, and a hint of lime, this easy-to-make avocado salsa recipe is perfect for snacking or as a topping.
Time: 1-2 hours
Spaghetti Cupcakes
These spaghetti cupcakes are as gourmet as they are fun. Cute pasta cups are topped with a meatball and pasta sauce for a delicious pasta appetizer.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Bacon-Wrapped Crab-Stuffed Watermelon
Made with salt, bacon, watermelon, crab meat
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Veggie Sandwich Spread
Made with garlic powder, turmeric, curry powder, soy sauce, firm tofu, mayonnaise, green onion, green bell pepper, celery, sunflower or sesame seeds
Time: under 30 minutes
Halloween Bleeding Popcorn
Popped popcorn drizzled with vibrant red butter creates an eye-catching Halloween treat. Mix in different food colorings for unique color effects.
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Carrabba's Herb Oil for Dipping Bread
The herb blend of basil, parsley, and rosemary are what make this bread dipping sauce recipe a close copycat to Carrabba's version.
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat California Pizza Kitchen's Spinach Artichoke Dip
This isn't just any spinach artichoke dip; it's a California Pizza Kitchen classic, reimagined for your kitchen. Bold, cheesy, and...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Pappadeaux Blackened Oyster and Shrimp Fondeaux
This fantastic fondue goes way past the basic cheesy variety and jumps straight to a seafood-packed, creamy dip that turns crunchy garlic bread...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
White Trash Dip
Cream cheese, ground sausage, and a can of tomatoes with green chiles combine for a dip that'll make you embrace the simple life.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Guthrie's Dipping Sauce
Famous for chicken fingers and their signature dipping sauce. This creamy sauce has a kick to it from lots of added black pepper. Use with chicken fingers or nuggets, or...
Time: 2-5 hours
Copycat Cheddar's Spinach Dip
Creamy spinach dips are good in theory, but sometimes they're a bit boring. This Cheddar's copycat makes spinach dip the star of your next party with onion, jalapeno, and...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
The Original Kellogg's Crispix Mix
Crunchy, savory, and simple - this Crispix Mix combines favorite cereals, pretzels, and nuts drizzled with a homemade seasoning and baked for the perfect snack.
Method: microwave, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Cactus Blossom
The delicious fried onion appetizer served at Texas Roadhouse can easily be made at home! The copycat recipe has both the batter and the spicy dipping sauce -...
Method: deep fryer
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat Olive Garden Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip
This copycat dip is a fantastic appetizer. Artichoke hearts and spinach are baked in a cream cheese, mayo, and cheese mixture. Serve with your...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat TGI Friday's Spinach Dip
Copy your favorite dip from TGIFriday's with this easy to make recipe. It's a party favorite and can even be made in the microwave.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Joe's Crab Shack Crab Dip
This copycat dip from Joe's Crab Shack is rich, cheesy, and chock-full of crab.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Shortcrust Pastry Cheese Straws
There's a million uses for these flaky, cheesy pastry twists if you can resist eating them all right away. Use them on top of soups like croutons, dip them in hummus, or...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Rosa Mexicano's Guacamole en Molcajete
Making guacamole from scratch is simple and it tastes so much better than store-bought. Plus, avocados are healthy making this snack an all-around winner!...
Time: under 30 minutes
Granite City Sour Cream Dip
Who doesn't love a good sour cream dip? Cool mayo and sour cream balance out the spices. Addicting with plain potato chips or carrot sticks.
Time: under 30 minutes
Muffaletta Olive Relish
This classic muffaletta relish is what ties the iconic sandwich together. The combination of green and black olives provide saucy complement to the mix of meats on the sandwich.
Time: 1-2 hours
Brown Sugar Granola
The crunchy texture, the slightly sweet flavor, and the earthy aroma of this granola will make it your new favorite breakfast or snack.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Crabmeat Quesadillas
Crab quesadillas are the bar food version of fusion cuisine. Crabmeat along with green chiles and cheese makes for a very novel (and delicious) combo.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Houston's Restaurant's Artichoke Spinach Dip
This dip is a hit at Houston's restaurant and it will be an even bigger hit at your next party!
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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