A bruschetta appetizer is the easiest way to be an A+ host for a dinner party. This Red Lobster copycat with shrimp, melty fontina, and white cheddar really makes the...
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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Copycat Red Lobster's Bruschetta
Lentil Hummus
Experience a unique twist on a classic dip with this recipe for lentil hummus. Made with protein-packed lentils, this recipe packs a flavorful punch. Serve it with pita wedges or veggies...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Swiss Finger Sandwich Puffs
These puffs make next-level sandwich bites, with cheese in the bread in addition to whatever deliciousness you're putting inside.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Fig And Walnut Amuse-Bouche Appetizer
Made with walnut halves, figs, prosciutto, Gorgonzola cheese
Time: under 30 minutes
Fancy Covered Meatballs
A beefy version of pigs in a blanket. Savory meatballs are wrapped in crescent roll dough and baked until golden brown. Makes a great appetizer.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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Sausage Stuffed Jalapenos
Delicious party food! Pork sausage is browned then combined with cream cheese and Parmesan cheese and stuffed into jalapeno pepper halves then baked.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Hot Potato Chips With Blue Cheese Sauce
Made with butter, milk, Spanish onion, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, blue cheese, Idaho potatoes
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Goat Cheese And Truffle Oil Crostini
Make an impression at your next party with these sophisticated goat cheese and truffle oil crostini.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Old-Fashioned Spicy Deviled Eggs
These tasty deviled eggs are made by mixing hard-boiled egg yolks with mayonnaise, spices, and a variety of other ingredients that add lots of flavor and texture.
Time: under 30 minutes
Ham And Cheese Muffulettas On A Stick
Antipasto skewers make a scrumptiously attractive party platter with hardly an ounce of work on your part, so you can actually be part of the party instead of...
Time: over 5 hours
Homemade Honey Mustard Pretzels
A great snack food for movie night or a munchie for a party. The pretzels absorb the flavors of the mustard so the stronger the mustard, the stronger the flavor.
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Sweet Canned Corn Relish
Made with turmeric, brown sugar, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, corn, mustard seeds, celery seeds, onion, white wine or cider vinegar, dry mustard
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Hidden Valley Oyster Crackers
Dry ranch salad dressing mix is an easy way to dress up plain oyster crackers. Perfect for snacking on or for adding to a salad or soup.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Cheesy Fried Olives
Made with Parmesan cheese, Sicilian olives, flour, egg, breadcrumbs, oil, Kalamata olives
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
7 Minute Boiled Crawfish
Crawfish boils are serious business, don't let anybody tell you otherwise. That's why this recipe serves 25 - because if it's worth doing, it's worth doing well enough to throw...
Method: campfire, outdoor grill
Time: 1-2 hours
Chunky Chicken Guacamole
If one of your life goals (like most of us) is to turn guacamole into a meal, you can check it off the bucket list. Diced chicken breast in a zesty guac is a tortilla chip's...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Classic Guacamole
You can't go wrong with a good, traditional bowl of guacamole. This guac has just the right balance of flavors and texture.
Time: 1-2 hours
Low-Fat Shrimp and Crab Dip
A tasty dip that calls for brining the shrimp first to add extra flavor and tenderize it a bit. Also contains imitation crab, green onions, yogurt, and cream cheese.
Time: 2-5 hours
Creamy Picante Dip
Need a last minute party recipe? Try this two-ingredient dip. Just mix, chill, and serve.
Time: 1-2 hours
Pesto-Stuffed Mushrooms
Want some deliciously herby stuffed mushrooms? Of course you do! Just stuff them with pesto, parmesan and breadcrumbs before sending them off to bake in the oven. Pesto. Er...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Fried Mozzarella Sticks
Warm, gooey mozzarella cheese is deep fried inside a crispy coating. Serve with ranch dressing, pizza sauce, or marinara sauce for dipping.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Tex Mex Deviled Eggs
Breakfast burritos with scrambled eggs are great, so why not Tex-Mex deviled eggs? They're great served as a party appetizer or on the side of a taco salad.
Time: under 30 minutes
Ham and Pickle Roll-Ups
Also known as Lutheran sushi, this savory pickle, cream cheese, and ham roll-up is great for snacking and entertaining, while being easy to prepare too.
Time: under 30 minutes
Bacon Wrapped Almond Stuffed Dates
Fill pitted dates with whole almonds and wrap in strips of bacon. Pop in the oven and watch the yumminess happen.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Hammerstone's Loaded Fries
Serve some homemade bar food next time you serve drinks at home. Cheesy fries topped with sour cream, fresh bacon bits, and parsley are perfect alongside some alcohol and...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Carlos Murphy's Sweet Onion Salsa
Ready to shake up your appetizer lineup? This copycat sweet onion salsa is not just for chips; it can transform anything from tacos to grilled meats.
Time: 2-5 hours
Kaktugi Kimchi
Classic kimchi is made with cabbage, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. This kaktugi mixture of spiced radishes and scallions makes an outstanding side dish for a Korean spread.
Time: over 5 hours
Baked Chicken Nuggets
These baked chicken nuggets are healthier than their deep fried counterparts so you can feel good about serving them to your family
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Appetizer Wreath
In just a few steps, you can whip up this appetizer wreath that combines the delicious crispiness of crescent rolls with a zesty cream cheese spread and a colorful array of fresh...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Great Beef Samosas
Beef samosas are the perfect party food - they're bite-sized, packed with flavor, and always a hit with guests. This version uses phyllo dough for the crust instead of making it from...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Chinese Squid Balls
Poached squid with shrimp, garlic, and egg, pan-fried and simmered in chicken stock makes an exotic party food.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Chipotle Corn Salsa
Corn salsa is a fun change of pace to pair with tortilla chips or works outstandingly as a topping for homemade burritos and bowls. Check out this recipe with fresh tomatoes and...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Blooming Onion Dip
This dip was made popular with its accompanying deep-fried onion appetizer. It also goes great with French fries, onion rings, and fried seafood.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pig In Pashmina
A sophisticated Spanish version of pigs in a blanket made with puff pastry sheets, chorizo sausage, and manchego cheese.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Curry And Pimento Deviled Eggs
Made with pimento, hard-cooked eggs, mayonnaise, curry powder, cornichon, dry yellow mustard
Time: under 30 minutes
Truffle Aioli French Fry Dipping Sauce
A dipping sauce that is both luxurious and uncomplicated. The truffle oil adds a layer of sophistication to the creamy mayonnaise, making this an ideal pairing...
Time: under 30 minutes
Margarita Chips
There's something about the tartness of a lime that makes it the perfect complement to the salty flavor of these margarita chips.
Method: deep fryer, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Roasted Figs In Prosciutto
Made with fresh brown figs, Italian prosciutto, balsamic vinegar
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Fig And Goat Cheese Pitas
Made with salt and cracked black pepper, pita bread rounds, olive oil, garlic, fresh figs, goat cheese, honey, fresh thyme
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Reuben Cocktail Bites
Make room on the table for Reuben cocktail bites, the snack that turns your favorite sandwich into a party-perfect treat. Warm, tangy, and utterly dip-able, they're a...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Potato Skins With Cheese And Bacon
The crispy potato skins are loaded with melted cheese and turkey bacon, creating a perfect combination of textures and flavors for a snack or party food.
Method: microwave, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Gene Autry's Stuffed Mushrooms
Looking to spice up your appetizer repertoire? Gene Autry's stuffed mushrooms combine earthy mushrooms with a cheesy filling featuring Swiss and Parmesan. The added kick...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Crunchy Scramble Snack Mix
A different blend of crunchy ingredients that will keep your party-goers snack-happy.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Open-Face Cucumber Sandwiches
Made with fresh dill, cocktail rye bread, cucumbers, cream cheese, ranch salad dressing mix, mayonnaise, sour cream
Time: 1-2 hours
Olive All'ascolana
Made with olive oil, Italian olives, salami, eggs, flour, bread crumbs
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Asian Chicken Bites
Lean bites of chicken are lightly fried and tossed in a sweet and savory sauce. Serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
Method: deep fryer, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat Chuy's Creamy Jalapeno Dip
Chuy's, a popular Austin Tex-Mex restaurant, is famous for their jalapeno ranch. It's served both as a dip with tortilla chips or as a salad dressing.
Time: under 30 minutes
Texas Chow-Chow
Made with allspice, cinnamon, vinegar, sugar, green tomatoes, cabbage, green and red bell pepper, onions, salt
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Cucumber and Smoked Salmon Sandwiches with Horseradish Butter
Dainty little finger sandwiches made with a pumpernickel bread, English cucumber, smoked salmon, butter, horseradish, fresh chives and...
Time: under 30 minutes
Don Pablo's Salsa Fresca
An easy salsa recipe that tastes like the salsa fresca from Don Pablo's restaurants
Time: under 30 minutes
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