Appetizers and Snacks

Made with monterey jack cheese, tomato sauce, ground beef, salt, enchilada sauce, corn bread


Time:   30-60 minutes

Let these shrimp toasts be the life of your next party. Chopped shrimp baked onto little triangular toasts are only a little quicker to eat than they are to make.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This recipe uses ricotta cheese which gives it a richer and more dense consistency, perfect for heartier dippers like Italian bread slices.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

A warm dip made with spinach, marinated artichoke hearts, portobello mushrooms, herbs and seasonings, sour cream, and three kinds of cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Dijon mustard, vegetable oil, honey, dry mustard

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Mini mac and cheese bites are the perfect bite-sized snack or appetizer. These little morsels are packed with cheesy flavor and will be devoured in no time.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Delicious salsa with black beans for something a little more substantial than your typical dip. With a bite from jalapeno, this chunky salsa is great on tortilla chips...


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with fresh thyme, corn, tomato, roasted red bell peppers, sherry vinegar, olive oil, kosher salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with pastis, figs, cream cheese, almonds, salt and black pepper, egg yolk


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with dried figs, sliced in rounds, parsley, hot pepper sauce, garlic powder, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, white wine, cream cheese, bleu cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

These Italian-style cheesy stuffed mushrooms are a delicious and easy to make appetizer that is perfect for any gathering.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with butter, all-purpose flour, cheddar cheese, paprika, cumin, hot pepper sauce, green olives stuffed with pimiento

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with ancho chili, cumin, corn tortillas, fresh jalapenos, oil, boneless pork shoulder, white onion, garlic, bay leaves

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Fresh littleneck clams are simmered in a basil-garlic broth which gently steams them open and infuses them with flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Flour tortillas are filled with ground pork, green chiles, a Mexican cheese blend, and green onions and then broiled until done.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with garlic powder, milk, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, sour cream, Swiss cheese, deli corned beef, refrigerated sauerkraut

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Who doesn't love a good meat roll? Italian beef spiedini with Mozzarella combines the best of savory and cheesy into one irresistible package.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with bread crumbs, egg, onion, green bell pepper, salt, dried thyme, dried marjoram, ground beef, Bloody Mary mix

Method:   oven, stovetop, crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

This creamy dip tastes like pumpkin pie. You can substitute fat-free or low-fat cream cheese in it if you wish for a lower fat snack.


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with olive oil, jerk seasoning, pina colada mix, coconut extract, black beans, frozen kernel corn, red bell pepper, green bell peppers, pineapples...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with shoepeg corn, olive oil, diced green chilies, scallions, celery, cider vinegar, lime, Rotel tomatoes, fresh cilantro, Tabasco or cayenne


Time:   2-5 hours

Eva Longoria has been cooking since she was a little girl and loves whipping up dishes like this. This chunky guacamole is fresh and bright with just the right amount of...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cayenne pepper, sugar, salt, fresh ginger root, garlic, green onions, Kirby cucumbers


Time:   over 5 hours

You'll love the sensational addition of crab to a cilantro and jalapeno-packed bowl of guacamole.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Serve up this Frito Lay style bean dip at your next party or movie night. Perfect with your favorite chips. Add more jalapenos or cayenne for a spicier dip.


Time:   1-2 hours

When a party kicks off with bruschetta, it can't help but be a good one. Crispy baked bread and tomatoes are standard, but the fresh herbs really make this recipe...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Whoa, flavor alert. Think Asian-style hummus, with edamame instead of chickpeas and bold flavors like ginger and wasabi in place of cumin.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Get a little wild with these tasty appetizer meatballs. Lean ground chicken is mixed with cooked wild rice, to form tender meatballs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Graham crackers have a multitude of uses from snacks to baking. Try this homemade version rather than buying them at the store.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This dish marries tender meatballs with a flavorful barbecue sauce. The best part? The oven does the initial cooking, then your crockpot steps in to let those flavors...

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Cherry tomatoes are filled with bacon, mayo, green onions, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley.


Time:   2-5 hours

Scotch eggs are such a treat, and you can enjoy them more often when they're not deep-fried. Hard-boiled eggs baked with an outer coating of sausage are just too good to pass up.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Pork riblets are marinated in a red wine-plum sauce mixture overnight and then baked in the oven until tender.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with green tomatoes, green bell peppers, cabbage, onions, salt, vinegar, brown sugar, dry mustard, turmeric, celery seed

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Ready to impress your dinner guests or subtly show off your canning skills? These pickled green tomatoes offer an exciting alternative to typical pickling with gorgeous color and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This smoked salmon pate is not only delicious but also super easy to whip up. With a creamy texture and a kick from horseradish, it's perfect on crackers for your next get-together.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with mayonnaise, black pepper, salt, onion, butter, fresh mushrooms, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

These baked salami chips are crispy and irresistible. They make a painless party appetizer, and you can easily dress them up with cheese and crackers for something a little classier.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Candied almonds or cashews can add a terrific touch to salads, bringing some sweetness and crunchiness into the mix. Or, simply serve as a snack.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you're new to hummus, this is the perfect recipe for you. It's easy to make and tastes great. This basic recipe can be modified to suit individual tastes.


Time:   1-2 hours

Some roasted red pepper adds tremendous flavor and color to hummus. A drizzle of good quality olive oil, a dash of smoked paprika on top? You've got a gourmet dip on your...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This addicting dip is made with only three ingredients: mayonnaise, Swiss cheese, and onions.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

No need to break out the charcoal for this grilled appetizer. Shrimp are wrapped in bacon and basted with a barbecue sauce mixture and cooked on an indoor...

Method:   indoor grill, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you've never been up to New England to experience true crab cakes, add it to the bucket list. Until then, this recipe for crispy, Maryland-style cakes should tide you over.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This sensational dipping sauce made with fresh ginger and sesame oil adds a serious punch of flavor to some potstickers or other dumplings of choice.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with pina colada mix, flake coconut, flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, egg, butter or...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A tangy marinade turns a boring appetizer into an addicting one. These olives are easy to make ahead of time, too.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Whip up some homemade pico de gallo with fresh tomatoes, jalapeno, lime juice, red onion, and cilantro. This simple recipe is perfect for adding a zesty kick to your favorite...


Time:   1-2 hours

No shortage of uses for this delicious spread, and it's easy enough to make with kids. Throw it on toast, throw it on pancakes, throw it straight on a spoon.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This cocktail sauce has just the right proportions of chili sauce, ketchup, and horseradish. It's spicy without being too hot but yet has just the right "bite" to it.


Time:   30-60 minutes