What's a party without the Swedish meatballs? These mini bites are subtly spiced with nutmeg and allspice to add a little intrigue to their flavor palate. The meatballs...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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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Swedish Meat Balls Party-Style
Veggie Crudites With Three Dips
Fun fact: you can call raw, sliced veggies "crudites" and make your food seem twice as fancy without lifting a finger.
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Sardine Dip
Need a fast and flavorful snack? This sardine dip combines salty sardines, tangy salad dressing, and just a hint of garlic and onion. Great with crackers or for spreading on bread.
Time: under 30 minutes
Pumpkin Hummus
Hummus with fall flavors. Pumpkin puree is mixed with tahini and seasonings and garnished with toasted pumpkin seeds.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
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Maple Glazed Nuts
Made with walnuts, maple syrup, cinnamon, butter, salt, vanilla extract
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Pizza Meatballs
Mozzarella stuffed meatballs are slow-cooked in a tasty tomato sauce. Serve as an appetizer or entree.
Method: oven, crock pot
Time: 30-60 minutes
Mini Mac And Cheese Bites
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
Instant Salsa
Don't skip out on the splash of red wine vinegar. It helps give this salsa a punch that brightens up tacos, burrito bowls, and anything else you throw this salsa on top of.
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Texas Jalapeno Peppers
These cheesy stuffed peppers make a great appetizer or snack. They aren't overly hot because the jalapenos are boiled first, which reduces some of the heat
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Caramelized Onion, Pear And Goat Cheese Pizzas
Made with olive oil, butter, salt, pizza dough, pear, goat cheese, red onions
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Stuffed Baguette With Sun-Dried Tomato Tapenade
Sun dried tomatoes and goat cheese give the tapenade its zing while cream cheese gives it a lovely, creamy texture.
Time: 1-2 hours
Green And Black Olive Tapenade
Made with black pepper, olive oil, italian parsley, green olives, black olives, orange zest, lemon zest, anchovy fillets, garlic
Time: under 30 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
Avocado Angel Eggs
Avocados are mashed with lime juice, garlic, and cilantro to make a guacamole-like filling for these deviled eggs.
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Sweet Corn, Cabbage, And Bell Pepper Relish
Made with onion, green bell peppers, red bell pepper, sugar, dry mustard, celery seed, mustard seed, salt, garlic, turmeric
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cheesy Fried Olives
Made with Parmesan cheese, Sicilian olives, flour, egg, breadcrumbs, oil, Kalamata olives
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Payday Snack
Candy corn mixed with peanuts create a Halloween snack that tastes just like a Payday candy bar.
Time: under 30 minutes
Buffalo Style Stuffed Eggs
Hard boiled eggs are stuffed with a mixture of egg yolk, blue cheese, mayo, and hot sauce, and garnished with minced celery
Method: stovetop
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
Hot and Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip
Made with Cheddar cheese, tabasco sauce, frozen spinach, artichoke hearts, butter, garlic, yellow onion or scallion, cream or half and half, cream cheese, Parmesan...
Method: oven, stovetop, microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Beef and Wild Mushroom Pate with Cognac Mustard Sauce
Made with salt, black pepper, ground beef, ground pork, buttermilk, thyme, sage, egg whites, prosciutto
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Hot Pie Crust Wrapped Olive Cheese Balls
Made with sharp Cheddar cheese, pie crust mix, paprika, stuffed olives
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Texas-Style Beef Sushi
A fun Texas-style twist to sushi! Thin roast beef is wrapped around cheesy rice and refried beans.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Chinese Steamed Pork Dumplings (Shiu Mai)
Made with soy sauce, sesame oil, round dumpling skins, prawns, Chinese mushrooms, ground pork, green onion, egg, salt, sugar
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Sour Cream Vegetable Dip
Quick to prepare and great for entertaining, the sour cream dip is ideal for pairing with your favorite veggies or chips. Just let it chill for 30 minutes, and you're ready to...
Time: under 30 minutes
Beer Dip
A beer dip that'll be different with every brew you try. A lager beer, not too heavy or too light, is a safe choice to play nice with the sharp flavor of cheddar.
Time: 2-5 hours
Easy Freezer Sweet Pickles
If you love pickles but don't want to go through the hassle of canning them, try this easy freezer sweet pickle recipe instead. All you need are cucumbers, onions, salt...
Time: over 5 hours
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
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
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
Mini Pepperoni Rolls
These make great finger food for parties or just as a snack. Slices of pepperoni and cheese are rolled up inside crescent roll dough and baked until golden brown and the cheese is...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Beef Carpaccio with Capered Goat Cheese
Beef carpaccio is a collection of exquisitely balanced flavors. Thin slices of raw beef with goat cheese, capers, and arugula, topped off with truffle oil...
Time: under 30 minutes
Avocado Shrimp Bruschetta
Tasty party or Christmas appetizer with green avocado and minced red bell pepper. Very easy to make too!
Time: 1-2 hours
Gorgonzola-Stuffed Figs
Made with water, sugar, pecan, Gorgonzola or blue cheese, dried figs, soft cream cheese
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Bleu Cheese Spread With Figs
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
Taquitos (Fried Pork-Filled Tortillas)
Made with ancho chili, cumin, corn tortillas, fresh jalapenos, oil, boneless pork shoulder, white onion, garlic, bay leaves
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Fig And Walnut Amuse-Bouche Appetizer
Made with walnut halves, figs, prosciutto, Gorgonzola cheese
Time: under 30 minutes
Bruschetta With Gorgonzola Cheese And Honey
Made with honey or maple syrup, baguette, olive oil, Gorgonzola cheese
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Chocolate Chip Dip
Craving a sweet dip? This sweet cream cheese and chocolate chip mixture goes perfectly with cookies, fruit, or sweet crackers.
Time: under 30 minutes
Texas Caviar With Black-Eyed Peas And Corn
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
Potato Chip Topped Stuffed Mushrooms
One appetizer to rule them all. This bite-size mushroom has a secret ingredient. Filled with a creamy mixture and topped with potato chips for a punch, you can be...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Crab Cakes With Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
These bell pepper and breadcrumb crab cakes are pretty amazing, but it's the roasted red pepper sauce that pulls the whole thing together.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Chow Chow
Made with green tomatoes, green bell peppers, cabbage, onions, salt, vinegar, brown sugar, dry mustard, turmeric, celery seed
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Crystal Green Pickles
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
Iced Nuts
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
Oysters Louisiana
Made with salt and pepper, bread crumbs, butter, oysters, green onions, garlic, lump crabmeat
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Puff Pastry Cheese Straws
Twisty cheese straws are a nice touch for a party. They're the ultimate light munch. No matter how many of them you make, you can be sure that the only leftovers will be...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Cherry Tomato Bocconcini And Basil Bruschetta
Marinated bocconcini (mozzarella) cheese balls, cherry tomatoes, basil and arugula are piled on grilled slices of rustic or artisan style bread.
Method: outdoor grill
Time: under 30 minutes
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