Appetizers and Snacks

As if chocolate pudding wasn't delicious enough. Pair it with fresh fruit for dipping and you have a real winner.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Savor steak in a bite-sized form with these king-size steak bites. Combining the depth of a red wine marinade and a bold mustard butter sauce makes this dish an instant standout.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Craving a sweet dip? This sweet cream cheese and chocolate chip mixture goes perfectly with cookies, fruit, or sweet crackers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't throw away those seeds on Halloween when you're done carving your pumpkin. A simple roast with salt and butter turns the seeds into a crispy treat (but...


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, red onion, red tomatoes, jalapenos, garlic, fresh cilantro, kumquats, orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Made with lemon zest, strawberries, goat cheese, fresh mint, prosciutto, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, black pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

A good Cuban sandwich is unbeatable. The combination of roast pork and Swiss balanced by the crisp bite of dill pickle hits the spot. Slice them up small to throw on a party...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fresh ground sumac adds a nice finishing touch to creamy hummus, and you can surround the dip with an assortment of pita, crackers and veggies.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Cheesy stuffed sliders are the perfect bite-sized snack or party food. Tender, juicy beef is stuffed with gooey cheese and sandwiched between soft, fluffy slider buns.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

This fluffy cookie dip tastes like pumpkin pie! Serve it with your favorite cookies, pound cake cubes, or fruit dippers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Picture this: creamy, spiced bean dip that's just begging to pair up with your favorite tortilla chips. Ready to dive into a crowd-pleaser?

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with parsley, whole milk, sour cream, shallots, peanut oil, pita bread rounds, salt and cayenne pepper, fresh goat cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

These mini burgers are the perfect way to show off your culinary skills at your next party. Turkey burgers are stuffed with red onion and BBQ sauce, grilled, and served on...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Sauteed scallops strike the ideal balance between elegance and ease of preparation. Ready in under half an hour, these scallops get their tasty flavor from simple, fresh ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Boil some baccala (dried cod) before mixing it together with garlic and olive oil for a creamy spread perfect for crostini or crackers.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Perfect as a salad or an appetizer. Fresh tomatoes, avocado, and basil are stacked with tender shredded chicken with a light olive oil drizzle.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

If you like a good meatball sandwich then you'll love these party-perfect meatball sliders.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Avocados are mashed with lime juice, garlic, and cilantro to make a guacamole-like filling for these deviled eggs.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with baking soda, salt, Crispix cereal, butter, brown sugar, corn syrup

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with powdered sugar, raisins, Golden Grahams cereal, peanuts, peanut butter, butter, chocolate chips

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sugar, pineapple juice, mayonnaise, salsa, crushed pineapple


Time:   1-2 hours

Bite-sized hot dogs simmered in a grape jelly and chili sauce blend create an easy, fun snack or party food.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, black pepper, onion powder, fresh mushrooms, cream cheese, deviled ham, bread crumbs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Give plain chips a grand entrance with this exciting artichoke dip featuring creamy cheese and a splash of heat. Serious flavor but easy to cook, what's not to love?

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapenos, garlic, salt, avocados, red onions, plum tomatoes

Method:   outdoor grill, oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with grape jelly, cocktail wieners, Dijon mustard, prepared mild mustard

Method:   crock pot
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with pickled onions, olive oil, sweet green pepper, carrots, cauliflower florets, mushroom, garlic, chili sauce, fresh tomatoes, flaked tuna

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with jalapeno jelly, green onion, pecans, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Cheddar cheese


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with parsley, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, mayonnaise, onion, chili sauce, crab meat


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with salt and pepper, smoked oysters, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, onion, garlic, mayonnaise


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, olive oil, flour, salt, garlic, horseradish, asiago cheese, parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with bread, dried beef, frozen chopped spinach, cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, green onion, dill weed, beau monde seasoning


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with hot sausage, sour cream, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, green onions, diced pimentos

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salt, dried oregano, ribs, white wine, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Why settle for ordinary snacks? This gumdrop popcorn cake has popcorn, gum drops, and peanuts, all drenched in melted marshmallow goodness. Perfect for kids and the young at heart.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with onion, garlic, Brie cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper, bread

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with flour, milk, crab meat, butter, shallots or scallions, lemon juice, salt and pepper, mushroom caps

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with green onions, black olives, fresh cilantro, bacon, refried beans, sour cream, taco seasoning mix, cheddar cheese, guacamole, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with lobster, cream cheese, white wine, onion salt, seasoned salt, dill weed


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with salt, butter, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, cumin, sweet paprika, garlic powder, pecan

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with parsley, pecans, tuna in water, cream cheese, lemon juice, onion, horseradish, salt


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with flaked coconut, popcorn, salt, cinnamon, honey graham cereal, peanuts, raisins, dried banana chips, margarine or butter, honey

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with chicken, salt, bay leaf, shortening, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, tomatoes, chicken soup base or bouillon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, water, fajita seasoning, flour fajita shells, tomato, onion, butter, mexican cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Tabasco sauce, liverwurst, onions, prepared mustard, cream cheese


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with corn flake crumbs, evaporated milk, flour, cream cheese, onion, corned beef, sauerkraut


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with confectioner's sugar, butterscotch chips, butter, peanut butter, cereal

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Worcestershire sauce, white bread, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion, salt, fresh mushrooms, black pepper, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with egg, Gouda cheese, crescent rolls

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes