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Appetizers and Snacks

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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recipe for applebee's nachos nuevos

Applebee's Nachos Nuevos

Made with jalapeno slices, sour cream, lettuce, Mexican-seasoned beef, tortilla chips, black beans, queso cheese sauce, tomatoes


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for possum dip

Possum Dip

Made with corn chips, milk, ground beef, ranch style beans, tomatoes with green chilies, onion, garlic powder, salt and pepper, mild Mexican-flavored process cheese product

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brandy gouda dip

Brandy Gouda Dip

Made with brandy, Gouda cheese, sour cream, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for traditional chicken liver rumaki

Traditional Chicken Liver Rumaki

Made with bacon, water chestnuts, chicken livers, dry sherry, soy sauce, brown sugar, oil, garlic powder, ground ginger, water

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for 201 restaurant & bar cream cheese crab cakes

201 Restaurant & Bar Cream Cheese Crab Cakes

Made with bread crumbs, crab meat, cream cheese, red bell pepper, red onions, celery, hot sauce, Creole seasoning, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for tofu dill dip

Tofu Dill Dip

A tasty and healthy alternative to traditional dips. This creamy blend features soft tofu, fresh cucumber, and zesty lemon juice, spiced up with dried dill and garlic powder.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker blt dip

Slow Cooker BLT Dip

Craving a blend of classic flavors in dip form? This BLT masterpiece takes all the best things about the quintessential sandwich and serves it in a bowl.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for dinosaur dip

Dinosaur Dip

Made with sour cream, yogurt, ranch salad dressing mix


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cocoa crunchy snack mix

Cocoa Crunchy Snack Mix

Made with raisins, peanuts, popped popcorn, Cocoa Puffs cereal, miniature marshmallows, semisweet chocolate pieces


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bread machine garlic and chive bread

Bread Machine Garlic And Chive Bread

Forget plain bread. This garlic and chive recipe is what you've been missing. Parmesan cheese and a light, delicate texture make it a must-try.

Method:   bread machine
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for nuts and bolts party mix

Nuts and Bolts Party Mix

Made with celery salt, Shreddies, cheerios, Crispix cereal, Corn Bran, Corn Pops, mixed nuts, pretzels, peanut oil, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for mac and cheese triangles

Mac And Cheese Triangles

Made with cheese, bread crumbs, macaroni and cheese mix, oil

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for liverwurst spread

Liverwurst Spread

Slather this creamy liverwurst spread on crackers or cocktail bread for a snack or party appetizer.


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for polish mistakes

Polish Mistakes

Made with cocktail rye bread, ground beef, sausage, onion, processed cheese food, dried oregano, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for mi tierra's tex-mex chile con queso

Mi Tierra's Tex-Mex Chile con Queso

Made with extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, processed cheese product, heavy cream, tomato, yellow onion, jalapeno, tortilla chips

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheese and pineapple hedgehog

Cheese And Pineapple Hedgehog

Made with cherry, toothpicks, orange, Cheddar cheese, pineapple chunks


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy nuts and bolts

Spicy Nuts and Bolts

Made with Corn Chex cerea, Rice Chex cereal, cheerios, pretzel sticks, pecans, margarine, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, garlic salt, celery salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for maple walnut raisin cream cheese

Maple Walnut Raisin Cream Cheese

Made with cinnamon, maple flavoring, cream cheese, walnuts, raisins, water, dark brown sugar


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spam dip

Spam Dip

Made with fresh cilantro, onion, celery, cream cheese, Spam, Worcestershire sauce, salsa, cayenne pepper, green bell peppers


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for baked caramel corn

Baked Caramel Corn

Made with popcorn, butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, salt, baking soda, vanilla extract

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for old fashioned chip dip

Old Fashioned Chip Dip

Made with onion, cream cheese, ketchup, mustard, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salad dressing


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jerusalem artichoke relish

Jerusalem Artichoke Relish

Made with red pepper, turmeric, ground allspice, celery salt, Jerusalem artichokes, onions, white vinegar, brown sugar, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker cranberry meatballs

Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs

Made with eggs, salt, black pepper, onion, bread crumbs, water, cranberry sauce, brown sugar, chili sauce, lemon juice

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for black truffle sabayon

Black Truffle Sabayon

Made with Rainwater Madeira, black truffle, sugar, egg yolks

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for avocado crab dip

Avocado Crab Dip

Made with frozen crab meat, avocados, lemon juice, cream cheese, green onions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for wicked snack mix

Wicked Snack Mix

Made with butter or margarine, Waffle Crisp cereal, peanuts, raisins, candy coated chocolate pieces

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker barbecue hot dogs

Slow Cooker Barbecue Hot Dogs

Made with hot dogs, grape jelly, barbecue sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for texas roadhouse queso

Texas Roadhouse Queso

Made with cream of mushroom soup, Roma tomato, butter, flour, sea salt, milk, muenster cheese, jalapeno pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brown sugar and sour cream candied nuts

Brown Sugar And Sour Cream Candied Nuts

Made with walnuts or pecans, brown sugar, sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mockamole (mock guacamole with green peas)

Mockamole (Mock Guacamole With Green Peas)

Made with frozen green peas, cumin, onion, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt and ground black pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for meatball fondue

Meatball Fondue

Made with onion, bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, tomato paste, red wine vinegar, honey, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chipped beef dip

Chipped Beef Dip

Made with bread, onion, celery seed, dried beef, mayonnaise, sour cream, dill


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for butterscotch popcorn

Butterscotch Popcorn

Made with peanuts, salt, popcorn, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, butterscotch chips, vanilla extract, baking soda

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sweet russian slow cooker appetizer ribs

Sweet Russian Slow Cooker Appetizer Ribs

Made with pineapple juice, Russian salad dressing, spareribs, salt and pepper, water, garlic salt

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for mother goose popcorn

Mother Goose Popcorn

Made with baking soda, popcorn kernels, butter, sugar, food coloring, evaporated milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for barbecued walnuts or pecans

Barbecued Walnuts Or Pecans

Made with seasoned salt, cooking oil spray, butter, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, Tabasco sauce, walnut or pecan

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker jimmy dean cheese dip

Slow Cooker Jimmy Dean Cheese Dip

This cheese dip combines Jimmy Dean sausage with Cheez Whiz, cheese soup, and green chiles for a savory and rich appetizer. Conveniently prepared in a crock pot, serve...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for lobster spread

Lobster Spread

Made with black pepper, salt, mayonnaise, lobster meat, lemon or lime juice, fresh parsley, basil, or cilantro, onion, capers


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for velveeta hot poppers

Velveeta Hot Poppers

Made with peanut oil, Velveeta cheese, jalapeno peppers, milk, flour, bread crumbs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for mustard glazed kielbasa

Mustard Glazed Kielbasa

Made with vegetable oil, ground cloves, cornstarch, Dijon mustard, water, carrots, kielbasa or smoked beef sausage, pineapple chunks, brown sugar, pineapple juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bacon-cheddar appetizers

Bacon-Cheddar Appetizers

Made with Triscuits or other crackers, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, onion, bacon bits

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for classic clams casino

Classic Clams Casino

Made with bacon, bread crumbs, butter, red bell peppers, parsley, green onions, cayenne pepper, littleneck clams

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for turkey swedish meatballs

Turkey Swedish Meatballs

Made with fresh parsley, sour cream, black pepper, salt, ground allspice, ground turkey breast, olive oil, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hot seafood dip bread bowl

Hot Seafood Dip Bread Bowl

Made with salt and pepper, onion powder, cheddar cheese, Italian bread, cream cheese, crab meat, baby shrimp

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker apple mustard kielbasa

Slow Cooker Apple Mustard Kielbasa

Made with mustard, kielbasa rings, apple jelly

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for jerusalem artichoke pickles (sunchoke pickles)

Jerusalem Artichoke Pickles (Sunchoke Pickles)

Made with pickling salt, apple cider vinegar, white vinegar, water, sugar, celery seeds, turmeric, mustard seeds, dry mustard, green bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for golden chicken rolls

Golden Chicken Rolls

Made with oil, flour, chicken breast halves, butter, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for stone crab cakes with sauce remoulade baton rouge

Stone Crab Cakes with Sauce Remoulade Baton Rouge

Made with Old Bay seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, fresh chives, fresh parsley, panko, lemon, mayonnaise

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for soda crackers

Soda Crackers

Made with salt, flour, butter, milk, vinegar, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for palomino's dungeness crab and marinated artichoke dip

Palomino's Dungeness Crab and Marinated Artichoke Dip

Made with crackers or thin bread slices, bread crumbs, butter or margarine, parsley, fresh rosemary, fresh basil, fresh thyme, fresh oregano, fresh...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes





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