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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 cream cheese guacamole dip

Cream Cheese Guacamole Dip

There's nothing quite like combining the smoothness of cream cheese with the freshness of avocados for a tasty twist on a classic. Welcome to your new go-to dip for any...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gui chai (chive dumplings)

Gui Chai (Chive Dumplings)

Made with soy sauce, vegetable oil, rice flour, sticky rice flour, water, tapioca flour, Chinese chives

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for layered derby day dip

Layered Derby Day Dip

Made with bacon, turkey breast, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, instant chicken bouillon, cayenne pepper, Parmesan cheese, Swiss cheese, tomato


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for ralph & kakoo's fried stuffed oysters on the half shell with crawfish stuffing

Ralph & Kakoo's Fried Stuffed Oysters On The Half Shell With Crawfish Stuffing

Made with onion, bell pepper, garlic, crawfish tails, blackened seasoning, Cajun seasoning, garlic sauce, fresh parsley...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for boston bean dip

Boston Bean Dip

Made with chili sauce, dry mustard powder, salt, red kidney beans, garlic, onion, mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, black pepper


Time:   over 5 hours

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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 camelback inn's spinach, artichoke, and poblano dip

Camelback Inn's Spinach, Artichoke, And Poblano Dip

Made with poblano chile, Cholula sauce, pepperjack cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, prepared horseradish, artichoke hearts, green chiles...

Method:   oven
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 easy beef nachos

Easy Beef Nachos

Made with black olives, tomato, lettuce, ground beef, refried beans, chunky salsa, enchilada seasoning, cheddar cheese, Monterey jack cheese, white tortilla chips

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cajun spiced pecans

Cajun Spiced Pecans

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for atjar (indonesia)

Atjar (Indonesia)

Atjar is a popular Indonesian condiment, made with pickled vegetables. Atjar is typically served as a side dish, alongside main courses. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a...


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for slow cooker barbecued cocktail meatballs

Slow Cooker Barbecued Cocktail Meatballs

Made with ketchup, bread crumbs, egg, onion, black pepper, garlic salt, brown sugar, tomato paste, soy sauce, cider vinegar

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

recipe for holiday stuffed celery bites

Holiday Stuffed Celery Bites

Made with celery, cream cheese, sour cream, green olives, walnuts, Tabasco sauce


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for super sandwich cake

Super Sandwich Cake

Made with ketchup, cream cheese, white bread, Italian salad dressing, bologna, American cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for party ham and cheese tortilla wraps

Party Ham And Cheese Tortilla Wraps

Made with American cheese, flour tortillas, cream cheese, ham


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hot spinach and bacon dip

Hot Spinach And Bacon Dip

Made with bacon, mozzarella cheese, frozen spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for oyster patties

Oyster Patties

Made with lemon, butter or margarine, oysters, liquid from oysters, bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, egg, hot sauce, flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for mini reuben sandwiches

Mini Reuben Sandwiches

Made with cocktail rye bread, Thousand Island dressing, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for texas chow-chow

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

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 tofu stuffed portobello mushroom

Tofu Stuffed Portobello Mushroom

Made with fresh mint, parsley or cilantro, grated fresh nutmeg, sweet onion, olive oil, brown sugar, tofu, salt, portobello mushroom

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat el chico salsa verde

Copycat El Chico Salsa Verde

Made with roux, pumpkin seeds, green chiles, fresh parsley, chicken stock, oil, salt and 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 mexican con queso (velveeta cheese dip)

Mexican Con Queso (Velveeta Cheese Dip)

This easy queso recipe will have you dipping your chips in a matter of minutes. Can also add sliced pickled jalapenos to increase the heat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for smokey salmon ball

Smokey Salmon Ball

Made with fresh parsley, pecans, liquid smoke, salt, horseradish, onions, lemon juice, cream cheese, canned salmon


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for tomato onion relish

Tomato Onion Relish

Made with ground red pepper, tomatoes, yellow or white onions, apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


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 jello popcorn balls

Jello Popcorn Balls

Create a fun and flavorsome snack with these jello popcorn balls. This recipe pairs popped popcorn with a gelatin mixture, forming colorful balls that last for days. A cheerful...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ritz cracker spread

Ritz Cracker Spread

Made with Cool Whip, cream cheese, powdered sugar, crushed pineapple


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for spinach nuggets

Spinach Nuggets

Made with eggs, frozen chopped spinach, onion, butter or margarine, stuffing mix, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for three day lime pickles

Three Day Lime Pickles

Made with salt, pickling seed, cucumbers, lime, water, sugar, apple cider vinegar, whole cloves, celery seed

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for buckhead colorado steakhouse spinach and artichoke dip

Buckhead Colorado Steakhouse Spinach And Artichoke Dip

Made with oil, red onion, artichoke hearts and bottoms, mayonnaise, sour cream, monterey jack cheese, lemon juice, garlic, hot cayenne pepper...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for green tomato jalapeno chow chow

Green Tomato Jalapeno Chow Chow

Made with salt, sugar, cider vinegar, water, green tomatoes, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, yellow bell peppers, onions, fresh jalapenos

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for microwave roasted peanuts

Microwave Roasted Peanuts

Made with water, peanuts, salt

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked gouda in puff pastry

Baked Gouda In Puff Pastry

Made with puff pastry, pecans, Gouda cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for catahoula's savory crabmeat cheesecake

Catahoula's Savory Crabmeat Cheesecake

Made with butter or margarine, olive oil, onion, celery, green bell pepper, roasted red peppers, green onions, cream cheese, smoked Gouda cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for parmesan onion canapes

Parmesan Onion Canapes

Made with cocktail bread, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, onion, milk

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for italian beef spiedini with mozzarella

Italian Beef Spiedini With Mozzarella

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


recipe for end-of-the-garden pickle

End-Of-The-Garden Pickle

Made with mustard seed, dry mustard, sugar, brown sugar, sweet red pepper, sweet green peppers, pickling onions, carrots, green beans, zucchini

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spicy asian-style ginger hummus

Spicy Asian-Style Ginger Hummus

Made with fresh cilantro, lemon juice, garlic, fresh ginger, cooked garbanzo beans, cashew butter or peanut butter, soy sauce, Asian chili sauce, ground cumin, vegetable...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crawfish bread

Crawfish Bread

This crawfish bread recipe is southern comfort food. Enjoy tender crawfish tails simmered in a savory sauce, spread over warm, cheese-covered bread, and broiled to perfection.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for rhubarb relish

Rhubarb Relish

Made with black pepper, ground cloves, allspice, rhubarb, onion, brown sugar, vinegar, salt, cinnamon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crispy salmon potato pancakes

Crispy Salmon Potato Pancakes

Made with applesauce, vegetable oil, salmon, baking potatoes, carrots, eggs, flour, black pepper, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for ajvar

Ajvar

Made with parsley, oil, lemon, eggplants, red or green bell peppers, salt, black pepper, garlic

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for easy bacon appetizers

Easy Bacon Appetizers

Who says fancy appetizers have to be complicated? These easy bacon appetizers are a trifecta of creamy, crispy, and smoky flavors. A snack win!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for soda crackers

Soda Crackers

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

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker creamy chili cheese dip

Slow Cooker Creamy Chili Cheese Dip

Made with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, canned chili

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for branston pickle

Branston Pickle

Made with brown sugar, carrot, rutabaga, garlic, dates, cauliflower, yellow onion, apple, zucchini, sweet gherkins

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sweet onion relish

Sweet Onion Relish

Made with celery seeds, salt, sweet onions, sugar, white vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for lentil spread

Lentil Spread

Made with French bread, salt and pepper, sage, lentils, water, carrot, onion, celery, garlic, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours





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