Made with sugar, butter, slivered blanched almonds
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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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Caramelized Almonds
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
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Bites
Made with celery, carrots, butter, chicken thighs, chili sauce, cayenne pepper, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, blue cheese salad dressing
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Mocha Spread
Brighten your bread with a swirl of mocha magic; this creamy spread pairs well with your favorite pastry, making your everyday snacks a touch more exciting.
Time: under 30 minutes
Escargots En Cercueils (Snails In Puff Pastry Shells)
Made with snails, white wine, onion, shallot, garlic, salt and freshly ground black pepper, nutmeg, puff pastry, egg yolk, milk
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
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Blackened Salmon Quesadillas
Made with barbecue sauce, garlic, salt, black pepper, salmon filet, Cajun blackening seasoning, whole-wheat tortillas, olive oil, Cheddar cheese
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Frijoles Con Queso Dip
Made with tortilla chips, refried beans, salsa, Cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Diabetic Sausage-Cheese Balls
Made with turkey breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, fresh parsley, ground red pepper, baking mix
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Jazzy Jezabel Sauce
Made with crackers, dry mustard, horseradish, pineapple topping or preserves, apple jelly, cream cheese
Time: under 30 minutes
Greek-Style Marinated Mushrooms
Made with mushrooms, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, coriander seeds, dried thyme, dried oregano, black pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
All In The Blender Salmon Mousse
Made with parsley, heavy cream, unflavored gelatin, lemon juice, onion, water, mayonnaise, paprika, dill, pink salmon
Time: over 5 hours
Mini-Magic Meatballs
Made with lemon juice, grape jelly, ketchup, ground beef, bread, onion soup mix, egg, dried parsley
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Crimson-Glazed Ham Balls And Smokies
Made with graham crackers, onion, dried cranberries, milk, ground cloves, ground pork, ground ham, non-stick cooking spray, cranberry sauce, chili sauce
Method: oven, stovetop, crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
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
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
Velvet Crab
Made with cream sherry, cheddar cheese, crab meat, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, garlic salt
Method: microwave, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Firecracker Salmon Rolls
Made with salmon, spinach, carrots, green onions, chile paste, white wine, cornstarch, phyllo dough, vegetable oil
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat TGI Friday's Chicken Bruchetta
Made with angel hair pasta, Roma tomatoes, olive oil, salt, black pepper, fresh basil, garlic
Method: microwave, stovetop, oven, outdoor grill
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pennsylvania Dutch Pickled Cabbage
Made with vinegar, cabbage, carrot, green bell pepper, celery, sugar, salt
Time: 2-5 hours
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Made with bacon, soy sauce, hot pepper, ginger, lemongrass, vegetable oil, sea scallops
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Banana Dip
Made with fruit, bananas, lemon juice, vanilla extract, salt, sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, quick oatmeal
Time: under 30 minutes
Chipped Beef Dip
Made with bread, onion, celery seed, dried beef, mayonnaise, sour cream, dill
Time: under 30 minutes
Hoagie Dip
Move over traditional charcuterie; this hoagie dip is stepping into the spotlight. With its rich flavors and easy assembly, it's a dish destined to steal the show at any gathering.
Time: under 30 minutes
Pineapple Cream Cheese Dip
Made with pecans, green bell pepper, cream cheese, crushed pineapple, green onions
Time: under 30 minutes
Roasted Red Pepper Bruschetta
Made with garlic, red bell peppers, baguette, olive oil, fresh basil
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Mushroom Tapenade
Made with fresh mushrooms, capers, anchovy fillets, olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper
Time: 2-5 hours
Vinaigrette Mushrooms
Made with lemon juice, oregano, mushrooms, balsamic vinegar, cider vinegar, olive oil, white onion
Time: over 5 hours
White Chocolate Popcorn Balls
Made with white chocolate, popcorn, rainbow colored sprinkles
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Canned Bean Bean Dip
Made with chile powder, garlic salt, black beans, pinto beans, green chiles, salsa, shredded cheese
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Garlic And Ricotta Cheese Bread
Made with French bread, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, garlic, dried Italian herbs, salt, black pepper
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Vegetarian Hot Reuben Dip
Made with sauerkraut, American cheese, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, meatless corned beef, party rye bread
Method: microwave, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Velveeta Salsa Dip
Made with cilantro, processed cheese, picante sauce or salsa
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Sugar Free Zucchini Relish
Made with cornstarch, celery seed, zucchini, onion, red pepper, green bell pepper, pickling salt, sugar substitute, dry mustard, turmeric
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Sashimi With Three Sauces
Made with daikon radish, green onion, carrot, dry mustard, sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar
Time: 30-60 minutes
Escargot In Mushroom Caps
Made with mushrooms, garlic powder, butter, onion, lemon juice, escargot
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Hot And Spicy Artichoke Shrimp Dip
Made with green onion, red bell pepper strips, artichoke hearts, shrimp, cream cheese, mayonnaise, picante sauce, parmesan cheese
Method: oven, microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Fricassee of Snails With Parsley And Roasted Garlic Cream
Made with garlic, olive oil, canned snails, flat leaf parsley, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, chablis, escargot brine, butter
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
White Chocolate Fruit Dip
Made with frozen whipped topping, cream cheese, white chocolate pudding mix, white chocolate yogurt
Time: 2-5 hours
Delicious Bisquick Sausage Squares
Made with chopped green chilies, baking mix, milk, mayonnaise, Italian pork sausage, onion, egg, Cheddar cheese
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pickled Broccoli
Made with salt, prepared mustard, curry powder, broccoli florets, green bell pepper, cider vinegar, honey, olive oil
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Chicken Canapes
These chicken canapes, featuring canned chicken, pickle relish, mayo, and toasted almonds, are an excellent choice for any cocktail party. Serve on crackers or rye bread for a stylish...
Time: under 30 minutes
Jalapeno Pie
Made with non-stick cooking spray, Cheddar cheese, jalapeno slices, eggs
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
Bacon-Cheddar Appetizers
Made with Triscuits or other crackers, Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, onion, bacon bits
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Georgia Spiced Pecans
Made with vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon, evaporated milk, pecan
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Fresh Summer Salsa
Made with black pepper, salt, roma tomatoes, onion, garlic, green bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, lemon juice, fresh cilantro
Time: under 30 minutes
Cherry Dill Pickles
Made with vinegar, cucumbers, water, pickling salt, cherry leaves, fresh dill, pickling spices, sugar
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Shrimp Butter Dip
Dip into decadence with this shrimp butter dip, a creamy blend of sea-kissed shrimp and tangy cream cheese that's sure to be the catch of the day at any gathering.
Time: under 30 minutes
Molasses Popcorn Balls
Here's a clever little gem of a treat. With its combination of rich molasses and airy popcorn, these balls provide a delicious contrast between the chewy and the crunchy.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Old Bay Hot Crab Dip
Made with crabmeat, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, Old Bay Seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, lump crab meat
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
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It may look like a sad little package shoved in the back of your freezer, but frozen spinach actually has a lot of culinary uses (and some may surprise you).
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