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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 irish potato skins

Irish Potato Skins

Made with fresh thyme, russet potatoes, butter, leeks, white wine vinegar, kosher salt, black pepper, dried thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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 fresh tomato pineapple salsa

Fresh Tomato Pineapple Salsa

Made with garlic, lemon juice, tomatoes, pineapple, jalapeno peppers, green onions, fresh cilantro


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for ramaki

Ramaki

Made with Worcestershire sauce, chunk pineapple, water chestnuts, bacon

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for garlicky shrimp tapas

Garlicky Shrimp Tapas

Made with fresh parsley, large shrimp, olive oil, garlic, bay leaf, red pepper flakes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for smoked chicken pate

Smoked Chicken Pate

Craving a quick and tasty snack? Try this smoked chicken pate. It's creamy, spicy, and a perfect pair for crackers.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for microwave crab-stuffed mushrooms

Microwave Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms

Made with cayenne, mushrooms, scallions, margarine, crabmeat, fresh parsley, horseradish, garlic, hot red pepper sauce

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 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 soda crackers

Soda Crackers

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

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken pups

Chicken Pups

Made with ketchup, chicken breast tenders, mustard, refrigerated cornbread twist dough

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crab and cucumber rolls

Crab and Cucumber Rolls

Made with Tabasco sauce, sugar, salt, cucumber, crab meat, mayonnaise, onion


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for bourbon pecans

Bourbon Pecans

Made with black pepper, bourbon, pecan, corn oil, Worcestershire sauce, angostura bitters, sugar, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for escabeche de atum (pickled tuna)

Escabeche De Atum (Pickled Tuna)

Made with black olives, eggs, fresh parsley, fresh tuna, yellow onion, garlic, white wine vinegar, salt, cayenne pepper, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker fruity spicy meatballs

Slow Cooker Fruity Spicy Meatballs

Made with apple juice, cranberry sauce, frozen Italian meatballs, garlic, chili sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for hot and spicy artichoke shrimp dip

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

recipe for apple party sandwiches

Apple Party Sandwiches

Made with salted peanuts, orange juice, cream cheese, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon-raisin bread, Golden Delicious apples


Time:   under 30 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 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 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 mini-magic meatballs

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


recipe for salsa pinwheels

Salsa Pinwheels

Made with flour tortillas, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, green onions, salsa, vodka


Time:   over 5 hours

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 sensational scallop hors d'oeuvres

Sensational Scallop Hors D'Oeuvres

Made with salt and pepper, scallops, olive oil, onion, vinegar, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for phyllo sausage and cheese triangles

Phyllo Sausage And Cheese Triangles

Made with spaghetti sauce, margarine or butter, bulk hot Italian or pork sausage, onion, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, dried oregano, frozen phyllo dough

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for boniet

Boniet

Made with olive oil, white vinegar, fresh parsley, anchovy fillets, garlic, tomato paste


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for chunky tuna and vegetable antipasto

Chunky Tuna And Vegetable Antipasto

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

recipe for baked fiesta spinach dip

Baked Fiesta Spinach Dip

Made with pecans, black olives, onion, vegetable oil, salsa, frozen chopped spinach, monterey jack cheese, cream cheese, light cream

Method:   oven, 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 garlic almonds

Garlic Almonds

Made with garlic, almonds, olive oil

Method:   oven
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 bacon horseradish dip

Bacon Horseradish Dip

Made with onions, bacon, horseradish, sour cream, mayonnaise, parsley


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for rum weinies

Rum Weinies

Made with rum, turkey hot dogs, ketchup, brown sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   over 2 hours

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 rainforest cafe's caribo coconut chicken

Rainforest Cafe's Caribo Coconut Chicken

Made with chicken breast, salt, sugar, corn starch, flaked coconut, flour, eggs, water, vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for spinach-mushroom cheesecake

Spinach-Mushroom Cheesecake

Made with breadcrumbs, butter or margarine, frozen spinach, fresh mushrooms, onion, garlic, pimento, cream cheese, feta cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for brit's pub hearts of artichoke with dip

Brit's Pub Hearts Of Artichoke With Dip

Made with egg yolks, milk, artichoke hearts, flour, breadcrumbs, oil, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sour cream

Method:   deep fryer
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 cajun stuffed mushrooms

Cajun Stuffed Mushrooms

Made with mushroom caps, bulk sausage, onion, bell pepper, salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, water, instant rice, parsley

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for red neck caviar

Red Neck Caviar

Made with salt and pepper, Italian salad dressing, white corn, black beans, black-eyed peas, vidalia onion, tomato, diced jalapenos


Time:   over 5 hours

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 mexican fruit dip

Mexican Fruit Dip

Made with fruit, rum, cinnamon, cream cheese, powdered sugar, sour cream, marshmallow creme, vanilla extract, almond extract


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for oysters bordelaise

Oysters Bordelaise

Made with oil, olive oil, garlic, scallions, dry sherry, salt and pepper, flour, paprika

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 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 pickled napa cabbage

Pickled Napa Cabbage

Made with garlic, napa cabbage, sugar, white vinegar, salt, water, dried peppers


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for crawfish bites

Crawfish Bites

Made with butter, green onions, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, celery, brown sugar, lemon, Creole seasoning, red pepper, white pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican haystacks

Mexican Haystacks

Made with salsa, sour cream, cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, ground beef, chili beans, onion, lettuce, tomatoes, olives


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fried bow tie pasta chips

Fried Bow Tie Pasta Chips

Made with bow tie pasta, water, vegetable oil, flour, salt, white pepper, eggs, milk, bread crumbs

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for creamy slow cooker spinach dip

Creamy Slow Cooker Spinach Dip

Made with thyme, onion, garlic salt, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, whipping cream, frozen chopped spinach, Parmesan cheese, pimento

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for crab and shrimp appetizer balls

Crab and Shrimp Appetizer Balls

Made with seasoned pepper, dry mustard, mayonnaise, cilantro, green onions, pepper sauce, celery, crab, shrimp, non-stick cooking spray

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes





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