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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 cinnamon roasted almonds

Cinnamon Roasted Almonds

Made with ground cinnamon, salt, egg whites, water, almonds, sugar substitute

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for luby's stuffed jalapenos

Luby's Stuffed Jalapenos

Made with mayonnaise, pimiento, jalapenos, cream cheese, dried chives


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 slow cooker hot crab dip

Slow Cooker Hot Crab Dip

Made with Worcestershire sauce, prepared horseradish, cream cheese, milk, crabmeat, green onions

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for coquilles saint-jacques

Coquilles Saint-Jacques

Made with salt, black pepper, sea scallops, butter or margarine, onion, mushrooms, flour, light cream, milk, Gruyere cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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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 caramel popcorn balls

Caramel Popcorn Balls

Made with popped corn, caramel candies, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for rainforest cafe's crab cakes

Rainforest Cafe's Crab Cakes

Made with crab meat, egg yolks, dry mustard, black pepper, red pepper flakes, Old Bay seasoning, salt, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, fresh parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for orange-poppy seed dip

Orange-Poppy Seed Dip

Made with orange zest, vanilla yogurt, cream cheese, orange marmalade, poppy seeds


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for christmas relish

Christmas Relish

Made with salt, sugar, white onions, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, cider vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for roasted corn and tomatillo salsa

Roasted Corn And Tomatillo Salsa

Made with salt, sugar, white wine vinegar, corn on the cob, tomatillos, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, garlic, cilantro, olive oil

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for margarita shrimp dip

Margarita Shrimp Dip

Made with margarita salt, olive oil, lime, avocados, shrimp, red tomato, yellow tomato, jalapeno pepper, onion, cilantro

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chili and chicken cheesecake

Chili and Chicken Cheesecake

Made with green chiles, chicken-flavored bouillon granules, water, cream cheese, chili powder, hot sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper, eggs, chicken

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for almond bark white trash

Almond Bark White Trash

Made with almond bark, pretzels, Rice Chex, wheat Chex, corn Chex cereal, cheerios, peanuts, mixed nuts, raisins

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker hot habanero cheese dip

Slow Cooker Hot Habanero Cheese Dip

Made with cheddar cheese, Habanero peppers, American cheese, tomato, bacon, garlic

Method:   crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tater tot roll-ups

Tater Tot Roll-Ups

Made with Tater Tots, sour cream, deli sliced ham, Swiss cheese

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for potato chip blue cheese nachos

Potato Chip Blue Cheese Nachos

Made with blue cheese, Yukon chips, garlic powder

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for dilly shrimp dip

Dilly Shrimp Dip

Made with Tabasco sauce, dill weed, salt, onion, milk, mayonnaise, cream cheese, shrimp


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chili's awesome blossom

Chili's Awesome Blossom

Made with flour, black pepper, garlic powder, buttermilk, sour cream, ketchup, seasoned salt, red pepper

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crab cakes with warm remoulade sauce

Crab Cakes With Warm Remoulade Sauce

Made with white or yellow onion, celery, garlic, parsley, green onions, onion, lump or claw crab meat, bread crumbs, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for crab mousse

Crab Mousse

Made with black pepper, lemon juice, non-stick cooking spray, unflavored gelatin, skim milk, Neufchatel cheese, yogurt, crab meat, celery, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for halibut carpaccio

Halibut Carpaccio

Made with fresh chervil, golden beets, chioggia beets, vegetable oil, salt, white pepper, shallot, olive oil, lemon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chicken spinners

Chicken Spinners

Made with flour tortillas, green chiles, cream cheese, cooked, shredded chicken breasts, sharp Cheddar cheese, green onions, stuffed green olives, black olives


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for corned beef bagel dip

Corned Beef Bagel Dip

Made with mayonnaise, sour cream, deli corned beef, onion, seasoned salt, fresh parsley, prepared horseradish, bagels


Time:   under 30 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 easy cheese straws

Easy Cheese Straws

Made with ground red pepper, salt, sharp cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, butter, paprika

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for super easy chicken fingers

Super Easy Chicken Fingers

Made with bread crumbs, skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for smoked salmon and dill tea sandwiches

Smoked Salmon and Dill Tea Sandwiches

Made with white sandwich bread, smoked salmon, dill, whipped cream cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for roasted lemon salsa

Roasted Lemon Salsa

Made with lemon juice, black pepper, lemons, olive oil, shallots or green onions, sugar, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for pepper shooters

Pepper Shooters

Made with hot cherry peppers, proscuitto, Provolone cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spinach balls with honey mustard sauce

Spinach Balls with Honey Mustard Sauce

Made with mustard, mayonnaise, frozen spinach, crumb herb stuffing, Parmesan cheese, butter, green onions, eggs, nutmeg

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for angel of death cheese spread

Angel Of Death Cheese Spread

Made with cheesecloth, gorgonzola or bleu cheese, ricotta cheese, garlic, walnuts, sage, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for orange pecans

Orange Pecans

Made with pecan halves, sugar, orange rind, orange juice, ground cinnamon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheesy rice cake nachos

Cheesy Rice Cake Nachos

Made with sour cream, miniature rice cake snacks, salsa, jalapeno peppers, cheddar cheese, guacamole

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fiesta nacho pizza

Fiesta Nacho Pizza

Made with cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, chili powder or taco seasoning, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper, tomato, green bell pepper

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for moose droppings

Moose Droppings

Made with bratwurst sausage, yellow onions, Dixie White Chocolate Moose Beer

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for 6 layer french onion taco dip

6 Layer French Onion Taco Dip

Made with Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, French onion dip, taco sauce or picante sauce, ground beef, taco seasoning mix, tomatoes, lettuce


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hot sausage appetizers

Hot Sausage Appetizers

Made with won ton wrappers, red bell pepper, sausage, Monterey jack cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, ranch salad dressing, sliced black olives

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cheese 'n onion dip

Cheese 'n Onion Dip

Made with mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, onions

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fried fish cakes

Fried Fish Cakes

Made with shortening or oil, flour, onion, egg, leftover fish, mashed potatoes, salt, pepper & onion powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crawfish quesadillas

Crawfish Quesadillas

Made with Monterey Jack cheese, flour tortillas, crawfish tails, onion, margarine or vegetable oil, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for red rooster tavern clam cakes

Red Rooster Tavern Clam Cakes

Made with flour, sugar, baking powder, eggs, milk, clam broth, clams, oil

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for barbara eden's crab-stuffed mushrooms

Barbara Eden's Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms

Made with lemon juice, mushrooms, olive oil, Romano cheese, parsley, salt, black pepper, cream cheese, bread crumbs, crab meat

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mexican tuna dip

Mexican Tuna Dip

Made with cucumber rounds, corn chips, tuna, onion, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salsa jalapeno, crushed red pepper


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cheddar spinach appetizer squares

Cheddar Spinach Appetizer Squares

Made with nutmeg, black pepper, salt, eggs, refrigerated crescent rolls, cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, Parmesan cheese, half-and-half or milk, frozen chopped...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for raspberry honey mustard sauce

Raspberry Honey Mustard Sauce

Made with prepared mustard, honey, black raspberry jam

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spinach-feta aioli on crostini

Spinach-Feta Aioli On Crostini

Made with baguette, ground red pepper, creamed spinach, mayonnaise, feta cheese, garlic

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for caramel apple popcorn balls

Caramel Apple Popcorn Balls

Made with ground cinnamon, popcorn, apple-cinnamon-flavored cereal rings, dried apples, caramels, water, butter or margarine

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mini cheese and shrimp quiches

Mini Cheese And Shrimp Quiches

Made with black pepper, salt, brandy, refrigerated butterflake dinner rolls, shrimp, Gruyere cheese, egg, light cream

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for homemade cocktail onions

Homemade Cocktail Onions

Made with mustard seeds, celery seeds, white vinegar, sugar, salt, water, pearl onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours





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