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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 classic blt dip

Classic BLT Dip

Made with fresh parsley, crackers, lettuce, bacon, sour cream, mayonnaise, plum tomatoes, cheddar cheese


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for candied fennel

Candied Fennel

Made with white pepper, fennel seeds, sunflower seeds, sugar, butter, water, baking soda, ground fennel

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for breaded bacon

Breaded Bacon

Made with bacon, cooking oil, flour, brown sugar, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pepper shooters

Pepper Shooters

Made with hot cherry peppers, proscuitto, Provolone cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gourmet chicken sausage and asian pear skewers with rosemary

Gourmet Chicken Sausage And Asian Pear Skewers With Rosemary

Made with Asian pears, olive oil, bamboo skewers, chicken sausages, rosemary

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for fresh spinach dip

Fresh Spinach Dip

Made with black pepper, seasoned salt, fresh chopped spinach, water chestnuts, green onions, sour cream, mayonnaise, pimento


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for ranch chex mix

Ranch Chex Mix

Made with Parmesan cheese, ranch dressing mix, butter or margarine, Corn, Rice or Wheat Chex cereal, bite-size pretzel twists, bite-size cheese crackers

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jalapeno pie

Jalapeno Pie

Made with non-stick cooking spray, Cheddar cheese, jalapeno slices, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for carne asada sliders with spicy, pickled carrots and zucchini

Carne Asada Sliders with Spicy, Pickled Carrots and Zucchini

Made with salt, sugar, vinegar, water, zucchini, garlic, jalapeno pepper, skirt steak, cumin, garlic powder

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crispy prawn nuggets

Crispy Prawn Nuggets

Made with oil, prawns, flour, salt, soya sauce, green chile paste, ginger-garlic paste, eggs, msg, lemon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for rainbow vegetable tray

Rainbow Vegetable Tray

Made with vegetable oil, sugar, black pepper, salt, purple onion, green bell pepper, pimiento, baby corn, artichoke hearts, baby whole carrots


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for apricot bites

Apricot Bites

Made with pistachios, apricots, cream cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked shrimp quesadillas

Baked Shrimp Quesadillas

Made with flour tortillas, salt, butter, vegetable oil, onion, jalapeno peppers, garlic, cooked shrimp, mayonnaise, fresh cilantro

Method:   oven, stovetop
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 escargots grilles (grilled snails)

Escargots Grilles (Grilled Snails)

Made with black pepper, salt, curry powder, fresh thyme, escargot, lard or unsalted butter, shallots, garlic, celery, parsley

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for teriyaki tidbits

Teriyaki Tidbits

Made with apricot preserves, barbecue sauce, teriyaki sauce, cocktail weiners, pineapple chunks, green or red bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crab bruschetta

Crab Bruschetta

Made with fresh basil, goat cheese, artichoke hearts, red bell peppers, lump crabmeat, sea salt and pepper, sourdough bread, olive oil, garlic

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for alligator appetizer

Alligator Appetizer

Made with alligator meat, onions, green onions, celery, green bell peppers, garlic, fresh basil, fresh thyme, oregano, bay leaf


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for halibut pate

Halibut Pate

Made with lemon, parsley, peppercorns, cream cheese, lemon juice, onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for feta cheese crisps

Feta Cheese Crisps

Made with feta cheese, ground nutmeg, dried thyme, dried oregano, olive oil, black pepper, Greek kefalograviera cheese or pecorino cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for hot and sweet pickle relish

Hot And Sweet Pickle Relish

Made with mustard seed, celery seed, cider vinegar, cucumbers, hot peppers, onions, green bell pepper, salt, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pickled squash

Pickled Squash

Made with pickling spices, sugar, squash, bell peppers, onions, celery seed, mustard seed, salt, white vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for catfish cakes with remoulade

Catfish Cakes With Remoulade

Made with capers, lemon juice, hot pepper sauce, catfish fillets, cornmeal, bread crumbs, salt, red bell pepper, scallions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for english muffin appetizers

English Muffin Appetizers

Made with processed cheese product, English muffins, ground beef, hot sausage

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for oatmeal sesame sticks

Oatmeal Sesame Sticks

Made with baking powder, butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, rolled oats, sesame seeds

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for california crab melt

California Crab Melt

Made with sourdough or French bread, crab meat, mayonnaise, green onions, Swiss cheese, garlic salt, paprika

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for texas firecrackers

Texas Firecrackers

Made with chives, pepperoncini salad peppers, non-stick cooking spray, Monterey Jack cheese with peppers, phyllo pastry, chicken breast half

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spam fingers

Spam Fingers

Made with tartar sauce or ketchup, soda cracker crumbs, Spam, egg, milk, all-purpose flour

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 cranberry ambrosia-cream cheese spread

Cranberry Ambrosia-Cream Cheese Spread

Made with pecan halves, pecans, shredded coconut, cream cheese, powdered sugar, sweetened dried cranberries, crushed pineapple, mandarin oranges


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cherry dill pickles

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

recipe for spicy hot chicken bites

Spicy Hot Chicken Bites

Made with vegetable oil, flour, black pepper, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, salt, garlic powder, red pepper

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   1-2 hours


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 dill pickles in a crock

Dill Pickles In A Crock

Made with water, white vinegar, salt, pickling spices, dill, garlic, bay leaves, cucumbers, grape leaves

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for stuffed crescent rolls

Stuffed Crescent Rolls

Made with black pepper, sausage meat, ground beef, onion, bread, egg, water, prepared mustard, parsley, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for caramelized vidalia onion dip

Caramelized Vidalia Onion Dip

Made with pita chips, hot pepper sauce, sour cream, Vidalia onions, butter, olive oil, salt and pepper, cream cheese, mayonnaise


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bacon ranch bread bites

Bacon Ranch Bread Bites

Made with frozen bread dough, bacon, mozzarella cheese, oil, ranch salad dressing mix

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker barbecue sausage bites

Slow Cooker Barbecue Sausage Bites

Made with pineapple chunks, ground allspice, dry mustard, miniature smoked sausage links, cooked bratwurst links, cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, barbecue sauce...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for baked cheese balls

Baked Cheese Balls

Combining old English cheese, flour, butter, and Worcestershire sauce, these cheese balls are perfect for gatherings. Bake until golden for a tasty treat.

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 deep fried fish puffs

Deep Fried Fish Puffs

Made with oil, milk, eggs, salt and pepper, panfish, self rising flour, onion, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for wonderful salsa

Wonderful Salsa

Made with vinegar, tomatoes, onions, green bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, garlic, ground cumin, black pepper, canning salt, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cornmeal cheese straws

Cornmeal Cheese Straws

Made with poppy or caraway seeds, egg white, cornmeal, flour, butter or margarine, cheddar cheese, milk, salt, cayenne pepper, paprika

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for butterscotch party mix

Butterscotch Party Mix

Made with caramel candies, crisp rice and corn cereal, miniature pretzels, dry roasted peanuts, butterscotch chips

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for buca di beppo's mozzarella caprese

Buca Di Beppo's Mozzarella Caprese

Made with salt, oregano, garlic, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, roasted red bell pepper,, roasted yellow bell pepper, fresh basil, olive oil


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spam cantina appetizers

Spam Cantina Appetizers

Made with garlic salt, peanut oil, lemon juice, Spam Classic, green onion, tomato, celery, avocado, picante sauce, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for old yankee sausage sauerkraut balls

Old Yankee Sausage Sauerkraut Balls

Made with onions, sauerkraut, bread crumbs, cream cheese, thyme, garlic powder, flour, egg, prepared mustard, milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chipotle corn and tomato dip

Chipotle Corn And Tomato Dip

Made with red onion, Monterey Jack cheese, garlic, cumin, chipotle chili powder, tomato, frozen corn kernels, sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for alaskan shrimp mousse

Alaskan Shrimp Mousse

Made with sour cream, green bell pepper, celery, green onion, red bell pepper, chili sauce, salt, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, unflavored gelatin

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easy cream cheese crab ball dip

Easy Cream Cheese Crab Ball Dip

Made with cocktail sauce, crab meat, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce


Time:   under 30 minutes





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