Made with sesame oil, garlic, shallots, lemongrass, ginger, lobster meat, tamari soy sauce, sambal chili sauce, scallions, mint
Method: stovetop, deep fryer
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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Abacus Lobster Scallion Shooters
Olive Garden Chicken Speidies
Made with dried oregano, chicken breast, mayonnaise, dried tarragon, Dijon mustard, pineapple juice, garlic
Method: outdoor grill
Time: over 5 hours
Mock Chicken Legs (Pinto Beans)
Made with margarine, black pepper, garlic, egg substitute, salt, celery salt, beans, bean juice, bread crumbs, oil
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Zucchini Pickle Relish
Made with onions, salt, white vinegar, sugar, nutmeg, dry mustard, turmeric, cornstarch, black pepper, celery salt
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Zucchini Pate
Made with black pepper, zucchini, tarragon or white wine vinegar, sugar, salt, fresh parsley, fresh chives, cream cheese
Time: 2-5 hours
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Tapas: Roasted Almonds with Cayenne and Cumin
Made with sea salt, olive oil, almonds, cayenne pepper, paprika, cumin, butter
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Almond And Garlic Dip (Skordalia)
Made with sugar, salt, olive oil, bread, almonds, garlic, potato, lemon juice, white wine vinegar
Time: over 5 hours
Mild Guacamole Dip
Made with tomatoes, lemon, avocado, sour cream, onion, chili powder, garlic salt
Time: under 30 minutes
Orange Almonds
Made with ground nutmeg, orange rind, whole blanched almonds, egg white, powdered sugar
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Appetizer Roll-Ups Platter With Roast Beef or Ham And Turkey
Made with fresh cilantro or parsley, banana peppers, garlic, cooked roast beef, cream cheese, carrot, zucchini, dill weed, fully cooked ham
Time: over 5 hours
Artichoke Nibbles
Made with sharp Cheddar cheese, hot red pepper sauce, marinated artichoke hearts, yellow onion, garlic, eggs, bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, dried oregano
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Asparagus And Cheese Canape
Made with butter, white bread, blue cheese, cream cheese, egg, asparagus
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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
Authentic Mexican Salsa
Made with diced tomatoes, fresh cilantro, green onions, serrano chiles, salt, pepper, garlic
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Heavenly Chocolate Honey Dip
Made with vanilla extract, sour cream, honey, cocoa powder
Time: under 30 minutes
Chicken Fondue in Ginger Broth
Made with sour cream, fresh parsley, garlic, water, lemon juice or lime juice, soy sauce, sugar, hot pepper flakes
Time: under 30 minutes
California Caviar
Made with Italian salad dressing, dry black-eyed peas, green bell pepper, onion, green onion, red bell pepper, jalapeno chiles
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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
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
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
Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Torte
Made with tomato paste, fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese
Time: over 5 hours
Tomato Crab Dip
A tangy, creamy dip loaded with flaked crab meat. Makes an easy appetizer and the recipe can be doubled.
Time: under 30 minutes
Four Seasons Crab Cakes
Made with lemon, jumbo lump crab meat, codfish fillet, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, roasted sesame oil, parsley, fresh chives, basil, salt and pepper
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Smoked Salmon Nachos
Made with jalapeno pepper, avocado, scallion, lime juice, black pepper, smoked salmon, baked corn chips, tomato
Time: under 30 minutes
Weight Watchers Beef Nachos
Made with tortilla chips, jalapeno peppers, ground beef, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, salsa, Mexican cheese
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pizza Bites
Made with mozzarella cheese, refrigerated biscuits, salt, ground beef, tomato paste, instant minced onion, Italian seasoning
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cocktail Sausage and Pineapple Bits
Made with brown sugar, apricot preserves, cocktail sausages, crushed pineapple
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Black Olive Salsa
Mix it up with a flavorful black olive salsa. With ripe tomatoes, colorful bell peppers, and a spicy kick, this salsa is your new go-to dip.
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Salsa
Made with salt, jalapeno peppers, plum tomatoes, garlic, onion, cilantro
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Cheerio Snack Mix
Made with Cheerios, raisins, salted peanuts, butter, miniature semisweet chocolate chips
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cinnamon Trail Mix
Made with cinnamon, brown sugar, margarine, toasted oat cereal, hexagon-shaped corn cereal, pretzel bits, raisins, sunflower seeds
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Honey Peanut Butter Popcorn
Step up your snack game with this honey peanut butter popcorn recipe. This delicious treat takes classic popcorn and elevates it with a sweet and nutty coating made from...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Shark Dip
Made with parsley, mustard, shark, Italian salad dressing mix, sour cream, mayonnaise
Time: 30-60 minutes
Baked Tuna Balls
Made with corn flakes, poultry seasoning, tuna, egg, bread crumbs, mayonnaise, onion, parsley, almonds, prepared mustard
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Candied Cucumber Rings
Made with red hot candies, cinnamon sticks, sugar, yellow cucumbers, lime, vinegar, red food coloring
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Cheese Borek
Made with black pepper, salt, milk, phyllo dough, feta cheese, olive oil, parsley, egg yolks
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cheese Crackers
Made with red pepper, butter, cheddar cheese, flour, salt
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Indigo Restaurant's Shrimp Lumpia with Chipotle Aioli
Made with flour, water, spring roll wrappers, vegetable oil, garlic, olive oil, mayonnaise
Method: oven, stovetop, deep fryer
Time: 2-5 hours
Slow Cooker Goat Cheese And Black Bean Dip
Made with onion, garlic, cumin, cayenne pepper, goat cheese, green onions, fresh cilantro
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Zucchini Swedish Meatballs
Made with cream of mushroom soup, zucchini, onion, canned mushrooms, eggs, seasoned salt, ground beef
Method: oven, crock pot
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Bacon-Onion Chip Dip
Made with potato chips or crackers, bacon, cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Caramel Rum Fondue
Made with rum extract, caramels, miniature marshmallows, whipping cream, rum
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Meatless Chili con Queso
Made with Velveeta, diced tomatoes with green chiles, green onions, ground coriander, ground cumin, hot pepper sauce
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Slow Cooker Creamy Chili Cheese Dip
Made with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, canned chili
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Caramel Peanuts
Transform cocktail hour into a gourmet affair with these exquisite caramel peanuts - edible proof that even snacks can flaunt their haute couture.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Chicken Pups
Made with ketchup, chicken breast tenders, mustard, refrigerated cornbread twist dough
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
Outstanding Fruit Dip
Made with marshmallow creme, sour cream, sweetened condensed milk, cream cheese
Time: 1-2 hours
Bacon-Onion Cheesecake
Made with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, wheat cracker crumbs, walnuts, butter, bacon, onion, bacon drippings, cream cheese, eggs
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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Pizza night is always a favorite, especially when you have great tasting pizza from some of the most popular restaurants.
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