Made with garlic salt, Cheddar cheese, butter, sherry, horseradish
Method: crock pot
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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Red Rooster Tavern Clam Cakes
Made with flour, sugar, baking powder, eggs, milk, clam broth, clams, oil
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Hot Italian Sausage Hors D' Oeuvres
Made with tomato sauce, tomato paste, onion, green bell pepper, mushrooms, oregano, Italian seasoning, basil, sugar, crushed red pepper
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Mexican Tuna Dip
Made with cucumber rounds, corn chips, tuna, onion, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salsa jalapeno, crushed red pepper
Time: 1-2 hours
Brown Derby Cream Cheese And Avocado Dip
Made with salt, avocado, cream cheese, butter, celery salt, chives
Time: under 30 minutes
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Asparagus Mousse
Made with salt and pepper, butter, white onion, white asparagus, eggs, cream
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Bistro Apple Pizza
Made with dried oregano, Parmesan cheese, Blue, Gorgonzola or Roquefort cheese, garlic, olive oil, pizza dough crust, red delicious, fresh spinach, Mozzarella cheese
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Beefy Taco Dip
Made with cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, ground beef, taco seasoning mix, tomato sauce, cheddar or taco cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onion
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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
Warm Mole Bean Dip
Made with onion, jalapeno pepper, chili powder, cocoa powder, cumin, oregano, tomato paste, tomato, salsa, fresh cilantro
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Walnut Cream Cheese Finger Sandwiches
Made with white sandwich bread, salt and pepper, cream cheese, walnuts, parsley, onion, green bell pepper, lemon juice, ground nutmeg
Time: under 30 minutes
Dilly Ham And Cheese Cocktail Sandwiches
Made with fresh dill, cucumber, garlic and herb spreadable cheese, pumpernickel cocktail bread, ham
Time: under 30 minutes
Sweet Salsa Meatballs
Made with garlic salt, salt, ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs, brown sugar, salsa, black pepper, basil, olive oil
Method: stovetop, electric skillet/wok
Time: under 30 minutes
Pickled Figs
Made with cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, allspice, figs, salt, sugar, vinegar, water
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Mushroom And Chorizo Quesadillas
Made with Monterey Jack cheese, flour tortillas, jalapeno pepper, olive oil, scallions, mushrooms, salt, black pepper, chorizo sausage, garlic
Method: outdoor grill, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Rice Paper Shrimp Rolls
Made with ponzu sauce, fresh cilantro, shrimp, rice flour vermicelli or capellini, rice paper sheets, cucumber, carrots
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Johnny Cakes Crabcake
Made with shrimp, crabmeat, onion, celery, butter, eggs, sour cream, monterey jack cheese, fresh parsley, Worcestershire sauce
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Spicy Orange Hummus
Made with onion, garlic, orange juice, tahini, rice vinegar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, ground ginger, ground coriander
Time: under 30 minutes
Salsa Pinwheels
Made with flour tortillas, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, green onions, salsa, vodka
Time: over 5 hours
Croute Forestiere (Creamy Mushrooms On Toasted Country Bread)
Made with bread, dried morel mushrooms, water, button mushrooms, white wine, butter, all-purpose flour, creme fraiche or heavy cream, black...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Caramel Pretzels
Made with baking soda, pretzels, margarine, brown sugar, salt, dark corn syrup
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Avocado-Onion Dip
Made with lemon juice, onion soup mix, sour cream, mayonnaise, avocados
Time: under 30 minutes
Chicken Liver Pate With Caramelized Onion
Made with butter, onion, garlic, chicken livers, brandy, whipping cream, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, hard-boiled egg
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Mouth-Watering Stuffed Mushrooms
Made with cayenne pepper, onion powder, mushrooms, olive oil, garlic, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, black pepper
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Classic Fondue Bourguignonne
Made with salt and pepper, dipping sauces, beef filet or boneless sirloin, oil
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Island Kielbasa
For a meal that bridges convenience and taste, try this island-flavored kielbasa. The sweetness of pineapple and brown sugar marries well with hearty sausage, ideal for a...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Vanilla Fondue
Made with pineapple chunks, peach, fresh strawberries, vanilla milk chips, light cream, Grand Marnier or coffee flavored liqueur
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Blue Crab Dip
Made with crab meat, cream cheese, horseradish, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, parsley
Method: oven, microwave
Time: 1-2 hours
Baked Gouda In Puff Pastry
Made with puff pastry, pecans, Gouda cheese
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Garlic Cheese Spread
This garlic cheese spread is a great way to add extra flavor to your next party or gathering. It's easy to make and only requires a few ingredients, so it's perfect for a...
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Country Honey Mustard Dip
Made with honey, salad dressing, sour cream, Dijon mustard
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Firecrackers (Pickled Carrots)
Made with dried chiles, baby carrots, water, sugar, cider vinegar, onion powder, mustard seeds, kosher salt, crushed red pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Authentic Mexican Nachos
Made with guacamole, sour cream, black olives, chili, cream cheese, tortilla chips, Cheddar cheese, green chili peppers
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Pastry Wrapped Pineapple Cream Cheese
Made with apples, crackers, egg yolk, flour, butter, crushed pineapple, cream cheese
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Carrot Relish
Made with celery seed, mustard seed, vinegar, carrots, green bell peppers, red peppers, onions, cabbage, salt, sugar
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Bacon Wrapped Pork Roll-Ups
Made with Parmesan cheese, ground pork, egg, cornflakes, salt, black pepper, celery salt, onion, bread crumbs, carrots
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Italian Pickled Vegetables
Made with crushed red pepper, salt, whole black peppercorns, cauliflower, green beans, red bell peppers, white vinegar, water, sugar, garlic
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Baked Stuffed Mushrooms With Sausage And Mozzarella
Made with Parmesan cheese, mushrooms, vegetable oil, Italian sausage, green onions, garlic, Italian seasoning, Mozzarella cheese
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Creamy Clam Dip
Made with chives, lemon, cream cheese, sour cream, minced clams, Worcestershire sauce
Time: 1-2 hours
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
Slow Cooker Chili-Cheese Nachos
Made with tortilla or corn chips, nacho cheese, chili, jalapenos
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Crabmeat And Shrimp Fritters With Creole Tomato Dressing
Made with Creole mustard, hush puppy mix, onion, garlic, chives, Creole seasoning, water
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Orange Spice Pickled Eggs
Made with whole cloves, eggs, white vinegar, water, frozen orange juice concentrate, cinnamon stick
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Slow Cooker Sloppy Joe Dip
Made with ground beef, sloppy joe sauce
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Green Chile And Olive Dip
Made with cilantro, salt and pepper, green onions, wine vinegar, oil, green chiles, ripe olives, tomatoes
Time: 1-2 hours
Sunset Grill And Tap Nachos
Made with guacamole, sour cream, tortilla chips, chili, beef, chicken or vegetables, Jack and Cheddar cheese, scallions, tomatoes, black olives, pickled jalapenos, lettuce
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Crispy Oven-Fried Walleye Fish Cakes With Black Bean Salsa
Made with lemon, salt, Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, corn flakes, butter, black beans, corn
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
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