Made with all-purpose flour, mochiko, sugar, black sesame seeds, baking powder, water, vegetable oil, corn syrup
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 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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Japanese Rice Crackers
Slow Cooker Chili-Cheese Nachos
Made with tortilla or corn chips, nacho cheese, chili, jalapenos
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Avocado Bacon Dip
Made with salt and pepper, lime juice, avocado, sour cream, bacon, green onion, garlic
Time: under 30 minutes
Pinwheel Sandwich Christmas Tree
Made with cocktail onions and Spanish olives, red and yellow bell peppers, toothpicks, baby spinach, sliced turkey, cranberry sauce, spinach flour tortillas...
Time: under 30 minutes
Oven Fried Trout Cakes
Made with black pepper, flour, egg, milk, bread crumbs, fresh parsley, paprika, vegetable oil
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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Slow Cooker Shrimp And Bacon Dip
Made with assorted crackers, shrimp, cream cheese, green onions, Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, cayenne pepper, bacon, sour cream
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
End Of The Garden Relish
Made with onions, green tomatoes, salt, water, carrots, cauliflower, green beans, celery, turmeric, celery seed
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Cheese And Shrimp Strudel
Made with egg, puff pastry, Swiss cheese, sour cream, green onion, shrimp
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pumpkin Pate
Made with butter, ground cloves, pumpkin, red onion, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
All-American BBQ Sliders
Made with brown sugar, cider vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire, ground chuck, ground sirloin, salt, pepper, red onion, cheddar cheese
Method: outdoor grill, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Slow Cooker Beef And Bean Nacho Dip
Made with Cheddar cheese, sour cream, ground beef, taco seasoning, taco sauce, refried beans
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Crispy Chicken Dumplings
Made with chicken breasts, egg whites, rice wine or dry sherry, ginger root, scallions, salt, oil, cornstarch, Chinese white rice vinegar or cider vinegar
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pseftokeftedes Santorini (Greek Spinach Balls)
Made with plum tomatoes, spinach, scallions, garlic, parsley, oregano, cinnamon, fresh mint, salt
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Dim Sum (Steamed Chinese Appetizers)
Made with eggs, soy sauce, sherry, fresh ginger, white pepper, sesame oil, green onions, corn starch, water chestnuts, garlic
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Green Tomato Relish
Made with salt, cinnamon, celery seed, green tomatoes, onions, green bell pepper, cider vinegar, honey
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cucumber-Dill Sandwiches
Made with sandwich bread, seasoned salt, cucumber, cream cheese, mayonnaise, dried chives, dill weed
Time: under 30 minutes
Abacus Lobster Scallion Shooters
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
Glazed Walnuts
Made with vanilla extract, walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, water, salt
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Superbowl Mexican Layered Dip
Made with monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, guacamole, salsa, refried beans, green chiles, sour cream, tomatoes, green onions, black olives
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
Amish Dip
Made with black pepper, lemon juice, cream cheese, mayonnaise, tuna, ripe olives, walnuts or almonds
Time: under 30 minutes
Curry Tuna Salad Dip
Made with crackers, tuna, olive oil, mayonnaise, curry powder, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, dried oregano
Time: under 30 minutes
Mexican Velveeta Cheese Dip
Made with ground beef, Velveeta cheese, salsa, onion
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Tofu Dill Dip
A tasty and healthy alternative to traditional dips. This creamy blend features soft tofu, fresh cucumber, and zesty lemon juice, spiced up with dried dill and garlic powder.
Time: 2-5 hours
Boursin Stuffed Mushrooms
Made with boursin cheese, mushrooms, butter
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Grape Jelly Meatballs, Easy Version
The classic meatball appetizer made with small meatballs that are simmered in a mixture of grape jelly and chili sauce. Always a hit.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Crostini Al Tonno E Pomodori
Made with tomato, tuna in oil, mayonnaise, olive oil, onion, celery, lemon juice, Italian bread
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Three Cheese Appetizer Cheesecake
Made with garlic powder, fresh basil, sour cream, roasted red peppers, sesame crackers, butter, ricotta cheese, feta cheese, cream cheese, eggs
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Cocktail Sausage and Pineapple Bits
Made with brown sugar, apricot preserves, cocktail sausages, crushed pineapple
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Chesapeake Fried Oysters
Made with vegetable oil, salt and pepper, oysters, flour, evaporated milk, baking powder
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pickled Onions
Made with bay leaves, red peppers, pickling onions, pickling salt, sugar, vinegar, mustard seed, pickling spice
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Vegetarian Crab Cakes
Made with tartar sauce, vegetable oil, mayonnaise, zucchini, eggs, breadcrumbs, green onions, Old Bay seasoning
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cheese Crackers
Made with red pepper, butter, cheddar cheese, flour, salt
Method: oven
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
Cocktail Meatballs
Made with brown sugar, ketchup, ground beef, evaporated milk, dry onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce
Method: crock pot, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Roasted Garlic Soybean Hummus
Made with water or vegetable broth, salt, garlic, soybeans, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, fresh parsley
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip With Toasted Baguette Slices
Made with mayonnaise or salad dressing, Parmesan cheese, artichoke hearts, frozen chopped spinach, monterey jack or mozzarella cheese, red...
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Spicy Cocktail Franks
Made with cocktail wieners, ketchup, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, frankfurters
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Drunken Cocktail Franks
Made with cocktail franks, hot sauce, ketchup, chili sauce, bourbon, onion, sugar
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pickled Pigs Feet
Made with marjoram, celery seed, dry mustard, pigs' feet, wine or tarragon vinegar, onions, bay leaves, paprika, red pepper pod, whole cloves
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Mexican-Style Ground Beef Stuffed Mushrooms
Made with mushrooms, breadcrumbs, Monterey Jack cheese, ground beef, garlic, onion, cumin, chili powder, mild green chiles
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Leftover Chicken Quesadillas
Made with tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, beans, tortillas, rice, chicken, vegetables, onion or scallions, fresh cilantro
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Hot Bacon Cheese Dip
Made with bacon, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, half-and-half, Worcestershire sauce, onion, prepared mustard
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Bacon Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Blue Cheese
Made with blue cheese, bacon, dates
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cold Beer Shrimp
Made with coarse or kosher salt, fresh cilantro leaves, beer, large shrimp, olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, Tabasco sauce, tomato, ginger root
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cantonese Shrimp Toast
Made with sandwich bread, shrimp, all-purpose flour, baking powder, eggs, vegetable oil, fresh ginger root
Method: stovetop, deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
Hot Pickle Mix
Made with zucchini, carrots, onions, canning salt, peppers, water, fresh jalapeno peppers or dried red pepper pods, sugar, prepared horseradish
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Pickled Cauliflower
Made with Dried red pepper, turmeric, cauliflower, pickling onions, canning salt, vinegar, sugar, mustard seed, celery seed
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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