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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 thai crab salad phyllo cups

Thai Crab Salad Phyllo Cups

Made with vegetable oil, lime or lemon juice, sugar, fish or soy sauce, peanut butter, garlic, hot pepper sauce, crabmeat, english cucumber, red bell pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cream cheese and sauerkraut spread

Cream Cheese And Sauerkraut Spread

Made with bread or bagel chips, sauerkraut juice, bacon, garlic, cream cheese, Gorgonzola cheese, tomato, skim milk, chives, sauerkraut

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crab and andouille dip

Crab and Andouille Dip

Made with olive oil, sourdough bread, fresh parsley, crab meat, Parmesan cheese, roasted red bell peppers, andouille sausage, heavy cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cajun oysters

Cajun Oysters

Made with oysters, flour, black pepper, seasoned salt, garlic, paprika, dried thyme, crushed red pepper, shortening

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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

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recipe for chopped olive spread

Chopped Olive Spread

Made with lemon juice, olive oil, red pepper flakes, pimiento-stuffed green olives, kalamata olives, capers, fresh oregano, anchovy fillets, garlic


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker ground beef pizza dip

Slow Cooker Ground Beef Pizza Dip

Made with Parmesan cheese, ground beef, pizza sauce, Cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, cornstarch

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for saratoga chips

Saratoga Chips

Made with non-stick cooking spray, black pepper, baking potatoes, vegetable oil, chili powder, cumin, ground red pepper, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for taco puffs

Taco Puffs

Made with cheddar cheese, cheddar cheese, cut into halves, tubes (17.3 oz. size) large refrigerated biscuits, taco seasoning mix, onion, ground beef


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chinese deviled eggs

Chinese Deviled Eggs

Made with eggs, mayonnaise, mushroom sauce, soy sauce, paprika, ginger


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for proscuitto and goat cheese tea sandwiches

Proscuitto and Goat Cheese Tea Sandwiches

Made with white sandwich bread, goat cheese, cream, proscuitto


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for red neck caviar

Red Neck Caviar

Made with salt and pepper, Italian salad dressing, white corn, black beans, black-eyed peas, vidalia onion, tomato, diced jalapenos


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for marshmallow creme apple dip

Marshmallow Creme Apple Dip

Why is this dip so perfect for apples? The tart flavor of the apple is deliciously contrasted by the sweet marshmallow creme. It's also delicious with cookies or graham...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for roasted garlic fondue

Roasted Garlic Fondue

Roasted garlic dipped in chocolate? Sounds crazy but the combination of flavors is incredible. You must try it!

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sweet-pickled cauliflower

Sweet-Pickled Cauliflower

Made with allspice, cloves, cauliflower, salt, water, onions, sugar, wine vinegar, mustard seed, cinnamon bark

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for garlic-mustard mayonnaise dip

Garlic-Mustard Mayonnaise Dip

This dip is perfect for a party or as a savory condiment on your favorite sandwich. The mayonnaise provides a smooth base, while the garlic and mustard add a punch of...


Time:   1-2 hours

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 sugared popcorn

Sugared Popcorn

Made with vanilla extract, water, popcorn, butter, sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for eight layer beefy fiesta dip

Eight Layer Beefy Fiesta Dip

Made with taco seasoning mix, water, refried beans, Cheddar cheese, ripe olives, tomato, sour cream, avocado, salsa, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bbq meatballs and smokies

Bbq Meatballs And Smokies

Made with garlic salt, Italian seasoning, onion salt, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, eggs, cocktail smokies, tomato sauce, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for shrimp ball

Shrimp Ball

Made with horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, shrimp, onion, lemon juice, ketchup


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easy crescent pizza-wiches

Easy Crescent Pizza-wiches

Made with margarine, Mozzarella cheese, ground beef, onion, green bell pepper, tomato sauce, spaghetti sauce mix, refrigerated crescent roll dough

Method:   oven, stovetop
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 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 hamburger broccoli dip

Hamburger Broccoli Dip

Made with corn chips, tomatoes with green chilies, frozen chopped broccoli, ground beef, salt, processed cheese product

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sliced dill pickles

Sliced Dill Pickles

Made with mustard seed, cucumbers, vinegar, sugar, canning salt, celery seed, onions, fresh dill

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crab nachos

Crab Nachos

Made with paprika, ripe olives, cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, imitation crabmeat, sour cream, mayonnaise, onion, dill weed

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 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 caprese mini sandwiches

Caprese Mini Sandwiches

Made with mixed baby salad greens or spinach leaves, vinaigrette or light balsamic salad dressing, pita flatbreads, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, fresh basil...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 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 deep fried egg sandwiches

Deep Fried Egg Sandwiches

Made with fritter batter, hoagie rolls, red pepper, shortening, eggs, cream, salt and pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 cheese 'n onion dip

Cheese 'n Onion Dip

Made with mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, onions

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 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 matambre (argentine hunger-killer)

Matambre (Argentine Hunger-Killer)

Made with red pepper flakes, flank steak, red wine vinegar, garlic, dried thyme, spinach, carrots, hard-cooked eggs, onion, parsley

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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 slow cooker cajun crab dip

Slow Cooker Cajun Crab Dip

Made with pepper and salt, Monterey jack cheese, crabmeat, green onions, red bell pepper, butter, tomatoes, garlic powder, hot pepper sauce, processed cheese

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   1-2 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 feta cheese-olive spread

Feta Cheese-Olive Spread

Made with garlic, feta cheese, cream cheese, milk, black olives, green olives, parsley


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fried pickles in pink dipping sauce

Fried Pickles In Pink Dipping Sauce

Made with dill pickle chips, buttermilk, tapioca starch, corn meal, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, mayonnaise

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for golden bee cheese

Golden Bee Cheese

Made with garlic salt, Cheddar cheese, butter, sherry, horseradish

Method:   crock pot
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sweet-salty party mix

Sweet-Salty Party Mix

Made with vegetable oil, mini pretzels, Cheerios cereal, peanuts, corn Chex cereal, M & M candies, vanilla chips

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for brown derby cream cheese and avocado dip

Brown Derby Cream Cheese And Avocado Dip

Made with salt, avocado, cream cheese, butter, celery salt, chives


Time:   under 30 minutes

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 pillow dogs

Pillow Dogs

Made with mustard, miniature beef cocktail wieners, buttermilk biscuit dough, sharp cheddar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sweet salsa meatballs

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

recipe for catfish pate

Catfish Pate

Made with crackers or Melba toasts, pecans, parsley, catfish fillets, cream cheese, onion, lemon, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   smoker
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for spicy mexican sausage quiche cups

Spicy Mexican Sausage Quiche Cups

Made with pie crusts, salsa, hot Italian sausage, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, jalapeno peppers, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes





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