Made with tortilla chips, jalapeno peppers, ground beef, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, salsa, Mexican cheese
Method: stovetop
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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Weight Watchers Beef Nachos
Cinnamon Pecans
Made with pecan halves, salt, egg whites, sugar, cinnamon
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Asian Meatballs in Plum Sauce
Made with Dijon mustard, chili sauce, ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, ginger root, green onions, soy sauce, plums
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Potato Crepes with Creme Fraiche and Caviar
Made with potatoes, flour, eggs, egg whites, heavy cream, salt, white pepper, nutmeg, vegetable oil, creme fraiche
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Vegetarian Crab Cakes
Made with tartar sauce, vegetable oil, mayonnaise, zucchini, eggs, breadcrumbs, green onions, Old Bay seasoning
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Every day we send out a featured recipe and our editor's favorite picks. Don't miss out!
Slow Cooker Artichoke Crab Dip
Made with pita breads, cream cheese, crab meat, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, green onion, artichoke heart
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Luby's Stuffed Jalapenos
Made with mayonnaise, pimiento, jalapenos, cream cheese, dried chives
Time: under 30 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
Cinnamon-Apple Popcorn
Made with vanilla extract, brown sugar, nutmeg, dried apples, popcorn, pecan halves, butter, cinnamon
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Confetti Popcorn Balls
Made with butter, marshmallows, popcorn, candy coated milk chocolate or peanut butter candy pieces, peanuts
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cinnamon-Sugar Popcorn
Made with popcorn kernels, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, oil
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Japanese-Style Pickled Ginger
Made with sugar, water, ginger, pickling salt, rice vinegar or distilled white vinegar
Time: over 5 hours
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
Herb Dip Mix
Made with dried parsley, dried thyme, dried tarragon, onion, garlic powder, salt, black pepper
Time: under 30 minutes
Crispy Scallops with Hot Mustard
Made with water, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, vegetable oil, baking soda, salt, dry mustard
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Hot and Spicy Chex Mix
Made with mixed nuts, Rice Chex, wheat Chex, margarine, seasoned salt, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, hot pepper sauce, corn Chex cereal
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Baked Tuna Foldovers
Made with paprika, prepared mustard, mayonnaise, refrigerated biscuits, tuna in water, cheddar or American cheese
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Kettle Corn
Made with vegetable oil, popcorn kernels, sugar, salt
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Alaska Dungeness Crab Cakes
Made with flour, black pepper, salt, hot pepper sauce, dungeness crab meat, bread crumbs, green onion, celery, mayonnaise, egg
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Southwest Steak Bites
Made with cube steak, cayenne pepper, oil, egg, milk, all-purpose flour, mesquite flavored seasoning mix, salt, black pepper, garlic powder
Method: stovetop, deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
Cheddar Cheese Chutney Crab Dip
Made with green onions, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, crab meat, chutney, almonds
Time: under 30 minutes
Italian Pretzels
Made with miniature pretzel twists, butter or margarine, spaghetti sauce mix, Parmesan cheese
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Napa Kimchee
Made with kosher salt, red pepper flakes, sugar, napa cabbage, Korean pickling salt, scallions, carrot, ginger, garlic, candied ginger
Time: over 5 hours
Slow Cooker Velveeta Cheese And Spinach Dip
Made with black pepper, Velveeta cheese, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, half and half, chopped frozen spinach, onion, Tabasco hot sauce
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Beef And Cheese Pizza Fondue
Made with bread sticks, mozzarella cheese, ground beef, onion, pizza sauce, dried basil or oregano, garlic powder, sharp Cheddar cheese
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Corned Beef Bagel Dip
Made with mayonnaise, sour cream, deli corned beef, onion, seasoned salt, fresh parsley, prepared horseradish, bagels
Time: under 30 minutes
Veal-Stuffed Mushrooms
Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, parsley, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, mushrooms, butter, shallots, fresh thyme, ground veal, egg, bread crumbs
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Escargots A La Bourguignonne (Snails In Parsley Butter)
Made with garlic, parsley, shallot, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, white wine, cognac, snail shells, snails
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Miso Dipping Sauce
Made with tahini, garlic, soy sauce, miso paste, onion, sugar, apple, sesame oil
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Crab And Wild Mushroom Cheesecake
Made with olive oil, onion, red bell pepper, wild mushrooms, cream cheese, salt, black pepper, eggs
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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
Pizza By The Scoop
Made with corn chips, tortilla chips, or pita wedges, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, chili sauce, Canadian bacon, onion, green pepper, cheddar cheese
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Mustard Glazed Kielbasa
Made with vegetable oil, ground cloves, cornstarch, Dijon mustard, water, carrots, kielbasa or smoked beef sausage, pineapple chunks, brown sugar, pineapple juice
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Microwave Fig Rumaki
Made with bacon, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, ginger, dried figs, water chestnuts
Method: microwave
Time: 2-5 hours
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
Tiger Dip
Made with cream of mushroom soup, process cheese product, hot sausage, ground beef, salsa
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Anchovy Deviled Eggs
Made with capers, salt and pepper, hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, anchovies, dijon mustard, lemon juice, parsley
Time: under 30 minutes
Cottage Cheese Dill Dip
This cottage cheese dill dip is the perfect combination of creamy and tangy, with a hint of dill. It's perfect for dipping veggies or crackers.
Time: under 30 minutes
Beefy Bear Claws
Made with lemon pepper, oregano, cayenne pepper, cheese, ground beef, refrigerator biscuits
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Turkey, Corn, And Cranberry Salsa Quesadilla
Tame the turkey leftovers with a quick quesadilla made with shredded turkey, corn, Monterey Jack cheese, and cranberry salsa (or sauce).
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Cajun Crabmeat Eggrolls With Creamy Crab Fondue
Made with shrimp, French bread, crab meat, egg, won ton wrappers, egg whites, oil, onion
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Rotel Cream Cheese Dip
Made with shrimp, salt, cream cheese, diced tomatoes with green chiles, garlic
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
Boulevard Inn Pickled Mushrooms
Made with fresh button mushrooms, pickling spice, sugar, water, vinegar, kosher salt
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
White Bean Dip With Cumin Tortilla Chips
Made with garlic, great northern beans, fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, serrano chile, salt
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Portobello Mushrooms Stuffed With Grilled Chicken, Pesto And Sun Dried Tomatoes
Made with balsamic vinegar, portobello mushrooms, skinless boneless chicken breast halves, pesto, sun-dried tomatoes...
Method: outdoor grill, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Not to be confused with evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk is very sweet (and very sticky) and used primarily in desserts.
Beer makes batters better, meat more tender, and sauces more flavorful.
Ah, the unassuming envelope of onion soup mix. It's more than just for onion soup (or dip). It adds tremendous flavor (and convenience) in all these recipes.





































































