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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 orange almonds

Orange Almonds

Made with ground nutmeg, orange rind, whole blanched almonds, egg white, powdered sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dill pickle relish

Dill Pickle Relish

Made with pickling salt, mixed pickling spice, pickling cucumbers, onions, cabbage, garlic, apple cider or apple cider vinegar, sugar, fresh dill weed

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for amish peanut butter spread

Amish Peanut Butter Spread

Perfect for sandwiches or as an indulgent dip, this Amish-style spread combines the rich flavors of peanut butter and marshmallow creme with a hint of sweetness from light...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for yucatan salsa

Yucatan Salsa

Made with salt, cilantro, red onion, sour orange or lime juice, tomatoes, radishes, habanero chili


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crab balls for a crowd

Crab Balls for a Crowd

Made with bread crumbs, eggs, butter, flour, milk, salt, cayenne pepper, crab meat, green onions, parsley

Method:   oven, stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   1-2 hours

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recipe for heavenly chocolate honey dip

Heavenly Chocolate Honey Dip

Made with vanilla extract, sour cream, honey, cocoa powder


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hoagie dip

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

recipe for olive and jarlsberg cheese dip

Olive And Jarlsberg Cheese Dip

Made with salt and pepper, Dijon mustard, black olives, green olives, jarlsberg cheese, scallions, lemon juice


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for taco dip

Taco Dip

Made with nacho cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning mix, tomato, lettuce, scallions, taco sauce, tortilla chips


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crab rangoon with plum sauce

Crab Rangoon with Plum Sauce

Made with vinegar, ketchup, crab meat, cream cheese, A-1 steak sauce, garlic powder, wonton skins, plum preserves, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for black olive salsa

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


recipe for chicken roll-ups

Chicken Roll-ups

Crescent rolls are baked with a cheesy chicken filling. This recipe makes a simple appetizer or snack.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for amalou (moroccan honey spread)

Amalou (Moroccan Honey Spread)

Made with honey, almonds, walnut oil, salt


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for zesty nachos

Zesty Nachos

Made with scallions, tortilla chips, Cheddar cheese, Monterey jack cheese with jalapeno peppers

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for potato crepes with creme fraiche and caviar

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

recipe for spinach and bacon appetizers

Spinach and Bacon Appetizers

Made with green onions, mayonnaise, tortillas, bacon, cream cheese, frozen chopped spinach

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for tangy cornbread appetizers

Tangy Cornbread Appetizers

Made with sour cream, dried parsley, cornbread muffin mix, egg, milk, bacon bits, Dijon or spicy mustard

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for savory crab cheesecake

Savory Crab Cheesecake

Made with garlic, butter or margarine, ricotta cheese, half-and-half or light cream, dijon mustard, all-purpose flour, eggs, crab meat

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pickled blackberries

Pickled Blackberries

Made with blackberries, sugar, vinegar, ground cinnamon, allspice, cloves, nutmeg

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for killer smoked salmon dip

Killer Smoked Salmon Dip

Made with garlic, salmon fillet, nutmeg, thyme, black pepper, salt, mayonnaise, Liquid Smoke

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for ginger scented bamboo risotto cakes with chili lime sauce

Ginger Scented Bamboo Risotto Cakes with Chili Lime Sauce

Made with chicken stock, coconut milk, scallions, cilantro, peanut oil, lime juice, water, fish sauce, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for red pepper relish

Red Pepper Relish

Made with bay leaf, oregano, mustard seed, cider vinegar, sugar, red bell pepper, onion, garlic, serrano or jalapeno chilies, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for bbq chex mix

BBQ Chex Mix

Made with garlic powder, Rice Chex cereal, Corn Chex cereal, pretzel twists, cheese crackers, honey-roasted peanuts, barbecue sauce, vegetable oil, onion powder

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for california style nachos

California Style Nachos

Made with tomatoes, black olives, alfalfa sprouts, white poultry meat, tortilla chips, Camembert or mozzarella cheese, jalapeno peppers, peppercorns, spinach, artichoke hearts

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for roasted pepper pesto cheesecake

Roasted Pepper Pesto Cheesecake

Made with cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, ground red pepper, egg, all-purpose flour, sour cream, French bread baguette, roasted red bell pepper strips

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for garlic and artichoke bread

Garlic And Artichoke Bread

Made with dried oregano, dried basil, garlic, all-purpose flour, frozen white bread dough, marinated artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for hot dog relish

Hot Dog Relish

Made with salt, celery seeds, dry mustard, sweet red peppers, sweet green peppers, onions, cider vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for nut and cheese stuffed celery sticks

Nut And Cheese Stuffed Celery Sticks

Made with walnuts, sour cream, celery, blue cheese, cream cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for dixie relish

Dixie Relish

Made with white onions, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, salt, whole cloves, whole allspice, cinnamon stick, mustard seed, celery seed, white vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for chow chow relish

Chow Chow Relish

Made with turmeric, cabbage, cauliflower, onions, green tomatoes, green bell peppers, salt, vinegar, sugar, dry mustard

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for halibut carpaccio

Halibut Carpaccio

Made with fresh chervil, golden beets, chioggia beets, vegetable oil, salt, white pepper, shallot, olive oil, lemon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for olive and tomato dip

Olive And Tomato Dip

Made with salt, brown sugar, capers, olives, tomato, jalapeno, white onion, fresh cilantro


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for gingersnap dip

Gingersnap Dip

Made with cream cheese, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, Cool Whip, gingersnaps


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tamari almonds

Tamari Almonds

Made with almonds, tamari sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for high rollers

High Rollers

Made with artichoke hearts, flour tortillas, cream cheese, turkey breast, Swiss cheese, ranch salad dressing, spinach, black olives, red bell pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sweet and spicy popcorn

Sweet And Spicy Popcorn

Made with microwave popcorn, butter, brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, salt

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for corned beef bagel dip

Corned Beef Bagel Dip

Made with mayonnaise, sour cream, deli corned beef, onion, seasoned salt, fresh parsley, prepared horseradish, bagels


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for smoked salmon and salmon mousse terrine

Smoked Salmon And Salmon Mousse Terrine

Made with toast points, smoked salmon, clarified butter, heavy cream, lemon, fresh dill, fresh parsley, fresh chives, salt and white pepper, Choupit caviar


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for veal-stuffed mushrooms

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

recipe for kahlua crystalized nuts

Kahlua Crystalized Nuts

Made with butter, light corn syrup, whole shelled nuts, sugar, Kahlua

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for miso dipping sauce

Miso Dipping Sauce

Made with tahini, garlic, soy sauce, miso paste, onion, sugar, apple, sesame oil


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for spinach, mushroom, and artichoke heart quesadillas

Spinach, Mushroom, And Artichoke Heart Quesadillas

Made with Cheddar cheese, flour tortillas, oregano & basil or Italian seasoning, fresh spinach, baby bella/crimini mushrooms, artichoke hearts...

Method:   oven, stovetop, microwave
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 meatless quesadillas

Meatless Quesadillas

Made with salsa, jalapeno peppers, cheddar cheese, yogurt, kidney beans, flour or corn tortillas, ricotta cheese, red bell pepper, plum tomato

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for shrimp ball

Shrimp Ball

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


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cowboy caviar

Cowboy Caviar

Made with tortilla chips or large corn chips, hot pepper sauce, black pepper, frozen black-eyed peas, green onions or finely chopped onion, red or green bell pepper, green chili peppers...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for savory spinach cheesecake

Savory Spinach Cheesecake

Made with light cream, nutmeg, bread crumbs, butter, Parmesan cheese, onion, vegetable oil, mushrooms, cream cheese, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for pesto cream cheese spread

Pesto Cream Cheese Spread

Made with pesto sauce, cream cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for quesadillas de hongos

Quesadillas De Hongos

Made with tomatoes, salsa verde, fresh cilantro, white button mushrooms, olive oil, salt, flour tortillas, Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, avocados

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for yolkless deviled eggs

Yolkless Deviled Eggs

Made with parsley, eggs, cottage cheese, green onion, garlic, Dijon mustard, curry powder, paprika, ground pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes





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