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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 shrimp and scallop fondue provencale

Shrimp And Scallop Fondue Provencale

Made with white wine, herbes de Provence, tomato puree, tomatoes, garlic, onion, olive oil, basil leaves, jumbo shrimp, sea scallops

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for apple relish

Apple Relish

Made with apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar, sugar, apples, Granny Smith apples, dill pickles, Vidalia or sweet type onion


Time:  

recipe for ruby tuesday's chicken quesadillas

Ruby Tuesday's Chicken Quesadillas

Made with lettuce, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, Italian salad dressing, flour tortilla, margarine, Monterey jack or cheddar cheese, tomato, jalapeno...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for appetizer shrimp puffs

Appetizer Shrimp Puffs

Made with Parmesan cheese, green onion, butter, water, flour, garlic salt, eggs, shrimp

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bisquick sausage meatballs

Bisquick Sausage Meatballs

Made with marinara sauce, garlic, baking mix, bell pepper, onion, Italian sausage, Chedarella cheese, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for ham sandwich spread

Ham Sandwich Spread

Made with salt and pepper, leftover ham, onion, celery, mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spinach phyllo triangles

Spinach Phyllo Triangles

Made with frozen chopped spinach, butter, phyllo, eggs, onion, cream cheese, black pepper, feta cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for raspberry salsa

Raspberry Salsa

Made with lime juice, sugar, fresh raspberries, sweet onion, jalapeno chili peppers, garlic, fresh cilantro


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for twice cooked hawaiian sticky spareribs

Twice Cooked Hawaiian Sticky Spareribs

Made with fresh ginger root, soy sauce, pork spareribs, salt and pepper, flour, sugar, vinegar

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for deep-fried spicy mushrooms

Deep-Fried Spicy Mushrooms

Made with egg, milk, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, dried thyme, dried oregano, dried basil

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bread and butter pickles

Bread And Butter Pickles

Made with sugar, alum, mustard seed, celery seed, turmeric, ground cloves, stick cinnamon, black peppercorns, ground cinnamon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for tomato basil and brie spread

Tomato Basil and Brie Spread

Made with black pepper, salt, olive oil, tomatoes, Brie cheese, fresh basil, garlic


Time:   2-5 hours

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 magnolia's crab dip with garlic and herb toasts

Magnolia's Crab Dip with Garlic and Herb Toasts

Made with salt, chives, basil, yellow onion, olive oil, garlic, heavy cream, cream cheese, lump crab meat, parsley

Method:   stovetop
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 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 havarti and tomato cheesecake

Havarti and Tomato Cheesecake

Made with oil from sun-dried tomatoes, buttery crackers, butter, cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, eggs, Havarti cheese, sun-dried tomatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 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 cinnamon pecans

Cinnamon Pecans

Made with pecan halves, salt, egg whites, sugar, cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for pineapple cashew bites

Pineapple Cashew Bites

Rich cream cheese is the perfect bind between the sweet pineapple and salty cashews. Refreshing little party bites.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for amalou (moroccan honey spread)

Amalou (Moroccan Honey Spread)

Made with honey, almonds, walnut oil, salt


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 homemade dill pickles

Homemade Dill Pickles

Made with pickling cucumbers, vinegar, water, salt, jalapeno peppers, dillweed, garlic, green tomatoes, onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for mansion on turtle creek shrimp crostini

Mansion on Turtle Creek Shrimp Crostini

Made with salt, shrimp, olive oil, shallots, garlic, bread crumbs, Italian parsley, Parmesan cheese, capers, lemon juice

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for halloween bleeding popcorn

Halloween Bleeding Popcorn

Made with popcorn, butter, red food coloring


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for ham pate en croute

Ham Pate En Croute

Made with Worcestershire sauce, butter or margarine, cooked ground ham, onion, garlic, heavy cream, dry mustard, parsley, chives, black pepper


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for mushroom pate en croute

Mushroom Pate En Croute

Made with salt and black pepper, lemon juice, frozen puff pastry, egg, onion, margarine, mushrooms, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs

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 white chocolate popcorn balls

White Chocolate Popcorn Balls

Made with white chocolate, popcorn, rainbow colored sprinkles

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 nova scotia fishcakes

Nova Scotia FishCakes

Made with ale, salt, black pepper, onions, salt cod, water, potatoes, bacon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for taco party cereal mix

Taco Party Cereal Mix

Made with salted nuts, cereal and cracker mixture, butter, brown sugar, taco seasoning mix

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cajun french bread

Cajun French Bread

Made with butter, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, French bread, mozzarella cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 tropical cream cheese spread

Tropical Cream Cheese Spread

Made with honey, sweetened flaked coconut, cream cheese, peach preserves or orange marmalade, crushed pineapple


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheddar cheese chutney crab dip

Cheddar Cheese Chutney Crab Dip

Made with green onions, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, crab meat, chutney, almonds


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for shrimp pate

Shrimp Pate

Made with salt, garlic powder, fresh parsley, shrimp, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, green onions


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for kids trail mix

Kids Trail Mix

Made with Reeses Pieces, Chex cereal, dried fruit, raisins, yogurt covered peanuts


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grilled oysters and clams with spicy cajun sauce

Grilled Oysters and Clams with Spicy Cajun Sauce

Made with orange juice, oysters, clams, bacon, onion, chili powder, black pepper, chili sauce, cumin

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cream cheese and ham spread

Cream Cheese And Ham Spread

Made with green onions, cream cheese, ham


Time:   over 5 hours

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 mexican chex mix

Mexican Chex Mix

Made with taco seasoning mix, Corn Chex cereal, corn chips, cheese crackers, popcorn, butter or margarine, Parmesan cheese

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for southwestern cheese fondue

Southwestern Cheese Fondue

Made with garlic, white wine, pepper Jack cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cornstarch, tequila, cilantro, chili powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for roasted garlic and jalapeno spread

Roasted Garlic And Jalapeno Spread

Made with habanero pasilla powdered blend, black pepper, vegetable oil, salt, garlic, balsamic vinegar, jalapenos, parsley, olive oil

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 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 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 champagne nuts

Champagne Nuts

Made with walnuts, powdered sugar, dried cherries, chocolate covered almonds, white chocolate pastilles or chips

Method:   oven
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





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