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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 super bowl salsa

Super Bowl Salsa

Made with dried cilantro, tomatoes, tomato sauce, green chiles, green onions, garlic, dried red chili peppers


Time:   under 30 minutes

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 nautical appetizers

Nautical Appetizers

Made with oil, pie pastry, cream cheese, lemon juice, onion, sweet pickle, salt, mustard, shrimp


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for monster mash party mix

Monster Mash Party Mix

This snack mix has a little something for everyone. Popcorn, M&Ms, peanuts, raisins, and Reese's Pieces. Party not included.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for cold beer shrimp

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

recipe for bing cherry salsa

Bing Cherry Salsa

Made with salt, Tabasco sauce, Bing cherries, fresh basil, green bell pepper, lemon, Worcestershire sauce


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for dilly shrimp dip

Dilly Shrimp Dip

Made with Tabasco sauce, dill weed, salt, onion, milk, mayonnaise, cream cheese, shrimp


Time:   under 30 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 apple avocado salsa

Apple Avocado Salsa

Made with black pepper, salt, lime zest, jalapeno pepper, Granny Smith apple, avocado, lime juice, red bell pepper, red onion, fresh cilantro


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for confetti bites

Confetti Bites

Made with spice mix, cream cheese, salad dressing or mayonnaise, onion, crescent roll dough, garlic powder, basil, tomatoes, carrots, broccoli

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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 hot pickle mix

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


recipe for jalapeno party roll-ups

Jalapeno Party Roll-Ups

Made with taco or picante sauce, cream cheese, green chiles, jalapenos, soft tortillas, sour cream


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for neapolitan bruschetta

Neapolitan Bruschetta

Made with anchovy fillets, oregano, plum tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, olive oil, salt, Italian bread, black pepper, garlic


Time:   under 30 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 hot and spicy carrots

Hot And Spicy Carrots

Made with salt, sugar, white vinegar, hot peppers, garlic, rosemary, carrots, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for east indian bean dip

East Indian Bean Dip

Made with curry powder, ground ginger, cumin, ground allspice, navy beans, zucchini, yellow bell pepper, red onion, garlic, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pickled cauliflower

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


recipe for toasted buttered pecans

Toasted Buttered Pecans

Made with pecan halves, seasoned salt, butter or margarine

Method:   oven
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 soybean granola

Soybean Granola

Made with vanilla extract, oats, wheat germ, walnuts, sunflower seeds, wheat bran, soybeans, coconut, canola oil, honey

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for spicy tuna dip

Spicy Tuna Dip

Made with mayonnaise, hot pepper sauce , tuna in water, jalapeno peppers, jalapeno pepper juice, Jalapeno hot pepper sauce


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for watermelon dip

Watermelon Dip

Made with lime juice, hot sauce, salt, seedless watermelon


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ranch cheese spread

Ranch Cheese Spread

Made with cream cheese, ranch salad dressing mix


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for crazy crunch

Crazy Crunch

Made with vanilla extract, popped popcorn, pecans, almonds, sugar, butter, corn syrup

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for southern fried dill pickles

Southern Fried Dill Pickles

Made with flour, Worcestershire sauce, milk, Tabasco sauce, salt, black pepper, Mrs. Dash, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, dill pickles

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for avocado and egg pate

Avocado and Egg Pate

Made with mayonnaise, black pepper, fresh parsley, spring onions, avocados, lemon juice, eggs, salt


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for crunchy ranch corn dip

Crunchy Ranch Corn Dip

Made with red, green, or yellow bell pepper, green chiles, cream cheese, ranch salad dressing mix, corn, black olives


Time:   1-2 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 cajun shrimp dip

Cajun Shrimp Dip

Made with cooked shrimp, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, green onions, Italian dressing mix, salt and pepper


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for chestnuts roasting on an open fire

Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire

Made with fresh chestnuts

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 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 margarita dessert dip

Margarita Dessert Dip

Made with sour cream, mascarpone cheese, sugar, margarita mix, lime zest, tequila, Grand Marnier, whipping cream

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


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 spicy cheese dip chili con queso

Spicy Cheese Dip Chili Con Queso

Made with tortilla chips, salt, Worcestershire sauce, butter, onion, picante sauce, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, paprika, green chile peppers

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for parsnip & smoked salmon canapes

Parsnip & Smoked Salmon Canapes

Made with fresh dill, smoked salmon, parsnips, onion, Granny Smith apple, all-purpose flour, eggs, salt and pepper, sour cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for salmon-spinach party dip

Salmon-Spinach Party Dip

Made with vegetables and crackers, lemon peel, salmon, frozen chopped spinach, plain nonfat yogurt, mayonnaise, green onions, parsley, dried basil, dried dill weed


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for gingersnap dip

Gingersnap Dip

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


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for christmas popcorn

Christmas Popcorn

Made with vanilla extract, baking soda, corn syrup, popcorn, peanuts, butter or margarine, brown sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for autumn fruit dip

Autumn Fruit Dip

Made with vanilla extract, maple syrup, cream cheese, sour cream, frozen whipped topping, brown sugar, sugar


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for watercress finger sandwiches

Watercress Finger Sandwiches

Made with salt and pepper, mayonnaise, watercress, white bread


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gefilte fish terrine

Gefilte Fish Terrine

Made with black pepper, ground ginger, watercress, onion, whitefish, pike, fresh parsley, eggs, vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for roasted tomato, onion and goat cheese frittatini

Roasted Tomato, Onion And Goat Cheese Frittatini

Made with goat cheese, fresh basil, Roma tomatoes, salt and pepper, olive oil, shortening, red onion, eggs, milk, Parmesan cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker velveeta cheese and spinach dip

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

recipe for chunky tuna salsa

Chunky Tuna Salsa

Turn the tide on traditional salsa with this chunky tuna salsa. Fresh, flavorful, and ideal for dipping, it's the catch of the day.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for tortellini antipasto kabobs

Tortellini Antipasto Kabobs

Made with refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini, artichoke hearts, ripe olives, pepperoni sausage, Parmesan Italian salad dressing

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for striped ribbon sandwiches

Striped Ribbon Sandwiches

Made with onion, tomato paste, black pepper, cucumber, cream cheese, blue cheese, salt, ground red pepper, white bread

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for benedictine spread

Benedictine Spread

Made with green food coloring, cucumber, cream cheese, onion, salt, mayonnaise


Time:   under 30 minutes





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