Made with black pepper, rice powder, Vietnamese fish sauce, water, oil, sugar cane, cucumber, fresh mint, fresh coriander, lettuce
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 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!
jump to the recipes
Chao Tom (Shrimp And Sugar Cane Rolls)
Hungarian Tudish Lapein Cheese Cake
Made with butter, EggBeaters, sour cream, egg whites, egg yolks, cottage cheese, sugar, baking powder
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Crab And Cheddar Waffles
Made with milk, egg, flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, cayenne pepper, sharp Cheddar cheese, crab meat, green onion
Method: waffle maker
Time: under 30 minutes
Stuffed Shrimp Crab Cakes
Made with butter, Old Bay seasoning, crab meat, shrimp, eggs, flour
Method: stovetop
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
Every day we send out a featured recipe and our editor's favorite picks. Don't miss out!
Pineapple-Crab Dip
Made with salt and pepper, crabmeat, fresh tarragon, cream cheese, pineapple, mushrooms, celery, fresh chives
Time: under 30 minutes
Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Made with mushrooms, sliced water chestnuts, ground turkey, fish sauce, lime juice, soy sauce, plum tomatoes, cilantro, butter lettuce, Thai chili sauce
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Savory Chicken Bites
Made with refrigerated crescent dinner rolls, celery, cream cheese, lemon juice, dried basil, onion salt, dried thyme, pimiento, cooked chicken
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Vegetable Relish Tray With Spanish Dip
Made with mayonnaise, sour cream, curry powder, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery seeds, ground cumin, hot sauce, carrot, celery
Time: under 30 minutes
Cured Beef Tenderloin Bruschetta
Made with coriander seed, cumin, fresh herbs, beef tenderloin, lemon zest, red wine, herb bouquet, black peppercorns
Time: over 5 hours
Oysters Bordelaise
Made with oil, olive oil, garlic, scallions, dry sherry, salt and pepper, flour, paprika
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Cajun Appetizer Meatballs
Made with barbecue sauce, egg, ground beef, hot pepper sauce, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, onion, bread crumbs, milk
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Toasted Spiced Walnuts
Made with walnut oil, walnuts, maple syrup, garlic powder, sea salt, cumin, cayenne pepper
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Candied Pepitas
Made with honey, sea salt, cinnamon, cumin seeds, pumpkin seeds, butter, sugar, cayenne pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Mexican Vegetable Roll-Ups
Made with flour tortillas, salsa, plum tomato, cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning mix, corn, black beans, cilantro
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Barbecue Sausage Bites
Made with pineapple chunks, ground allspice, dry mustard, miniature smoked sausage links, cooked bratwurst links, cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, barbecue sauce...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Mushroom, Walnut, And Olive Spread
Made with walnuts, walnut oil or vegetable oil, onion, fresh mushrooms, white wine, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, kalamata olives, parsley, green onions
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Deep Fried Fish Puffs
Made with oil, milk, eggs, salt and pepper, panfish, self rising flour, onion, parsley
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Butterscotch Party Mix
Made with caramel candies, crisp rice and corn cereal, miniature pretzels, dry roasted peanuts, butterscotch chips
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Spam Cantina Appetizers
Made with garlic salt, peanut oil, lemon juice, Spam Classic, green onion, tomato, celery, avocado, picante sauce, parsley
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Old Yankee Sausage Sauerkraut Balls
Made with onions, sauerkraut, bread crumbs, cream cheese, thyme, garlic powder, flour, egg, prepared mustard, milk
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Diabetic Deviled Eggs
Made with salt and pepper, hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, ham
Time: under 30 minutes
Asian Popcorn
Made with soy sauce, popcorn, chow mein noodles, butter-flavored non-stick cooking spray
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Touchdown Taco Dip
Made with cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro or parsley, ripe olives, refried beans, cream cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning mix, garlic, tomato, onion
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Best Layered Shrimp Dip
Made with tortilla chips, green onions, Monterey Jack cheese, Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, salsa, cocktail sauce, small shrimp, sliced black olives
Time: under 30 minutes
Chilean Chili Con Queso Dip
Made with salt and pepper, butter, onion, jalapeno peppers, tomatoes, pimiento, Cheddar cheese
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Asparagus And Crab Ragout
Made with black pepper, olive oil, shallots, tomato, garlic, asparagus, fish or chicken stock, crab meat, butter, salt
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Beefy Taco Dip
Made with cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, ground beef, taco seasoning mix, tomato sauce, cheddar or taco cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onion
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Bacon Mushroom Canapes
Made with melba toast, bacon, fresh mushrooms, mayonnaise
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: under 30 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
Miss Mary Bobo's Fresh Tomato Biscuits
Made with tomatoes, refrigerated flaky biscuits, mayonnaise, salt, black pepper, fresh basil
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Crab Cakes With Creole Mustard Sauce
Made with red pepper sauce, salt, black pepper, lump crab meat, bread crumbs, vegetable oil, mayonnaise, jalapeno pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Hot Spiced Nuts
Made with nuts, sugar, black pepper, soy sauce, oil, ginger, salt, cayenne pepper, nutmeg
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Pickled Figs
Made with cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, allspice, figs, salt, sugar, vinegar, water
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Mexican Dipping Sauce
A fusion of mayonnaise, grainy mustard, and green salsa, accented with a hint of lemon and garlic, this Mexican dipping sauce brings a multi-layered taste that complements a wide...
Time: under 30 minutes
Rice Paper Shrimp Rolls
Made with ponzu sauce, fresh cilantro, shrimp, rice flour vermicelli or capellini, rice paper sheets, cucumber, carrots
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Molten Cheese And Sausage (Queso Fundido Con Chorizo)
Picture this: rich, molten cheese mingling with savory chorizo, paired with perfectly crisp tortilla chips. If that doesn't sound like a good time...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Caramelized Peanuts
Made with Spanish peanuts, butter, sugar, water
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Johnny Cakes Crabcake
Made with shrimp, crabmeat, onion, celery, butter, eggs, sour cream, monterey jack cheese, fresh parsley, Worcestershire sauce
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Curried Chicken Liver Rumaki
Made with bacon, chicken livers, soy sauce, fresh ginger, brown sugar, curry powder, water chestnuts
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Crab Cakes With Lemon Sauce
Made with butter, Worcestershire sauce, onion, dry mustard, jalapeno pepper, buttery round crackers, salt and pepper, panko plain bread crumbs, white wine
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Corn Salsa with Cumin
Made with plum tomatoes, green onions, corn, olive oil, ground cumin, jalapeno peppers, water, lime juice, fresh cilantro
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Caramel Apple Delight
Made with apples, cream cheese, caramel ice cream topping
Time: under 30 minutes
Broccoli Cheese Bites
Made with salt and pepper, bread crumbs, vegetable oil, chopped frozen broccoli, water, sharp Cheddar cheese
Method: stovetop, deep fryer
Time: 30-60 minutes
Creole Snack Mix
A zesty Creole version of the popular cereal snack mix made with oat, wheat, corn, and rice cereals plus pretzel sticks and parmesan cheese.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Creamy Hot Shrimp Dip
This shrimp dip is the perfect appetizer for your next party. It's creamy, hot, and full of flavor. Dress it up by adding salad shrimp, if desired.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cold Shrimp Dip
Made with Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, onion, chili sauce, mayonnaise, shrimp, cream cheese
Time: 2-5 hours
Appetizer Ham Balls
Made with dry mustard, vinegar, brown sugar, ground ham, ground pork, bread crumbs, egg, tomato soup
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Herbed Cream Cheese Bruschetta On Baguette Toasts
Made with garlic powder, dried marjoram, thyme, black pepper, red bell pepper, tomato, onion, black olives, marinated artichoke hearts, garlic
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Delicious recipes for red velvet cakes, cupcakes, and cheesecakes.
Love buffalo wings? Get that same hot, zippy flavor in everything from deviled eggs to enchiladas. And of course: wings.
It may look like a sad little package shoved in the back of your freezer, but frozen spinach actually has a lot of culinary uses (and some may surprise you).





































































