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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 bacon mushroom canapes

Bacon Mushroom Canapes

Made with melba toast, bacon, fresh mushrooms, mayonnaise

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for quesadillas mexicanas

Quesadillas Mexicanas

Made with fresh cilantro, avocados, hot, flour tortillas, refried pinto beans, cheddar cheese, ham, salsa, sour cream

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fiesta ranch potatoes with chili dip

Fiesta Ranch Potatoes With Chili Dip

Made with diced green chilies, fiesta ranch party dip mix, potatoes, vegetable oil, sour cream

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cajun cheese dip

Cajun Cheese Dip

Made with process cheese product, jalapenos, Andouille sausage, onion, cilantro

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for garlic bread deluxe

Garlic Bread Deluxe

Made with French or Italian bread, cumin, butter or margarine, garlic, parmesan cheese or romano cheese, fresh parsley, fresh basil, dried thyme, paprika

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for popcorn trail mix

Popcorn Trail Mix

Made with non-stick cooking spray, butter or margarine, honey, microwave popcorn, granola, oats, dried cranberries, ground cinnamon, sunflower kernels

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for stuffed garlic spinach bread

Stuffed Garlic Spinach Bread

Made with frozen pizza dough, kosher salt and ground black pepper, parmesan cheese, olive oil, onion, garlic, spinach, red bell peppers, black olives, crushed red pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for poached sea scallop, smoked salmon and caviar canapes

Poached Sea Scallop, Smoked Salmon And Caviar Canapes

Made with green onion, caviar, smoked salmon, sour cream, chives, lemon juice, court bouillon, sea scallops, bread canape bases

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chilled aromatic shrimp with cilantro-ginger-lime cream

Chilled Aromatic Shrimp With Cilantro-Ginger-Lime Cream

Made with fresh cilantro, fresh ginger, green onions, garlic, jalapeno pepper, sugar, salt, lime juice, vegetable oil, shrimp

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for rotel cream cheese dip

Rotel Cream Cheese Dip

Made with shrimp, salt, cream cheese, diced tomatoes with green chiles, garlic


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for white bean dip with cumin tortilla chips

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


recipe for clams oreganata

Clams Oreganata

Made with salt, bread crumbs, fresh oregano, fresh parsley, mint, olive oil, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, clams

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sesame crusted pan seared scallops

Sesame Crusted Pan Seared Scallops

Made with sea scallops, fresh ginger, garlic, green onion, cilantro leaves, rice wine vinegar, toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, canola oil, sake

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crab cakes with creole mustard sauce

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


recipe for hot spiced nuts

Hot Spiced Nuts

Made with nuts, sugar, black pepper, soy sauce, oil, ginger, salt, cayenne pepper, nutmeg

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for roast beef spread

Roast Beef Spread

Made with salt and pepper, roast beef, cream cheese, garlic, onion, parsley


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for creamy tuna dip with dill

Creamy Tuna Dip With Dill

Made with mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic salt, white pepper, cream cheese, dill weed, green onions, tuna, lemon juice, vegetables


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for grilled bloomin' onion

Grilled Bloomin' Onion

A low carb, keto friendly version of the famous Bloomin' Onion. It's grilled instead of battered and fried.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican dipping sauce

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

recipe for salmon pillows with basil cream sauce

Salmon Pillows With Basil Cream Sauce

Made with garlic, half and half, heavy whipping cream, Romano cheese, smoked salmon, cream cheese, lemon juice, white pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for peppercorn marinated shrimp

Peppercorn Marinated Shrimp

Made with red onion, capers, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, lemon, olive oil, shrimp, bay leaves


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for molten cheese and sausage (queso fundido con chorizo)

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

recipe for garlic parmesan stuffed mushrooms

Garlic Parmesan Stuffed Mushrooms

Made with black pepper, white mushrooms, Parmesan cheese, garlic, fresh Italian parsley


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for quick vegetarian chili-con-queso

Quick Vegetarian Chili-Con-Queso

Made with tomatoes, pinto beans, red kidney beans, garbanzo beans, hominy, tomato paste, green chiles, onion, zucchini, chili powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for caramelized peanuts

Caramelized Peanuts

Made with Spanish peanuts, butter, sugar, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mediterranean pita chips

Mediterranean Pita Chips

Made with paprika, garlic, pita bread, butter, Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, dried basil

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grilled portobello mushrooms stuffed with spinach & dried tomatoes

Grilled Portobello Mushrooms Stuffed With Spinach & Dried Tomatoes

Made with garlic, tomato, sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, black pepper, portobello mushrooms, Kosher salt, bread crumbs

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for dump dip

Dump Dip

Made with paprika, cheese, green onions, mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped green chilies, Mexican corn


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for buffalo chicken snackers

Buffalo Chicken Snackers

Made with paprika, garlic powder, chicken breast halves, wooden skewers, margarine, Tabasco sauce

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cucumber, tomato, and ginger relish

Cucumber, Tomato, And Ginger Relish

Made with white pepper, salt, soy sauce, olive oil, hot Asian sesame oil, ginger, garlic, cucumber, tomato

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sausage-bean dip casserole

Sausage-Bean Dip Casserole

Made with Cheddar or taco cheese, Italian sausage, refried beans, picante sauce, hot green salsa

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for curried chicken liver rumaki

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


recipe for homemade boiled peanuts

Homemade Boiled Peanuts

Made with salt, water, peanuts

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crab cakes with lemon sauce

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

recipe for bacon-wrapped little smokies

Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies

Made with toothpicks, Little Smokies sausage, bacon, brown sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for corn salsa with cumin

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

recipe for frozen bread and butter pickles

Frozen Bread And Butter Pickles

Made with vinegar, sugar, cucumbers, onion, pickling salt


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for hot jalapeno relish

Hot Jalapeno Relish

Made with mustard seed, celery seed, jalapeno peppers, tomatoes, onions, vinegar, sugar, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for grilled rumaki

Grilled Rumaki

Made with water chestnuts, chicken livers, soy sauce, brown sugar, fresh ginger root, black pepper, cayenne pepper, bacon

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cranberry turkey mini sliders

Cranberry Turkey Mini Sliders

Made with brie cheese, fresh baby spinach, sesame seeds, cranberry sauce, salt and pepper, frozen turkey meatballs, poultry seasoning, refrigerated biscuit dough, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for creole snack mix

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


recipe for christmas confetti dip

Christmas Confetti Dip

Made with zucchini, red bell pepper, sour cream, dry ranch-style salad dressing mix, cucumber, carrot


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for wonton shrimp appetizers with cilantro cream sauce

Wonton Shrimp Appetizers With Cilantro Cream Sauce

Made with cumin, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, lime, butter, garlic powder, flour, ginger

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for deep-fried pickles with buttermilk batter

Deep-Fried Pickles With Buttermilk Batter

Made with peanut oil, dill pickles, buttermilk, cornmeal, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for creamy hot shrimp dip

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

recipe for cold shrimp dip

Cold Shrimp Dip

Made with Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, onion, chili sauce, mayonnaise, shrimp, cream cheese


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for spinach-leek dip in a round crusty bread

Spinach-Leek Dip In A Round Crusty Bread

Made with round crusty bread, leek soup mix, fresh spinach, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, green onions


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for appetizer ham balls

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

recipe for reuben quesadillas

Reuben Quesadillas

Made with oil, Swiss cheese, flour tortillas, Thousand Island salad dressing, corned beef, sauerkraut

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mussels escabeche

Mussels Escabeche

Made with white wine, mussels liquid, fresh thyme, green onions, lemon, olive oil, garlic, green curry, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours





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