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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 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 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 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

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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 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 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 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 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 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 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


recipe for bastrop louisiana caviar

Bastrop Louisiana Caviar

Made with tortilla chips, Italian salad dressing, garlic, onions, blackeyed peas, green bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, pimento


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for fried cheese puff

Fried Cheese Puff

Made with salad oil, egg, Cheddar cheese, flour, salt, cayenne pepper, water, bread crumbs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for quick guacamole-spinach dip

Quick Guacamole-Spinach Dip

Made with tomato, dry guacamole dip mix, cream cheese, frozen chopped spinach


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for salty senorita's fundido dip

Salty Senorita's Fundido Dip

Made with celery, jicama, tortilla chips, onions, jalapeno, olive oil, pepper jack cheese, milk, pico de gallo

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheese-bacon finger sandwiches

Cheese-Bacon Finger Sandwiches

Made with black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, bread, sharp Cheddar cheese, bacon, onion, almonds, mayonnaise

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cajun salmon spread

Cajun Salmon Spread

Made with salmon, Cajun spice, tofu, lemon juice, roasted red pepper, dill, green onions


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pulled pork quesadillas

Pulled Pork Quesadillas

Made with flour tortillas, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, oil, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, garlic, pork shanks

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for antipasto bread

Antipasto Bread

Made with olive oil, frozen bread dough, green bell pepper, salami, provolone cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for avocado bacon dip

Avocado Bacon Dip

Made with salt and pepper, lime juice, avocado, sour cream, bacon, green onion, garlic


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for potato crostini with smoked salmon

Potato Crostini With Smoked Salmon

Made with white horseradish, potatoes, olive oil, salt, black pepper, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, sour cream

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sensational scallop hors d'oeuvres

Sensational Scallop Hors D'Oeuvres

Made with salt and pepper, scallops, olive oil, onion, vinegar, parsley

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for meatballs in a zesty champagne sauce

Meatballs In A Zesty Champagne Sauce

Made with champagne or port wine, grape jelly, ground beef, butter, salt, ketchup

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for reuben casserole dip

Reuben Casserole Dip

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

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked chili cream cheese dip

Baked Chili Cream Cheese Dip

Made with Mexican cheese, cream cheese, chili with beans, salsa

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for squash relish

Squash Relish

Made with prepared mustard, yellow and zucchini squash, onions, green bell peppers, pimento peppers, salt, cider vinegar, sugar, turmeric, nutmeg

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for seafood quesadillas

Seafood Quesadillas

Made with sour cream, guacamole, tomato, fresh jalapeno, flour tortillas, olive oil, pepper jack cheese, green onion, flaked crab meat, diced cooked shrimp or crawfish, bell pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker italian cheese dip

Slow Cooker Italian Cheese Dip

Made with dried basil, ground anise, garlic powder, hot or sweet Italian sausage, process cheese product, chunky salsa, ground fennel

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for miniature monte cristos

Miniature Monte Cristos

Made with ground cinnamon, salt, white bread, mustard, ham, turkey, Swiss cheese, buttermilk baking mix, eggs, evaporated milk

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


recipe for shake 'n' bake popcorn

Shake 'n' Bake Popcorn

Made with salt, margarine, popcorn, Shake 'n' Bake for chicken or pork

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chunky caramel popcorn

Chunky Caramel Popcorn

Made with dark chocolate chips, popcorn, cashews, pecan, brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, baking soda

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for smoky cream cheese spread

Smoky Cream Cheese Spread

Made with salt, garlic powder, cream cheese, Liquid Smoke, fresh chives


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for marinated artichoke appetizers

Marinated Artichoke Appetizers

This is a great party recipe because it can be prepared in advance and it's easy to pick up and eat. Use decorative party picks instead of toothpicks for a festive touch.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sugared jalapenos on cream cheese

Sugared Jalapenos On Cream Cheese

Made with tortilla chips, pickled jalapenos, sugar, lime rind, cream cheese


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for salmon and bean quesadillas

Salmon And Bean Quesadillas

Made with red onion, roasted red pepper, canned, boneless salmon, chili powder, garlic powder, corn, garbanzo or black beans, lime, salt and pepper, Monterey Jack cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grilled garlic baguettes

Grilled Garlic Baguettes

Made with French baguette, salt, black pepper, garlic, olive oil

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grits cakes with shrimp jalapeno jelly

Grits Cakes With Shrimp Jalapeno Jelly

Made with cornmeal, scallions, quick grits, Cheddar cheese, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, medium shrimp, all-purpose flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for deli meat antipasto platter

Deli Meat Antipasto Platter

Made with green bell pepper, Italian vinaigrette salad dressing, cherry tomatoes, fresh mushrooms, Provolone cheese, leaf lettuce, roast beef, hard salami, marinated...


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for mini rice quiches

Mini Rice Quiches

Made with salt, ground cumin, rice, Swiss cheese, eggs, real bacon bits, diced green chilies, pimentos, fresh parsley, milk

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes




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