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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 smoked tuna dip

Smoked Tuna Dip

Made with liquid smoke, horseradish, salt, tuna, cream cheese, onion, lemon juice, sour cream


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for onion, black olive, and caper relish for fish

Onion, Black Olive, And Caper Relish For Fish

Made with salt and ground black pepper, fresh parsley, fresh marjoram or oregano, olive oil, onions, garlic, black olives, capers, anchovy fillets...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for provolone and pesto layered cheese torte

Provolone And Pesto Layered Cheese Torte

Made with baguettes or crackers, pine nuts, provolone cheese, cream cheese, butter, garlic, pesto, sun-dried tomatoes


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for pressure cooker chinese beef-rice baby meatballs

Pressure Cooker Chinese Beef-Rice Baby Meatballs

Made with chopped or ground beef, scallions, fresh ginger root, ground ginger, eggs, water chestnuts, sugar, soy sauce, dry sherry

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   30-60 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

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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 cranberry feta pinwheels

Cranberry Feta Pinwheels

Made with flour tortillas, whipped cream cheese, feta cheese, green onions, dried cranberries


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for layered bruschetta dip

Layered Bruschetta Dip

Made with Wheat Thins, cream cheese, garlic, tomatoes, green onions, cheddar cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes


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 tangy garlic dill pickle relish

Tangy Garlic Dill Pickle Relish

Made with turmeric, celery seed, mustard seed, dill seed, pickling cucumbers, Vidalia or sweet type onions, pickling salt, white distilled vinegar, sugar, garlic

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker sweet and sour kielbasa sausage

Slow Cooker Sweet And Sour Kielbasa Sausage

Made with kielbasa sausage, hot pepper sauce, onions, butter, brown sugar, ketchup, cider vinegar, brown mustard, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for olive pimento cheese spread

Olive Pimento Cheese Spread

Made with olive juice, pimientos, stuffed olives, dry mustard, cream cheese, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce


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 all-american bbq sliders

All-American BBQ Sliders

Made with brown sugar, cider vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire, ground chuck, ground sirloin, salt, pepper, red onion, cheddar cheese

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


recipe for mexican cream cheese dip

Mexican Cream Cheese Dip

Made with tortilla chips, cream cheese, refried beans, no-bean chili, Mexican blend shredded cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for firecracker snacks

Firecracker Snacks

Made with saltine or oyster crackers, canola oil, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, Ranch salad dressing mix


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for italian olive salad

Italian Olive Salad

Made with salt and freshly ground pepper, hot red pepper flakes, pimiento-stuffed green olives, garlic, celery, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon zest, dried oregano


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for bacon mini potatoes

Bacon Mini Potatoes

Made with small new potatoes, Dijon mustard, bacon

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 garlic-cilantro bread

Garlic-Cilantro Bread

Made with black pepper, fresh cilantro, French bread, butter, garlic

Method:   outdoor grill
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 slow cooker sweet and sour cocktail meatballs

Slow Cooker Sweet And Sour Cocktail Meatballs

Made with cocktail sauce, precooked frozen meatballs, grape jelly

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

recipe for crispy cheese wafers

Crispy Cheese Wafers

Made with cayenne pepper, crisped rice cereal, flour, sharp cheddar cheese, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for candied pumpkin spice pecans

Candied Pumpkin Spice Pecans

Made with pecan, butter, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crispy chicken dumplings

Crispy Chicken Dumplings

Made with chicken breasts, egg whites, rice wine or dry sherry, ginger root, scallions, salt, oil, cornstarch, Chinese white rice vinegar or cider vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for roasted garlic and pesto hummus

Roasted Garlic And Pesto Hummus

Made with salt and pepper, lemon juice, pesto, chickpeas, garlic


Time:   1-2 hours


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 kix corn chip snack

Kix Corn Chip Snack

Made with corn chips, Kix cereal, Parmesan cheese, margarine or butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken parmesan sliders

Chicken Parmesan Sliders

Made with dried oregano, fennel seeds, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, chicken breast halves, panko bread crumbs, eggs, flour

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for baked lobster dip

Baked Lobster Dip

Everyone will be impressed with this creamy, baked lobster dip at your next party. A hint of horseradish is the secret ingredient.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spinach and artichoke dip with bowtie pasta chips

Spinach And Artichoke Dip With Bowtie Pasta Chips

Made with Parmesan cheese, sour cream, cream cheese, frozen chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, Monterey jack cheese, paprika, fresh parsley, bow tie...

Method:   stovetop, oven, deep fryer
Time:   1-2 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 rustic antipasto platter

Rustic Antipasto Platter

Made with baguette, kalamata olives, Mortadella, mild Genoa salami, prosciutto, antipasto dip, Asiago cheese, Parmesan cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pseftokeftedes santorini (greek spinach balls)

Pseftokeftedes Santorini (Greek Spinach Balls)

Made with plum tomatoes, spinach, scallions, garlic, parsley, oregano, cinnamon, fresh mint, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for barbecue pecans

Barbecue Pecans

Made with honey, vinegar, pecans, butter, seasoned salt

Method:   oven
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 deep fried shrimp balls

Deep Fried Shrimp Balls

Made with oil, egg white, egg yolk, fresh ginger, salt, water chestnuts, pork fat, raw shrimp, chicken stock, white bread

Method:   oven, deep fryer
Time:   30-60 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 asparagus, thyme and parmesan puffs

Asparagus, Thyme And Parmesan Puffs

Made with fresh thyme, Gruyere cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, cayenne pepper, salt, all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, milk, asparagus spears

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cream cheese christmas wreath

Cream Cheese Christmas Wreath

Made with salt, herbed salt substitute, pimentos, bacon, cream cheese, mayonnaise-type salad dressing, green onion, Cheddar cheese, green olives


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker chicken enchilada dip

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Dip

Made with Pepper Jack cheese, cream cheese, enchilada sauce, boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for dean martin's caviar potato appetizers

Dean Martin's Caviar Potato Appetizers

Made with caviar, baking potatoes, sour cream, onion salt

Method:   oven
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


recipe for pickled celery

Pickled Celery

Made with turmeric, dry mustard, salt, sugar, water, cider vinegar, celery

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes




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