Appetizers

Scare your guests with this delicious, yet good-for-you addition to your next Halloween party!—Taste of Home Test Kitchen

These bite-sized sausage balls are a favorite of mine. Feel free to swap in different cheese for the cheddar. You...

If you are tired of tomato sauce and pepperoni for pizza nights, try this elegant shrimp pizza. It features a...

My family requests these ham balls for our annual Christmas Eve open house.

Go ahead and help yourself to these peppery, sauced-up meatballs. Ground turkey moves them to the lighter side. —Lisa Varner,...

”I’m the father of three girls who loves cooking for the family in my spare time,” says Dayton Hulst from...

“These cheesy, moist bites always go fast!” says Lori Bowes from Waterford, Michigan. “If I’m in a hurry, I bake...

Purchased taco seasoning mixes can't compare to our home economists' flavorful blend.

These coconut-fried shrimp are downright addicting. If you ask me, the bigger the shrimp, the better. That way you can...

Need a dip for a party or for game day? Spinach dip is the answer, because nothing beats a classic.

Why buy bottled salsa when you can make a more flavorful variety at home with not a lot of effort?...

Here's my take on the famous Hot Brown sandwich. Guests quickly saddle up for juicy turkey slices and crispy bacon...

I sandwich full-flavored meats, cheeses and veggies between layers of flaky crescent dough for this sensational treat. We like to...

This easy and elegant appetizer from Rebecca Irons in Lubbock, Texas has only four ingredients! “I first tasted something similar...

“My husband and I love this pizza, which makes a quick, hearty meal for us on busy work nights,” writes...

Our vibrant pineapple salsa holds a tropical, sweet taste that perfectly balances salty tortilla chips or ultra-savory, meaty mains.

Simple yet surprisingly delicious, these ripe plantain fritters are an excellent accompaniment to an African or Caribbean stew or braise....

This Benedictine spread is an old-fashioned recipe from Kentucky made with cream cheese, cucumber and dill. It's great as a...

I got the recipe for these crabmeat bites from a friend. What amazed me most is that my husband, who...

These meatballs may be tiny, but they're big on taste. Taco seasoning adds a tasty twist to these appetizers that...

While it looks complicated, this attractive meatball-filled ring is really very easy to assemble. My family loves tacos, and we...

The first time I served these, my husband and kids thought we were having plain meatballs. Then they cut into...

As a transplanted New Englander, I was anxious to use some of Florida's fresh fruits in new recipes. I came...

My husband and I are retired, and I like to look for simple, speedy ways to cook. This thick cheesy...

As charming as it is delicious, this pumpkin cheese ball is a perfect autumnal treat for a Halloween party or...

For fun flavor, try this mini corn dog snack made with cornmeal dough. Serve a tangy dipping sauce. —Geralyn Harrington,...

The flavor of tuna is very subtle in this thick and creamy spread. It's terrific on crackers or carrot and...

I take these hearty appetizers to every party we attend and always bring home an empty tray. I also keep...

Salmon patties are quick and easy! Prepare this versatile recipe the night before for a simple lunch, or turn it...