Appetizers

This round-up of favorite appetizer recipes makes it easy to find the perfect hot, cold, or easy party pleaser. Get inspired!

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    Corn and Bacon Dip

    The recipe for this creamy appetizer or snack dip was given to me about 20 years ago by a friend....


    Corn Tortilla Pizzas

    These tasty individual pizzas have the zippy flavor of tacos. When I created this recipe and served these pizzas to...


    Pizza by the Scoop

    "This tasty cold snack dip is one of my most-requested recipes and always pleases friends at get-togethers," relates Georgene Robertson...


    Breaded Cauliflower

    What if cauliflower was a delicious snack instead of a plain side dish? Our breaded cauliflower is scrumptious, thanks to...


    Guacamole Dip

    SINCE guacamole is a favorite in this area with its emphasis on Mexican food, I decided to create my own...


    Mushroom Bacon Bites

    This is the perfect appetizer for most any occasion. The tasty bites are easy to assemble and brush with prepared...


    Hot Mustard Pretzel Dip

    It's a snap to stir together this zippy dip from Kim Barrick of Lincoln, Illinois. With its hint of honey,...


    Slow-Cooked Salsa

    I love the fresh taste of homemade salsa, but as a working mother, I don't have much time to make...

    Perky Olive Penguins

    These tuxedo-clad tidbits are actually ripe olives stuffed with a subtly seasoned cream cheese filling. The adorable appetizers are dressed...


    Taco Cornbread Squares

    Cornbread makes a delicious crust for this hearty meal from Denise Hughes of Waynesville, Missouri. "I cut it into bite-size...


    Easy Sausage-Stuffed Loaf

    "This cheese-, spinach- and sausage-filled bread is a real crowd-pleaser," assures Suzanne Hansen of Arlington Heights, Illinois. "Tasty slices are...


    Basil Garlic Bread

    This is a must have accompaniment in my home. It goes well with Italian dishes to a simple salad dishes.—Stephanie...


    Cheese-Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes

    "They're easy to fix as an appetizer or salad," says Mary Lou, a Florida native. "It's impossible to eat just...



    Cucumber Pita Wedges

    I first tasted these delicious snacks at a friend's houses. Of the finger foods she served, this platter was the...


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    Fried Sweet and Sour Chicken

    Meet the Cook: Since you can chop up all the ingredients the night before, this fried sweet and sour chicken...


    Chili Nachos

    When you need to feed a crowd, our chili nachos recipe is the way to go. A thick, creamy, hearty...

    Fruit with Yogurt Dip

    I round out breakfast with this refreshing dish. The three-ingredient dip is creamy and has a nice brown sugar flavor....


    Bacon Cheese Fries

    It's so easy to make Bacon Cheese fries: bake or air fry frozen fries until they're crisp, then load them...


    Asparagus Roll-Ups

    These roll-ups are simply divine. A friend shared the recipe after serving them at a church brunch, where they disappeared...


    Ground Beef Snack Quiches

    My husband, Cory, farms, so supper can sometimes be quite late. A hearty appetizer like these meaty mini quiches is...


    No-Yolk Deviled Eggs

    "This lighter recipe still provides traditional deviled egg flavor and appearance," conveys Dottie Burton of Cincinnati, Ohio. "A mashed potato...


    Fruity Brownie Pizza

    I start with a basic brownie mix to create this luscious treat that's sure to impress company. Sometimes I add...

    Dill Dip

    It's not a party without dip, and this dill dip recipe is the perfect centerpiece for a crudités board, crackers...


    Carrot Dip

    This creamy appetizer, fresh from Raegan Dexter of Union Grove, Wisconsin, features nothing but great flavor. "you don't have to...


    Radish Dip

    Relish radishes? Then you'll like Eileen Frederickson's dip—it gets its zesty taste right form that root crop. To really show...


    Spinach Balls

    Spinach balls are a tasty appetizer that requires just a few pantry (and freezer) staples and about 20 minutes from...


    Party Sausages

    Don't want any leftovers from your party? Serve these tempting sausages in this sweet and savory sauce. I've never had...


    Pinto Bean Dip

    Whenever there's a gathering, friends tell me, "Be sure to bring your bean dip!" With several delightful layers, this is...