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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    Tzatziki Shrimp Cucumber Rounds

    I created this recipe with what I had on hand one night, and now it’s one of my husband’s favorites!...


    Zucchini Crab Cakes

    Fried to golden perfection, these nicely seasoned cakes from Jacqui Correa of Landing, New Jersey, are loaded with fresh zucchini...


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    Fried Okra

    Crispy, crunchy and absolutely delightful. It's hard to stop eating fried okra once you pop a few of these tasty...


    Fourth of July Pizza

    This festive pizza requires only four ready-to-use ingredients, so it can be assembled in no time. Kids will get a...


    Crab-Stuffed Cones

    Wonton wrappers form crunchy little horns filled with a creamy mixture of canned crab and plenty of dill in these...


    Garlic Dip

    Our creamy, delicious garlic dip is a five-minute recipe that everyone’s going to love!


    Smoked Salmon Cheesecake

    "We live on Kodiak Island off the coast of Alaska, and salmon is one of our favorite foods," writes Becky...


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    Christmas Meatballs

    The perfect tasty holiday party appetizer that your guests will absolutely gobble up.

    Louisiana Crab Dip

    When friends visit from other parts of the country, I treat them to a Cajun-style Christmas. This flavor-packed seafood dip...


    Bacon Cheese Wreath

    My grandmother makes this smoky bacon and Parmesan spread for parties and holiday get-togethers. For a pretty yuletide presentation, decorate...


    Black Eyed Pea Salad

    This eye-catching black eyed pea salad is packed with nutrient-dense ingredients for a healthy dish that's ready for weeknights or...


    Grilled Chicken, Mango & Blue Cheese Tortillas

    Here's a fantastic outdoor appetizer to kick-start your summer get-togethers. We double or triple the ingredients when we host parties....


    3-in-1 Cheese Ball

    Three incredible cheese balls with the flavors of pesto, horseradish-bacon and Gorgonzola make a dazzling display at any get-together. —Taste...


    Roasted Pumpkin Nachos

    I had previously made this dish with black beans and corn off the cob in the summer. Wanting to try...


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    Bacon, Cheddar and Swiss Cheese Ball

    When it’s time for a party, everyone always requests this ultimate cheese ball—it’s such an impressive appetizer. And if you’re...


    White Chocolate Brie Cups

    Try these unique little tarts as an appetizer before a special meal, or save them for a surprisingly different dinner...


    Smoky Grilled Corn Salsa

    Our backyard grill is the perfect place to cook up the ingredients for homemade corn salsa. It’s yummy with tortilla...

    Grilled Red Pepper Dip

    We grill peppers with rosemary and garlic, then blend them with sun-dried tomatoes for a creamy spread to pass with...


    Cranberry-Beef Mini Burgers

    Cranberry tapenade brings a deep red color and sweet-sour zing to these fun little bacon cheeseburgers. Serve them for parties...


    Spicy Shrimp & Crab Cocktail

    This seafood starter is so good that it makes me love a food I usually don't—radishes! This recipe also calls...


    Slaw-Topped Beef Sliders

    When I was working full time, I relied on these delicious, fast-to-fix beef sliders for simple meals. To speed prep...


    Blue Cheese Onion Dip

    I decided to tweak the onion soup dip you see at every gathering, and everyone seems to be glad I...


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    Jalapeno Popper Dip

    Baked jalapeno popper dip is chock-full of cream cheese, mild jalapenos and melty cheddar, and has a buttery, crunchy bread...

    Cranberry Brie Bites

    Cranberry Brie bites are a low-effort, high-reward recipe. They really save the day when you’re juggling a ton of other...


    One-Bite Tamales

    Clever little meatballs deliver the flavor and rich sauce of a traditional tamale in a bite-sized portion. They’re a delightfully...


    Martini Cheese Dip

    After tasting a delicious cheese dip at a party, I experimented at home and came up with my own version....


    Sicilian Nachos

    Crispy bread replaces the classic tortilla chips and savory meat sauce tops things off. This hearty appetizer easily doubles as...


    Stuffed Artichoke Bottoms

    These creamy, quick bites are really yummy and couldn’t be much easier to make. I prepare them ahead of time...


    Pepperoni-Stuffed Mushrooms

    No one can resist stuffed mushrooms with the fantastic flavor of pizza! The Italian-style appetizers disappear as fast as I...