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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    Graveyard Veggie Pizza

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


    Sausage Cheese Balls

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


    Shrimp Pizza

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


    Apricot Ham Balls

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


    Saucy Asian Meatballs

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


    Grilled Bacon-Onion Appetizers

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


    Squash Appetizer Cups

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


    Quick Coconut Shrimp

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

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    Spinach Dip

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


    Mini Hot Browns

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


    Roasted Red Pepper Triangles

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


    Feta Spinach Pizza

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


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    Pineapple Salsa

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


    Benedictine Spread

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


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    Salmon Patties

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


    Crab Cakes

    There's no need to travel to the shore for crab cakes. Our easy crab cake recipe makes crispy cakes that...


    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...


    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...


    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...