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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    Savory Pork Turnovers

    Apples, potatoes, ground pork and seasonings tucked inside flaky golden pastry never fail to win praise from my family at...


    Sausage Quiche Squares

    Having done some catering, I especially appreciate interesting, appetizing finger foods. I'm constantly asked to make these popular squares to...


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    Jalapeno Poppers

    This jalapeno popper recipe is just what you need when there's a game on or company coming. They're quick and...


    Mock Guacamole

    "This tempting mixture is a light alternative to traditional guacamole," assures field editor Diane Molberg of Emerald Park, Saskatchewan. "No...


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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...


    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....


    Cheddar Cheese Puffs

    "These cheesy appetizers are so easy to make and so quick to bake," comments Tonya Farmer of Iowa City, Iowa....


    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...


    Ham Buns

    These tasty sandwiches are a great way to use leftover ham. Friends with whom I've shared the recipe tell me...


    Party Pizzas

    These tiny flavor-packed party pizzas will be the star of your soiree. Little rye bread slices topped with sausage, beef...


    Olive Sandwich Spread

    "This recipe was given to me by my mother many years ago," says Dorothy Warren of Toulon, Illinois. "It's tasty...