I often make this quesadilla just for myself. It's a snap to prepare.-Amber Waddell, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Author: Taste of Home
We enjoyed this exquisite crab dip at my grandson's wedding reception. It looks fancy but is easy to make. You can even fill the bread bowl early in the day and chill it until serving. Just remove it from...
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My family favors chicken wings that are mildly seasoned with honey, ginger, soy sauce and chili sauce. Tasty and tender, they are sure to be a hit at your next get-together. They're a crowd-pleaser! -Marlene...
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These stuffed jalapenos make a great party appetizer. The recipe can easily be doubled for a crowd.
Author: Martha Stewart
Had a full day of sledding, shopping or decorating? Settle in for a family-pleasing meal of homemade pizza. With a prebaked crust and simple Alfredo sauce, it's easy and delicious. -Tammy Hanks, Gainsville,...
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When you want a more "meaty" appetizer for your holiday buffet, reach for these finger-licking-good ribs!
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Especially when made with plump, in-season asparagus, this dish makes for a sophisticated, visually pleasing appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
Ever since I can remember, my Mother served this pickled egg recipe at Easter. It was a tradition that my family expected. I made them for my granddaughter the last time she visited and they were all gone...
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Four kinds of meat, two kinds of spread and an assortment of breads add up to dozens of delicious sandwiches guests can assemble themselves. Cost: $66.81 TIP: To serve 24, we suggest buying a package each...
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This fruit salsa served with tortilla chips is great for summer barbecues. It can also be served alongside fish and chicken entrees. -Mary Gloede, Lakewood, Wisconsin
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When my husband was stationed in England in the mid-1960s, I traveled to Switzerland and purchased two copper fondue pots. I've used them countless times to make this meat fondue since then. -Margaret...
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When we get together with friends, I like to prepare this creamy spinach dip. It's a real crowd pleaser. -Janelle Lee, Appleton, Wisconsin
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At party time, I bring out a platter of my easy stuffed mushrooms. I like to make mine with reduced-fat sausage, but you can use regular for an indulgent treat. -Debby Beard, Eagle, Colorado
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These creamy stuffed jalapenos have some bite. They may be the most popular treats I make! My husband is always hinting that I should make a batch. -Lisa Byington, Johnson City, New York
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Here's what you need: flour, garlic powder, pepper, salt, chicken winglets, oil, butter, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, sesame seed, scallion
Author: Claire Nolan
I received this recipe years ago from my grandmother. She also told me to have fun being creative and experimenting in the kitchen. My friends request these little puffs at every gathering. -Jean Bevilacqua,...
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Casual, flavorful and low in carbohydrates, these Vietnamese Pork Lettuce Wraps are a perfect and low-fuss way to feed a group. Place the ingredients in separate dishes and let your guests assemble their...
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Herbs lend amazing flavor to these deviled eggs, which truly are the best you can make! The recipe includes tasty variations that feature bacon, chipotle peppers and crab.-Jesse & Anne Foust, Bluefield,...
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How about a fast festive appetizer just for two? These hot, crispy little bites boast a rich creamy filling with a hint of crab. "They simply melt in your mouth," promises Robin Boynton of Harbor Beach,...
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Dates are stuffed with blue cheese, wrapped in bacon and baked until crisp. These are delicious and very easy to make for a party. You can serve them at room temperature, so it is okay to make a few hours...
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The secret ingredient in this sassy sauce is the grape jelly. It's a sweet contrast with the chili sauce. -Irma Schnuelle, Manitowoc, Wisconsin
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Combine a blend of herbs to create this mouthwatering mix. Plumping the herbs in water before stirring into olive oil enhances the flavor. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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"CHRISTMAS was the time when our family forgot about the food budget and splurged on one special meal. I can still see Grandmother making dozens of these little meatballs! The hint of spices gives them...
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This sweet and salty, melt-in-your-mouth appetizer is sure to please anyone!
Author: Gabsmom
A mandoline or a hand-held slicer will quickly turn out thin, even slices of sweet potato, although a sharp knife and a steady hand will also work fine.
Author: Martha Stewart
Patatas bravas (which means "spicy potatoes") is the ultimate Spanish comfort food. Served tapas-style, the crispy potatoes and smoky sauce are difficult to resist. Add a drizzle of garlic aioli for a...
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Ensure that you don'tlose a drop of juice by nestling your shellfish in salt. Fill a shallow ovenproof servingdish with coarse salt or sea salt, and place oysters in it as you shuck them. This willprevent...
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In the summertime, I love to make this easy, zippy homemade salsa recipe with fresh tomatoes from my garden. I even have a special pan for roasting the peppers. -Roger Stenman, Batavia, Illinois
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My husband always calls this recipe "finger-licking good," and these BBQ wings really are to die for! The sauce is also great on chicken breasts. -Linda Gardner, Richmond, Virginia
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To bring out the crudite dip's tangy flavor, chill it before serving. This will allow the flavors time to blend. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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My friends and neighbors expect me to bring this irresistible dip to every gathering. When I arrive, they ask, "You brought your bean dip, didn't you?" If there are any leftovers, we use them to make bean...
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My family loves crab salad and deviled eggs, so I tried combining the two. The crabmeat adds a lot of flavor. What a hit! -Kevon Shuler Chelsea, MI
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Sea scallops seared in olive oil require little embellishment.
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The flavor of tuna is very subtle in this thick and creamy spread. It's terrific on crackers or carrot and celery sticks, stuffed in a tomato or used for a sandwich. -Dorothy Anderson, Ottawa, Kansas
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My husband and his brother operate a 400-cow dairy farm, so we enjoy many foods featuring an assortment of dairy products. This dip is my mom's recipe.-Cathy Hanehan, Saratoga Springs, New York
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Served as an hors d'oeuvre or a light main dish, these stuffed mushrooms are pretty and delicious. Canned crabmeat becomes absolutely elegant. -Jennifer Coduto, Kent, Ohio
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Our son often made these olives for holiday get-togethers. They are simple to make and add a little zest to the other offerings on the buffet table. -Marguerite Shaeffer, Sewell, New Jersey
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A classic southern comfort food, this spread is used as an appetizer with crackers, corn chips or celery. It is also smeared between two slices of white bread for sandwiches and as a topping for hamburgers...
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Cauliflower is aaaaall the rage nowadays, and there's nothing like a new trend to get you excited to fire it up in the kitchen! Maybe you love cauliflower rice, or you're often found chowing down on a...
Author: Pierce Abernathy
Here's what you need: medium sized mushrooms, butter, garlic, fresh spinach, cream cheese, salt, pepper, breadcrumb, parmesan cheese
Author: Claire Nolan
These are spicy and wonderful! As close as I can get to a restaurant version that I am addicted to. Serves 2 as an entree and 4 as an appetizer.
Author: Jan
My husband and I met at a cooking class. We have loved creating menus and entertaining ever since. These make-ahead antipasto skewers are always a hit. -Denise Hazen, Cincinnati, Ohio
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This salmon dip is a delightful hors d'oeuvre that's excellent for any occasion. The combination of salmon, cream cheese and spices gives it terrific flavor. -Raymonde Hebert Bernier, Saint-Hyacinthe,...
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We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter. -Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
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These cheese-stuffed jalapenos are always popular when my husband and I host a tapas (appetizers) party. There's a flavor explosion in each crisp and tender pepper. -Mary Potter, Sterling Heights, MI
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Nothing is better than freshly made guacamole when you're eating something spicy. It is easy to whip together in a matter of minutes and quickly tames anything that's too hot. -Joan Hallford, North Richland...
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Sometimes, the best part of a home-cooked dinner is the simplest part. That's right, we're talking about rolls: buttery and flaky, they capture all things right about freshly-baked bread. Sure, bread baking...
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"The garlic is mellow and sweet in this recipe," says Lara Pennell of Mauldin, South Carolina. "I never fail to get compliments when I serve this as a first course-even brie-haters are converted!"
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