Dress up pizza dough with a topping of Pecorino Romano cheese and caramelized onions to create this crowd-pleasing onion focaccia.
Author: Martha Stewart
Any round loaf works as a serving bowl for this cream-cheesy dip, with spinach, cheddar, water chestnuts and, yes, bacon. Scoop the dip with the extra bread and veggies-then eat the bowl! -Frieda Meding,...
Author: Taste of Home
This is a "dash in the pan" dish that's always a hit. The spicy nachos have plenty of chicken and two kinds of beans, so they make a filling snack. -Karen Horning, Rockford, Illinois
Author: Taste of Home
Chipotles make this salsa rich and smoky. Serve it as a topping for the tacos or as a dip for tortilla chips.
Author: Martha Stewart
Baby artichokes fry up quickly; as the outer leaves crisp, the center becomes meltingly tender.
Author: Martha Stewart
I get repeated requests for this easy-to-prepare appetizer. It's one of the first to disappear from the table.-Sheila Styles, Travelers Rest, South Carolina
Author: Taste of Home
Bird is the word when it comes to these wings. They're baked to a perfect golden brown and hum with mild, delicious Asian spices. Thanks to an overnight marinade, the chicken inside stays tender while...
Author: Taste of Home
In this sweet-and-salty Palestinian tapenade recipe from Zaitoun cookbook author Yasmin Khan, a handful of pantry ingredients come together to create something exquisite: black olives, walnuts, capers,...
Author: Martha Stewart
This rustic tomato galette recipe is a delicious way to use summer cherry tomatoes. Its simple, flaky butter pie crust is filled with ripe heirloom or Roma tomatoes, pesto and feta cheese. -Kate Wood,...
Author: Taste of Home
My father and his Chinese 'brother's' recipe for the best deep fried shrimp, now famous in our town. If you have leftover bacon, don't worry; you can deep fry it and that's for you! For a sauce, ketchup...
Author: Ramey Bekish
This fun dip recipe uses ingredients that I always have in the fridge, so it's easy to throw together on short notice. -Cindi DeClue, Anchorage, Alaska
Author: Taste of Home
This tart showcases the thyme flavoring of the goat cheese filling.
Author: Martha Stewart
This creamy dip is oozing with cheesy goodness thanks to the combination of cream cheese and mozzarella. We topped ours with pepperoni slices, but you can easily customize it with your favorite pizza toppings....
Author: Taste of Home
A classic recipe for oysters, said to be "as rich as Rockefeller," gets an update from chef Alex Guarnaschelli, Food Network host and executive chef at The Darby.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fried to golden perfection, these nicely seasoned cakes from Jacqui Correa of Landing, New Jersey, are loaded with fresh zucchini and succulent crabmeat.
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, frozen chopped spinach, artichoke heart, cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, sourdough...
Author: Kiano Moju
You'll need just five ingredients to blend together this smooth and creamy bean dip. It's delicious and quick to make. -Kris Capener, Ogden, Utah
Author: Taste of Home
The aspic's bright color and glassy sheen will make a radiant addition to your table. Serve it topped with our Chiffonade Dressing.
Author: Martha Stewart
Crisp on the outside, creamy on the inside, these Fried Mashed Potato Croquettes make tasty hors d'oeuvres.
Author: Martha Stewart
Dried cherries are the sweet surprise alongside the savory ingredients in these delightfully different spirals. I roll up the tortillas and pop them in the fridge well before party time, and then I just...
Author: Taste of Home
Turn classic cocktail shrimp into a gruesome Halloween hors d'oeuvre that will terrify and delight party-goers. Arrange shrimp in a deep bowl, pour a gelatin-based cocktail sauce over the shrimp, and chill...
Author: Martha Stewart
For holiday parties and summer picnics, try these stuffed wonton cups with a Southwest-style chicken filling. You can freeze them, too. Just reheat after thawing. -Lee Ann Lowe, Gray, Maine
Author: Taste of Home
"This is so easy and delicious, you can't stop eating it," writes Joni Hilton of Rocklin, California. At just 5 grams of fat per serving, you don't even have to feel guilty about it!
Author: Taste of Home
Lime and chili add a kick that really make this recipe pop. Plus, the grilled peppers are a great way to get my family to eat veggies. -Libby Walp, Chicago, Illinois
Author: Taste of Home
This bistro-inspired first course of bitter greens, tart apple, and toasted walnuts is enhanced with bubbling Bucheron cheese and toasted baguette. It's both impressive and perfectly suited to last-minute...
Author: Martha Stewart
We love this recipe! I've lightened it considerably without losing flavor, and no one can tell the difference. Give the dip a try on baked potatoes, too! -Sandie Heindel, Liberty, Missouri
Author: Taste of Home
The flavors of sweet carrots, mustard and curry blend deliciously in this appetizing dip. Raw veggies are the perfect partners. -Louise Weyer, Marietta, Georgia
Author: Taste of Home
Our little turnovers get their heat from both chipotle and poblano chiles and make a spicy Mexican appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: slider buns, olive oil, BBQ sauce, lemon juice, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, pepper, salt, chicken, red cabbage, shredded carrot, green onion, jalapeño, paprika,...
Author: Julie Klink
I like to shape this pepper jelly spread like a Christmas tree around the holidays, but this is a recipe I make year-round. -Charolette Westfall, Houston, Texas
Author: Taste of Home
Named for the 17th-century French Marquis d'Uxelles, Duxelles is an adaptable, delectable mixture of finely chopped mushrooms, shallots, and herbs. Serve on toast points with whipped goat cheese and fresh...
Author: Martha Stewart
My family loves jalapeno poppers and jalapeno popper dip; but I made it rarely because of the high fat and calorie content. My wonton poppers allows us to enjoy one of our favorite appetizers without the...
Author: Taste of Home
In this no-fuss recipe from chef Chris Schlesinger, toss littleneck clams directly onto the grill, cook until they open, and serve with a wine-butter sauce. Also try:Barbecued Oysters with Bacon and Garlic...
Author: Martha Stewart
For zesty appetizers that win big every time, we glaze chicken wings with barbecue sauce, a little heat and a good team of spices. Whether you're tailgating on the frozen tundra or watching the game from...
Author: Taste of Home
I was recently at a wedding reception where the menu was all small bites. Here's my rendition of the pear pastries they served. They're the perfect combo of savory and sweet. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove,...
Author: Taste of Home
My lasagna noodle chips turned out great and are out-of-this-world crispy. And the dip truly tastes like rich, cheesy Italian-American lasagna. -Linda Cifuentes, Mahomet, Illinois
Author: Taste of Home
Chicken bites wrapped in bacon get a kick from Montreal seasoning and sweetness from barbecue sauce. We love the mix of textures. -Kathryn Dampier, Quail Valley, California
Author: Taste of Home
Souvlaki is usually served with tzatziki, a yogurt sauce with cucumbers. This version has more cucumber than yogurt, for a dish with crunch and freshness but few calories.
Author: Martha Stewart
This dip is what bagels dream about. With a kick of horseradish, this smoked salmon dip packs all the flavors of your favorite New York deli in to one bite.
Author: Martha Stewart
Your guests will never guess how easy this elegant appetizer is to create. The pretty apricot sauce is delightful with the creamy Brie cheese.
Author: Taste of Home
Chock-full of crab and topped with chunks of rustic bread, this irresistible spread is substantial and hearty. Offer a knife for slathering it onto cut vegetables.
Author: Martha Stewart
"Chinese take-out can be high in sodium, fat and calories, so these crispy appetizers are a nice alternative. Whenever my husband craves a take-out egg roll, I make these instead," shares Barbra Annino...
Author: Taste of Home
Spicy and slightly tangy, this special dip from Jerene Bennett of Seymour, Missouri gets its kick from hot pepper sauce and salsa.
Author: Taste of Home
The canned sardines are coated in cornmeal and fried up in minutes for a delicious appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: puff pastry, hot dogs, cheddar cheese
Author: Alvin Zhou
Green peas shine in a soup that gets tang from buttermilk, depth from vermouth, and body from a Yukon Gold potato. Delicate pea tendrils are a fitting garnish, but optional.
Author: Martha Stewart
This easy-to-fix bruschetta can be served as an appetizer or as a colorful side dish. -Rachel Garcia, Fort Knox, Kentucky
Author: Taste of Home