Not too hot but full of flavor, these shrimp are one of a kind. They're easy to make and take to parties, where they'll impress the other guests. -Bob Gebhardt, Wausau, WI.
Author: Taste of Home
Everyone loved the crab salad my mother-in-law contributed to a family gathering, so I reduced the fat in her recipe for this version. Serve it hot or cold or as a spread for crackers. -Lanie Kappe of...
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I look for recipes that are deceptively easy. These fancy-but-quick crab and cucumber appetizers are heavenly, and the stand-out colors light up any gathering or holiday table, no matter the season. -Nancy...
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My friends threaten to not come by unless this dip is on the menu! The rich spread bakes right in the bread bowl and goes well with almost any dipper. Plus, cleanup is a breeze. -Nicole Marcotte, Smithers,...
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I cannot throw a party without making this recipe. It's fast and easy, and my kids love it. -Courtney Wilson, Fresno, California
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From Benton Harbor, Michigan, Katina Tanner sends a low-fat party starter. "This is a wonderful way o use fresh basil," she says. "Increase the amount of herbs if you like or replace the pita chips with...
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For a change from spicy Buffalo sauce, try these sweet and sticky wings. There's a good chance they'll become your new favorite! -Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York
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"Either as an appetizer or side dish," promises Faye Buffenmeyer of Lebanon, Pennsylvania, "this is delicious!" And, since it can be made ahead, you might think about doubling the recipe and freezing some...
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A crispy coating made with cornflakes and pork sausage dresses up these Scotch eggs. They're fabulous hot out of the oven. Or enjoy them cold for a snack. -Dorothy Smith, El Dorado, Arkansas
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This is a wonderful warm appetizer for springtime entertaining. It's perfect for showers and also makes a tasty first course for Easter dinner.
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Your guests are in for a sweet surprise when they try this chocolate chip cheese ball-it tastes just like cookie dough! Rolled in chopped pecans, this chip-studded spread is wonderful on regular or chocolate...
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I make these sandwiches for showers, weddings, and special family events. I got the recipe from a friend many years ago while attending the wedding of their daughter. They are so delicious, you can't stop...
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A good friend shared this recipe with me. It is super easy and so delicious. Guests will love it! It's best served with crackers that aren't strongly seasoned. -Linda Alexander, Madison, Wisconsin
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Here's what you need: chicken breast, taco seasoning, vegetable oil, onion, garlic cloves, bell peppers, lime, tortillas, butter, shredded cheese
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Serve your clan a big ol' platter of these fun and crazy-tasty nacho bites as you cheer for your team. You'll score big with tortilla chips filled with creamy, spicy cheese and beef! -Raine Gottess, Coconut...
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Here's what you need: flour tortillas, butter, rotisserie chicken, salsa, sour cream, mexican blend cheese, guacamole
Author: Claire Nolan
My husband's aunt shared this recipe with me ages ago. Not only is it a Christmas Eve tradition in my home, but in the homes of our grown children as well. -Delores Hill, Helena, Montana
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Jerky is a portable, chewy snack. You can make your own with our recipe. The meat has a savory flavor and a bit of heat. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
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This chicken nachos recipe is delicious and so simple. Rotisserie (or leftover) chicken keeps it quick, and the seasonings and splash of lime juice lend fantastic flavor. My husband enjoys this snack so...
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This super-easy appetizer has pleased many guests at our house and is sure to be a hit at yours, too! The four-ingredient bits offer a light and refreshing taste any time of the year. -Cheryl Lama Royal...
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Salsa is the surprising ingredient in this creamy tuna spread. It gives a unusual spark we enjoy. -Peggy Burdick, Burlington, Michigan
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Mexican fare only gets better when topped with Anna Yeatts' colorful Fresh Salsa. The Pinehurst, North Carolina cook uses ripe tomatoes, crisp onion and a touch of minced serrano pepper, making it just...
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I've got one of those sweet, creamy dips you can't resist. Bake it in the oven, or use the slow cooker to make it ooey-gooey marvelous. -Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida
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I brought this slightly spicy cheese dip to a gathering with friends and it was a huge hit. The spicy pork sausage provides the zip! -Marion Bartone, Conneaut, Ohio
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Folks will think you fussed over this pretty appetizer, but it took our Test Kitchen only minutes to top a round of smooth and creamy brie with warm sweet apricots. This is one easy appetizer certain to...
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I like to dunk these appetizer meatballs in blue cheese or ranch salad dressing. If I make them for a meal, I often skip the dressing and serve with blue cheese polenta on the side. -Amber Massey, Argyle,...
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With cayenne pepper and hot sauce (both optional), this delicious dip doubles up on the heat. Chock-full of crabmeat, this appetizer feels special, yet it only takes minutes to prepare. -Carol Forcum,...
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Filled with tangy feta and a handful of sweet tiny tomatoes, red bell peppers take on a Mediterranean twist.
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe comes from a friend, who loves to cook...just like me! The spread is always well received at parties when served alongside wedges of onion bagels. -Pam Reul, Owatonna, Minnesota
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I came up with this green tomato salsa recipe so I could use up all the fresh tomatoes from my garden. -Vanessa Moon, Tucson, Arizona
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Many times I've taken this dish to church dinners and I'm always asked for the recipe. It's a super appetizer for any gathering.
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When I want a break from butters or jams, I like to whip up this simple spread. All of the variations are wonderful and taste great on toasted breads. -Rita Addicks, Weimar, Texas
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Here's what you need: salmon, honey, sesame seed, soy sauce, lemon, ginger, red chili, garlic, sea salt, sesame seed, spring onion, red chili
Author: Ellie Holland
These wonderful little rolls are baked until lightly toasted and the cheese melts. The leftover King's Hawaiian ham sliders keep really well in the fridge, and they make a lovely cold snack. Followers...
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I make them these deviled eggs and refrigerate them in a glass gallon jar for my husband to sell at his tavern. The customers love them! I found the recipe in an old cookbook years ago. -Marjorie Hennig,...
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You'll love the freshness from the parsley and thyme in these little cream cheese-stuffed mushrooms. Our family loves them! -Rachel Reed, Gainesville, Georgia
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This cheddar-Vidalia dip gets a nice kick from an added cup of pepper Jack cheese. It's fun to serve with an assortment of crackers and breadsticks. -Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
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These luscious stuffed berries are the perfect bite-sized dessert. -Stephen Munro, Beaver Bank, Nova Scotia
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A few simple tricks -- soaking in warm water and vinegar, dusting lightly with cornstarch, and cooking in a very hot pan -- ensure that the potatoes stay crisp.
Author: Martha Stewart
Cream cheese and a variety of herbs and vegetables make even deli cold cuts a fancy and filling appetizer. Bite-size pieces look so pretty set on a platter in a circle. But the arrangement never stays...
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"When I get home late from work as an operating room nurse, I often rely on this handy recipe," says Jane Epping of Iowa City, Iowa. "Topped with salsa and sour cream, the crisp wedges are always a hit....
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I received this recipe through a friend at a weight loss group. I make at least eight batches of the salsa every year. It's truly a hit with family and friends! -Cheryl Jacobsen, Warburg, Alberta
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At your next family dinner, serve shrimp cocktail with not one but three easy, crowd-pleasing dipping sauces-mango-basil, remoulade, and tomato-horseradish.
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This is hands-down the easiest dip to make, and I never have leftovers. We have used venison in place of hamburger, as well as half hamburger and half spicy sausage. Everyone enjoys this wonderful dip!...
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These mussels and clams are steamed in a fragrant broth of shallots, herbs, and white wine. You'll want lots of grilled toasts to sop up the juices.
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I can count on a roomful of smiles whenever I make this---and it couldn't be easier!-Tammy Leiber, Navasota, Texas
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"You can whip up this creamy dip in your food processor in no time, then chill it 'til company comes," suggests Gail Rhoades of Denver, Colorado. "The garden-fresh flavor of the cucumber really complements...
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Stuffed mushrooms are superstars in the hot appetizer category. I use baby portobello mushrooms and load them with creamy goat cheese and sweet red peppers. -Mike Bass, Alvin, Texas
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