For a winning appetizer, serve crispy phyllo cups filled with taco-seasoned ground beef and shredded cheese. These handheld bites will be a surefire hit with a hungry crowd. -Roseann Weston, Philipsburg,...
I like to have a package of rice papers and noodles on hand for quick and easy appetizer ideas. I've used thin or thick rice noodles for these rolls with equal success. -Lori Stefanishion, Drumheller,...
Meet the Cook: Try these as an accompaniment to hamburgers or fried fish, or with steaks on the grill. The recipe's from my mom, and it's one of her most popular. (As a newlywed 15 years ago, I often found...
We enjoy these yummy mushrooms every Christmas and when we have company for dinner. With bits of shrimp in the stuffing, they really stand out from other recipes. -Jacqui Beal, Dallas, Oregon
"I enjoy serving this hors d'oeuvre at family gatherings. It can be mixed ahead of time, refrigerated, and then spread on bread and baked at the last minute. Even kids like it." -Joyce Dykstra, Lansing,...
Maryland's Chesapeake Bay is known for crabs, and they're a big favorite of ours. When fresh crabmeat is available, we'll use it in this dip, but canned works just as well. This appetizer is nice for any...
Here's a different recipe to try with leftovers. It really has a good flavor. These chicken croquettes are fun to serve as an appetizer or for a meal. -Carleen Mullins, Wise, Virginia
With jobs, school and sport activities, evening is our time for family fun. We munch on this zippy dip while visiting or watching a movie. -Dawn Taylor, Milton, Kentucky
My son taught me how to make hummus, which is a tasty and healthy alternative to calorie-filled dips. Fresh roasted red bell peppers make it special. -Nancy Watson-Pistole, Shawnee, KS
Bacon Cheddar ranch dip is an irresistible starter that's full of bacon, cheese, green onions, cream cheese, and ranch dressing mix! You can serve it cold as well.
A former co-worker shared this recipe with me. It's easy to make but so delicious-people keep coming back for more! The spread is also good served on crackers or fresh vegetables, and it can be served...
Kid-friendly and quick, these crunchy oven-baked chicken fries are coated with a mixture of crushed potato chips, panko bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip them in ranch dressing, barbecue sauce or honey-mustard...
This is my secret for a wonderfully thick and easy dip to dress up fresh veggies, crackers or chips-and it goes together with only three ingredients! I just add cream cheese to the directions on the dressing...
We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea. It's easy to make ahead and carry to the ballpark, beach or playground, and the cinnamon-spiced yogurt dip adds a fun touch kids love. -Taste of...
With the classic combo of ham and cheese, this spread is a year-round favorite at our house. For football parties, shape the mixture into a football and add strips of Swiss for the laces. -Michele Moore,...
This tastes as good as any restaurant or store-bought California roll. Plus, it's one of the easiest sushi recipes for when you're first learning how to make sushi. For best results, use the sushi rice...
I came up with this recipe after my daughter had cheese fries at a restaurant and couldn't stop talking about them. She loves that I can fix them so quickly at home. Plus, the frozen fry packets can be...
From Flint, Michigan, Donna Letts shares this fast fix that she serves on miniature bagels as a special-occasion appetizer. Full of ham and green onions, the hearty mixture comes together in no time and...
These handheld pies can go directly from the freezer to the oven to bake. From frozen, place on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake according to the recipe but for a few extra minutes.
These wings get loads of flavor from the slightly sweet honey-barbecue sauce they're tossed in. They're just the tiniest bit sticky-exactly the way they should be. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
This creamy dip is a nice addition to an appetizer buffet. It's received many compliments, and I've handed out several copies of the recipe. -Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida
This was given to my mom by her best friend who is a southern girl at heart. It is a sweet and savory flavor that you never forget. Try it with a grilled cheese or on scrambled eggs...you can put it on...
There's no need to bring confetti to your next snack-time gathering. Just carry in this colorful veggie pizza that's topped with a rainbow of crunchy vegetables! Guests usually don't even guess this delicious...
Frozen phyllo tart shells bake up to crispy perfection that's heavenly with this warm, rich, creamy filling. They're a snap to prepare with canned crabmeat. -Linda Stemen, Monroeville, Indiana
This colorful salsa takes just minutes to prepare-and that's likely how long it will last at your next event, too! Chopped mango adds bursts of sweetness to this satisfying chip dip. -Judy Heiser, Uvalde,...
These tasty little crab tarts make excellent appetizers served warm and crispy from the oven. You can add them to your list of holiday finger food as well. They're true crowd-pleasers. -Connie McDowell,...
These are a favorite at parties and gatherings. The recipe is easy, and the meatballs can be made well ahead of time and frozen until needed. I think what makes them taste so good is the sauce. -Nathalie...
Instead of throwing out leftover mashed potatoes, use them to make this potato croquette recipe. The little baked balls are yummy with ranch dressing, barbecue sauce or Dijon mayonnaise for dipping. -Pamela...
The first time I sampled this dip was at a reunion. I hunted down the person who prepared it, acquired the recipe and have been making it ever since. Our daughter served it at our surprise 50th wedding...
Garlic and onion is a match made in heaven in my opinion, so I love creating new recipes to showcase the pair. Gruyere cheese adds impeccable flavor to the eye-catching starter. -Lisa Speer, Palm Beach,...
This is a party in your mouth. Creamy, smoky, spicy, sweet, this recipe makes for a dramatic appetizer that will wow at your Thanksgiving cocktail hour! The recipe also works with a 16-ounce round of Brie...
In Stafford, Texas, Joyce Fogleman requests: "Everywhere I take this dip, I'm asked for the recipe. I don't make it at home because I'm afraid that's all I'd eat the entire day. I'd love a downsized version...