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Cheddar Cheese Straws

Dry mustard, ground pepper, and cayenne give these crackers some kick. For variation, try Gruyere cheese in place of cheddar.

Author: Martha Stewart

Strawberry Ricotta Bruschetta

Here's an interesting spin on bruschetta. The creamy ricotta cheese spread is an ideal complement to the sweet, minty strawberry topping. -Laura Stricklin, Jackson, Mississippi

Author: Taste of Home

Tomato Bacon Dip with Focaccia

For a spread with BLT flavor, mix mayo and sour cream, then add bacon and tomato. We use it as a dip and zesty sandwich spread. -Marsha Postar, Lubbock, Texas

Author: Taste of Home

Apple Wonton Bundles

When preparing fondue for the main meal, don't forget to have a fondue dessert as well. These deliciously different treats taste just like caramel apples.

Author: Taste of Home

Spinach and Watercress Dip

Spinach-watercress dip becomes a handheld salad when scooped up by lettuce leaves.

Author: Martha Stewart

Rosemary Blue Cheese Shortbread

The subtle essence of rosemary comes through on these savory blue cheese treats. The will fast when you serve them at a gathering.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Author: Taste of Home

Hot Spinach Spread with Pita Chips

Warm and cheesy, this spread is absolutely scrumptious served on toasted pita wedges. Its colorful appearance makes a stunning addition to any buffet. -Teresa Emanuel, Smithville, Missouri

Author: Taste of Home

Marinated Blue Crab Claws

Save the claws the next time you have a crab boil at your house or purchase them already peeled from a local market. Make this one pot recipe ahead of time and pull it out of the fridge just in time for...

Author: Martha Stewart

Crispy Goat Cheese Appetizers

Want an amazing party starter? Coat slices of goat cheese with seasoned bread crumbs, fry them until golden-brown and top them off with tomato, basil, vinegar and pine nuts. -Julia TenHoeve, Richmond,...

Author: Taste of Home

Cranberry, Sour Cherry, and Grapefruit Chutney

Sweet-tart and spiced with cardamom and cloves, this chutney is delicious with any type of poultry or game bird, including duck and quail.

Author: Martha Stewart

Smoked Salmon Spread

"We're empty nesters now, and I've been experimenting to downsize recipes," shares Judith Mason of Bismarck, North Dakota. "This is a favorite." You can mix together the tasty topper in just 5 minutes,...

Author: Taste of Home

Buttermilk Dill Dip

This light, flavorful dip brings protein and perks up fresh sliced veggies in a hurry. -Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota

Author: Taste of Home

Stewed Lentils

Serve this unique side of stewed lentils with our Sausage with Sauteed Red Onions and Thyme.

Author: Martha Stewart

Baked Salt And Pepper Wings Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: chicken wings, olive oil, cornstarch, pepper, salt

Author: Julie Klink

Goat Cheese Leek Tart

This tart showcases the thyme flavoring of the goat cheese filling.

Author: Martha Stewart

Fried Corn Balls

These bite-size treats are so easy to make. Serve them as an appetizer or as a side to a beef or chicken entree.-Ronnie-Ellen Timoner, Middletown, New York

Author: Taste of Home

Exotic Five Spice Chicken Wings

Savor the flavors you crave! These distinctive wings deliver a sweet, salty and slightly spicy taste with every bite. -Barb Miller, Oakdale, Minnesota

Author: Taste of Home

Curly Fries Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: russet potatoes, canola oil, salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, ketchup

Author: Tasty

Italian Meatballs and Sausages

Here's a wonderful appetizer for the big game or any family function. Very easy to prepare and also very tasty. I've doubled and even tripled the recipe for large to huge groups. No matter how much I make,...

Author: Taste of Home

Lemon Herb Olives with Goat Cheese

Greek olives have a fruity flavor that comes into play when you mix them with lemon and fresh herbs. Spoon over goat cheese and slather on crackers. -Jeanne Ambrose, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Author: Taste of Home

Southwestern Onion Rings

These light crispy onion rings are sliced thin and spiced just right with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, chili powder and cumin. My family likes them alongside grilled burgers. They're even good as leftovers....

Author: Taste of Home

Easy Roast Beef Roll Ups

For a quick and crowd-pleasing apps, you can't beat these flavorful wraps seasoned with salsa. Roll some up for your family and friends! -Susan Scott, Asheville, North Carolina

Author: Taste of Home

Stuffed Bread Appetizers

You may want to double the recipe for this hearty cold appetizer because I've found that folks just can't seem to stop eating it! -Tracy Westrom, Lansdale, Pennsylvania

Author: Taste of Home

Cream Cheese Deviled Eggs

Peas and bacon give this traditional appetizer a nice little twist. A family favorite, these deviled eggs are always first to disappear from the table. -Abi McMahon, Sherman Oaks, California

Author: Taste of Home

Fiesta Shrimp Cocktail

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Author: Taste of Home

Endive Salad

Colorful endive leaves are drizzled with an easy, no-cook dressing.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pull Apart Herb Bread

THE INGREDIENTS for this recipe are so simple and the results so spectacular, I'm always willing to share the secret. It's actually a variation of a doughnut recipe I made years ago, using refrigerated...

Author: Taste of Home

Chutney Topped Brie

This easy and elegant appetizer from Rebecca Irons in Lubbock, Texas has only four ingredients! "I first tasted something similar at a cheese shop," she says. "Most any chutney flavor will work-from pineapple...

Author: Taste of Home

Chilled Raspberry Soup

Family and friends enjoy this lovely cold soup. I often use sugar substitute and reduced-fat sour cream to make it a little lighter.-Amy Wenger, Severance, Colorado

Author: Taste of Home

Passover Meatballs

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Author: Taste of Home

Lime Cilantro Hummus

Enjoy this fun dip with crackers or veggies or on your favorite sandwich or burger. To make it smoother, add a bit more olive oil. If you prefer a more rustic texture, decrease the oil a little. -Kimberly...

Author: Taste of Home

Saffron Yogurt Chicken Kebabs

A easy, rich Greek yogurt-based marinade is the key to these juicy flame-kissed chicken skewers that you can grill for a quick dinner.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pull Apart Cheesy Pesto Bread Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: strong bread flour, salt, yeast, warm water, extra virgin olive oil, pesto, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese

Author: Tasty

Pepper Jack Cheese Sticks

"If you see a group of people huddled around an appetizer table, it's probably because they're feasting on these fun snacks," writes field editor Darlene Brenden of Salem, Oregon. "The cornflakes give...

Author: Taste of Home

Marmalade Glazed Chicken Wings

A must-try recipe that even a wing skeptic will love. Orange marmalade lends an unexpected twist on flavor. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Author: Taste of Home

Baked Pasta with Tomato, Cream, and Five Cheeses

This classic dish from George Germon and Johanne Killeen's Al Forno restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island, is a favorite among their patrons.

Author: Martha Stewart

Walnut Cream Cheese Finger Sandwiches

Guests at an English tea my wife and I hosted thought these little sandwiches were fabulous. Even people who are not fond of cream cheese will love them. -Chuck Hinz, Parma, Ohio

Author: Taste of Home

Creamy Broccoli Spinach Dip

A classic dip gets a wake-up call when fresh broccoli florets are swapped in for canned artichokes. And since this version is served at room temperature, you don't even have to turn on the oven!

Author: Martha Stewart

Deep fried Shrimp Potato Balls Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: raw shrimps, salt, pepper, russet potatoes, butter, egg yolk, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, flour, flour, egg, panko breadcrumb, oil

Author: Tasty

Korean Wontons

Korean wontons (called mandoo) are not hot and spicy like many of the traditional Korean dishes. Filled with inexpensive vegetables and beef, the fried dumplings are very easy to prepare and so tasty!....

Author: Taste of Home

Perfect Corn Relish

This colorful corn relish is delicious with grilled chicken or shrimp. It also pairs well with the piquant flavors of quesadillas or crab cakes.

Author: Martha Stewart

Herbed Deviled Eggs

James Beard wrote of these beloved bites, "nothing disappears as quickly." Here, mashed yolks are mixed with herbs, grainy mustard, and vinegar, then piped into the whites.

Author: Martha Stewart

Grilled Matsutake Mushrooms

Shiitake mushrooms can be used in place of the matsutake, which are sometimes difficult to find.

Author: Martha Stewart

Italian Steak Bruschetta

This recipe combines my favorite things to eat: toast, steak, bruschetta topping and delicious pancetta. It's looks so pretty on the plate! This five-ingredient appetizer is easy to prepare but will have...

Author: Taste of Home

Cheesy Caramelized Onion Skillet Bread

This appetizer is perfect for a football game or informal party, but it came about because I have two sons who are always hungry. I needed time to get dinner on the table after coming home from work. They...

Author: Taste of Home

Roasted Portobello Caprese Salad

Tomatoes are roasted and then layered with the other traditional ingredients of a caprese salad -- mozzarella and basil -- over mushrooms.

Author: Martha Stewart

Easy Crostini

This recipe adapted from "Martha Stewart Holiday Party Foods."

Author: Martha Stewart

Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip

If you love yet hate that packaged onion soup mix dip, this is the version for you. It is a richer, deeper-flavored, cleaner-ingredient excuse for a potato-chip-dipping marathon. The dip can be refrigerated...

Author: Martha Stewart

Slim Curried Deviled Eggs

When you're in the mood for some good finger food, try any one of these sinfully delicious variations on deviled eggs. They are a cinch to fill and make a popular contribution to a potluck or brunch. -Taste...

Author: Taste of Home