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Melba Toast

You can use any type of bread for this recipe. We used anadama bread, which is made with molasses and cornmeal. Serve this with our Potted Crab.

Author: Martha Stewart

Make Ahead Sausage Pinwheels

Filled with sausage, sweet pepper and cream cheese, these roll-ups are excellent for unexpected visitors, a cocktail party or a halftime snack. Besides being easy to make, they can be done way ahead and...

Author: Taste of Home

Marinated Mushrooms

To save last-minute prep time -- and allow the flavors to develop even more -- make these tangy mushrooms a day ahead. Serve them with store-bought olives and pickled hot or sweet peppers as an antipasto...

Author: Martha Stewart

Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip

Everyone will simply devour this savory and delicious dip with shredded chicken throughout. The spicy kick makes it a perfect football-watching food, and the recipe always brings raves. -Janice Foltz,...

Author: Taste of Home

Jalapeno Popper Spread

I've been told by fellow party-goers that this recipe tastes exactly like a jalapeno popper. I like that it can be made without much fuss. -Ariane McAlpine, Penticton, British Columbia

Author: Taste of Home

Bacon Cheese Biscuit Bites

As a busy stay-at-home mom, I like great-tasting recipes that are easy and that the kids can help prepare. These savory snacks meet both of those requirements.-Margo Lewis, Lake City, Michigan

Author: Taste of Home

Quick and Easy Corn Salsa

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Marinated Mozzarella & Tomato Appetizers

Inspired by a dish I had at a restaurant, this simply sensational combination should marinate for at least three hours-the longer the better. -Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

Author: Taste of Home

Vol au Vent

These pastries make a stunning first course when filled with a seafood stew, soft scrambled eggs, or creamed mushrooms. For best results, use a vol-au-vent cutter, although round cookie cutters can also...

Author: Martha Stewart

Avocado Dip

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Chocolate Covered Bacon Strips

This is the perfect marriage. The sweetness of chocolate and the saltiness of bacon. What could be better?

Author: Denise

Deli Sandwich Spread

Creamy, chivy and tangy, this sandwich spread would also be delicious as a dip. Just 10 minutes to whip up, and it chills as you finish preparing the rest of the meal. -Cathy Tang, Redmond, Washington

Author: Taste of Home

Asparagus Appetizer Roll ups

This is a wonderful warm appetizer for springtime entertaining. It's perfect for showers and also makes a tasty first course for Easter dinner.

Author: Taste of Home

Zucchini Tomato Salsa

Wondering what to do with all her garden zucchini, Jennifer Magrey of Sterling, Connecticut came up with this versatile and colorful salsa: "I also serve it on crackers, burgers, chips, baked potatoes...

Author: Taste of Home

Ham Tortilla Roll Ups

Put last night's leftover ham to good use with these easy appetizers. The pinwheels are attractive and flavorful-and always popular at parties. -Lynn Holgate, Manassas, Virginia

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Chili con Queso Dip

I can count on a roomful of smiles whenever I make this---and it couldn't be easier!-Tammy Leiber, Navasota, Texas

Author: Taste of Home

Cheesy Chicken Taco Dip

We're huge college football fans (go Irish!), and my chicken taco dip hasn't missed a season opener in many years. A slow cooker keeps the dip warm for the whole game-if it lasts that long! -Deanna Garretson,...

Author: Taste of Home

Italian Chicken Soup with Pasta and Tomatoes

We like to think of this recipe as an Italian grandma's take on classic chicken noodle soup.

Author: Martha Stewart

Spinach Cheese Pinwheels

Crescent roll dough hurries along these pretty pinwheels from Diane Robbins of McCleary, Washington. You can prepare a plate of them in about half an hour, then serve them as appetizers or to round out...

Author: Taste of Home

Potato Crab Cakes with Lime Butter

Very special, easy and absolutely delectable, these golden brown patties boast a citrusy lime butter topping-and loads of flavor. Emory Doty - Jasper, Georgia

Author: Taste of Home

Takeout Style Veggie Egg Rolls Recipe by Tasty

Here's what you need: glass noodle, hot water, shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, scallions, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, soy sauce, sesame oil, wheat egg roll wrappers, water, vegetable...

Author: Claire Nolan

Cranberry And Brie Crescent Ring Recipe by Tasty

It's a wreath you can eat! The creamy brie and sweet cranberry sauce complements the flaky crust so perfectly, this easy appetizer will be gone in minutes. We can't think of a better way to "ring" in the...

Author: Betsy Carter

Dolmades (Stuffed Grape Leaves)

These rice-and-meat-stuffed bundles are a traditional Greek appetizer.

Author: Martha Stewart

Pesto Bruschetta

My daughter came up with this recipe and I'm asked for a copy of it every time I make it. It's easy to switch up the flavor by using different types of pesto. -Shirley Dickstein, Parma, Idaho

Author: Taste of Home

Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

"There are never leftovers when I serve these! This recipe is from a friend, but I modified it for a slimmer version that tastes as good as the original." Cathy Barger - Clarksville, Michigan

Author: Taste of Home

Roasted Eggplant and Tomatoes

Also known as baigan chokah, this dish is often eaten with simple whole-grain flatbreads, such as chapatis, or rice. It can also be served as part of a meal in small, individual bowls. This recipe is courtesy...

Author: Martha Stewart

Cheddar Bacon Toasts

Four ingredients are all you need to bake up these golden appetizers. They pair perfectly with a bowl of soup or can be served as an after-school snack.-Mary Martin, Columbus, Kansas

Author: Taste of Home

Layered Pesto Cheese Spread

Guests won't be able to pass up this unique spread. In fact, the pesto and cheese combination will have them coming back for more! -Denise Hruz, Germantown, Wisconsin

Author: Taste of Home

Crowd Pleasing Party Meatballs

We served this scrumptious dish at our wedding. It went over so well that it's been served at other weddings and family functions, and the requests keep coming! -Stefany Blevins, Portsmouth, Ohio

Author: Taste of Home

Favorite Marinated Mushrooms

Brenda Snyder from Hesston, Pennsylvania notes, "This is a nice way to serve mushrooms as an appetizer...and it also makes a great side dish for any type of meat. Sometimes I add these tangy mushrooms...

Author: Taste of Home

Barbecue and Beer Meatballs

This simple meatball recipe relies on time-saving ingredients like frozen meatballs and barbecue sauce. It's the perfect last-minute appetizer! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Author: Taste of Home

Glazed Meatballs

Allspice adds a bit of a twist to typical barbecue meatballs in this recipe from Nancy Horsburgh of Everett, Ontario.

Author: Taste of Home

Greek Olive Tapenade

Welcome to an olive lover's dream. Mix olives with freshly minced garlic, parsley and a few drizzles of olive oil to have the ultimate in Mediterranean bliss. -Lisa Sojka, Rockport, Maine

Author: Taste of Home

Black Eyed Pea Salsa

Colorful tomatoes, green pepper and red onion contrast nicely with black-eyed peas. -Lynn McAllister, Mt. Ulla, North Carolina

Author: Taste of Home

Chili Shrimp

This spicy shrimp appetizer is a hit at every buffet I host. The fiery sauce clings to the succulent shrimp, which look so pretty arranged on a festive platter. Best of all, the shrimp can be easily prepared...

Author: Taste of Home

Cheesy Artichoke Dip

"I first tasted this warm, well-flavored dip at our daughter's house-and immediately asked for the recipe," relates Ramona Larson, a homemaker from Andover, Minnesota. Since then, she's served it herself...

Author: Taste of Home

Twice Baked Mini Potatoes

I love to take tried and true recipes like twice baked potatoes and add new twists. I consider these to be the ultimate party appetizer. -Lyndsay Wells, Ladysmith, British Columbia

Author: Taste of Home

Creamy Mushroom Bruschetta

Mushrooms-button, portobello and shiitake-plus a lovely blend of herbs make a hearty, flavorful topping for bruschetta. -Amy Chase, Vanderhoof, British Columbia

Author: Taste of Home

Bacon Quesadilla

This fuss-free quesadilla is so tasty, you'll feel like you're treating yourself. This makes a great snack for one. You can double or triple the ingredients if needed. -Kathy Kittell, Lenexa, Kansas

Author: Taste of Home

Tomato Black Bean Salsa

This fresh-tasting medley bursts with homegrown garden goodness, including tomatoes, red pepper and crunchy corn. "Serve this salsa in the traditional way with baked tortilla chips and veggies-or as a...

Author: Taste of Home

Barbecue Meatballs

I came across this recipe while living abroad many years ago. These meatballs are as finger-licking good as barbecued ribs but easier to eat.-Dane Harvill, Mosca, Colorado

Author: Taste of Home

Italian Olives

A friend shared this recipe with me more than 25 years ago, and I still get raves when I serve them as part of an antipasto platter. -Jean Johnson, Reno, Nevada

Author: Taste of Home

Chocolate Fruit Dip

I've been told I'm not allowed to come to neighborhood parties unless I bring this dip! It's always a big hit. I usually serve it with strawberries and pineapple, but it's good with other fruit, such as...

Author: Taste of Home

Baked Chicken Nachos

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...

Author: Taste of Home

Cheese Ball Spread

"This rich creamy spread looks so festive with flecks of green onion and red pimiento dotting with cheddar cheese," relates field editor Sundra Hauck of Bogalusa, Louisiana. "It's a crowd-pleaser at any...

Author: Taste of Home

Cranberry and Bacon Swiss Cheese Dip

This warm, rich and creamy Swiss cheese dip is guaranteed to please family and friends alike. Served with thin, crunchy slices of French bread, it makes the perfect appetizer-especially since it can be...

Author: Taste of Home

Benedictine Dip

Benedictine is a creamy spread studded with chopped cucumbers. It was named in honor of Jennie Carter Benedict, a chef and restaurateur from Louisville, Kentucky, who created the condiment at the turn...

Author: Taste of Home

White Bean Bruschetta

This fabulous bruschetta has a Tuscan flavor. Quick and easy, I've made it many times to serve when entertaining guests. -Kristin Arnett

Author: Taste of Home

Tomato Bacon Squares

Swiss cheese perfectly compliments the bacon, tomatoes & bell peppers.

Author: April Phillips

Bacon Water Chestnut Wraps

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Author: Taste of Home