"Guests will enjoy cooking this boldly seasoned meat, then dipping it in zippy sauce," notes field editor DeEtta Rasmussen of Fort Madison, Iowa.
Author: Taste of Home
These candied walnuts are the perfect complement to our Walnut-Olive-Oil Cake.
Author: Martha Stewart
Guests are always impressed when I serve these restaurant-quality shrimp. A selection of sauces served alongside adds the perfect touch. -Tacy Holliday Germantown, Maryland
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What I love about these meatballs is that they can be served as an appetizer right out of the slow cooker, or alongside your favorite pasta. They also make a delicious sandwich. -Jason Romano, Downingtown,...
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These pinwheels will go quick at your buffet. People will be asking for the recipe! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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With just 5 ingredients you can bake up this tender loaf with a colorful swirl of olives. This is a great bread to serve when you are having a large group at home or to take to a potluck.-Ann Major, Oskaloosa,...
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With wasabi in both the crab cakes and the dipping sauce, this festive appetizer brings its own heat to the holiday party. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan
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Here's what you need: american cheese, swiss cheese, portobello mushrooms, bread crumbs, egg, flour, vegetable oil, mayonnaise, ketchup, worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, hot chili sauce, lettuce, tomato,...
Author: Milloni Merchant
These creamy, quick bites are really yummy and couldn't be much easier to make. I prepare them ahead of time to take to a party, then bake them and serve with cocktail forks. -Sandi Vanthoff, Henderson,...
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This four-ingredient caramel dip is so simple and yummy. People always want to know how long I slaved over the stove to prepare it and are amazed to find that I made it in the microwave. When large marshmallows...
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"These savory bean and vegetable quesadillas are great for those who love Mexican flavors but can't handle too much heat," Cherylyn Radford explains from Fox Creek, Alberta. "I like to serve slices with...
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This simple-to-make, hearty appetizer features goat cheese and wild mushrooms atop crisp baguette rounds.
Author: Martha Stewart
This brightly colored salsa is highlighted by the peppers, radishes and red onions
Author: Martha Stewart
Martha and her young friend Alex Connolly made this delectable version of ravioli. A variety of fresh mushrooms, ranging from the mild-tasting button to the intense porcini, are mixed with Parmesan and...
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A few years back, I was looking for a snack that would suit my family's tastes. I combined three different recipes and came up with this one. They love the rich Parmesan flavor.
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We entertain a lot, and luxurious crab fondue makes guests feel indulged. -Debbie Obert, Middleburg, Florida
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Hot wings got their start in Buffalo, New York, in a kitchen. Although there was no game on at the time, today spicy wings and cool sauces are traditional game-day fare. Cayenne, red sauce and spices keep...
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Put a new delicious spin on nachos! Simple to make, these are ideal for most any party or a fun night in with family. Consider a build-your-own nacho bar so guests can choose their toppings. -Mike Tchou,...
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Bite-size and brimming with bacon and cheese, these melt-in-your-mouth tidbits are easy for guests to handle, and they look so colorful on a buffet. Nobody can stop with just one.
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Serve shrimp toast as part of a pupu platter for a stunning -- and delicious -- presentation. This recipe is adapted from "Martha Stewart's Hors d'Oeuvres for Entertaining."
Author: Martha Stewart
The whole family devours this herby cheese spread-even my son, the chef. Serve it with your favorite crackers. -Jane Vince, London, Ontario
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Enjoy this steakhouse appetizer right in your own home. Our Test Kitchen covered onion wedges with a golden batter and fried them to perfection. The spicy dipping sauce really heats things up!
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Sweet, tangy, smoky, and oh so good! A great party recipe that every carnivore loves.
Author: Ssharp
This fun recipe makes a tasty, crunchy treat that uses a wild resource so abundant here in the Southwest. Many people don't know cactus is edible-and tasty! If cactus don't grow where you live, your grocery...
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The longer this creamy, beefy blend chills, the better it tastes. I usually have to make a double batch when I bring it to family gatherings. It's good not only with bite-size bagel pieces, but also with...
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"Tangy marinated artichokes add flavor to both the crust and the topping of this delicious specialty pizza," says Pamela Brooks of South Berwick, Maine.
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My sister Teresa got this recipe from a friend and she passed it along. It's loaded with cheese, artichokes and just the right amount of jalapenos for a crowd-pleasing flavor. -Mary Spencer, Greendale,...
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Here's what you need: large watermelon, cucumber, red onion, salt, feta cheese, balsamic vinegar
Author: Tara Botwinick
A rich-but-worth-it appetizer, with prosciutto tucked under a blanket of bechamel sauce.
Author: Martha Stewart
Prepare these easy, cheesy rollups several days in advance if desired. Serve with your choice of mild or hot salsa or picante sauce. -Barbara Keith, Faucett, Missouri
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This thick fondue originated in my kitchen when I didn't have all of the ingredients I needed to make the recipe I initially planned to prepare. Served with bread cubes, it has since become a staple, particularly...
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A modest portion of smoked salmon yields a luxurious spread when blended with sour cream and a touch of lemon juice.
Author: Martha Stewart
Here's what you need: full-size chicken wings, oil, chilli powder, ginger garlic paste, pepper, salt, soy sauce, flour, cornflour, chilli powder, egg, water
Author: Evelyn Liu
Who would have guessed that mixing maple syrup, chili sauce and lime juice would make chicken wings taste so good? Family and guests alike will scramble to ensure they get more than one of these utterly...
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This dip is so easy to prepare and perfect for a small get-together. The vegetables are so delicious and are flavored perfectly with the lemon-pepper seasoning.-Carol Tobisch, Park Falls, Wisconsin
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This one-time appetizer idea was changed so many times because of my family's suggestions that it eventually became a main course. I think the homemade sauce sets these meatballs apart. - Evette Nowicki,...
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I was given some tiny fresh new potatoes from a friend's garden. I was grilling chicken and wanted an appetizer to throw on the grill. The bacon wrapped new potato was born. Serve with ranch dressing or...
Author: hungryallweighs
Newburg is a traditional New England dish of shellfish in a rich butter sauce flavored with sherry.
Author: Martha Stewart
These deviled eggs are nicely flavored with a tang of mustard and a spark of sweetness from pickle relish. We served them at the wedding reception of my daughter, Katherine Beth, and Patrick Althouse.
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Garlic and a host of herbs pleasantly season this savory spread. It's a "must" on my holiday menu because I can make it in advance. -Cheryl Fortier, Athabasca, Alberta
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This is one of our entertaining mainstays. It complements most meals and is so easy to prepare and dress up with a variety of garnishes. -Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York
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Here's what you need: store-bought pizza dough, shredded mozzarella cheese, presliced pepperoni, marinara sauce, nonstick vegetable oil cooking spray
Author: Tasty
These finger sandwiches are filling enough to satisfy hearty appetites. I've served the fun little stacks at every event, including holiday gatherings, showers and tailgate parties. -Kelly Williams, Forked...
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This is a favorite snack of mine that I serve when hosting my husband's office parties. Crunchy smoked almonds complement the creamy cheese dip.-Barb Whatley, Fremont, Nebraska
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I love the sweet orange marmalade paired with the zip of a jalapeno in this sweet-sour glaze. -Bonnie Stallings, Martinsburg, West Virginia
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This is one of the most popular appetizers I make and is lovely for a party. The spicy mayo is a perfect accent to the crab cakes. -Tiffany Anderson-Taylor, Gulfport, Florida
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I stuffed figs with cream cheese and wrapped them in bacon and spices for an addictive flavor combo that's sweet, salty and delicious. You can use dates, too. -Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon
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