Here's a fantastic way to use cucumbers. You'll love the creamy and crunchy texture and super fresh flavors. -Charlene Skjerven, Hoolpe, North Dakota
Author: Taste of Home
Green onions and ripe olives give lively flavor to these bite-size appetizers from Kathleen Green of Republic, Missouri. "They're quick to assemble and...
Author: Taste of Home
This is one of my favorite appetizers. We have lots of pig roasts here in Kentucky, and these small sandwiches are perfect to serve while the pig is roasting....
Author: Taste of Home
These pretty pinwheel appetizers from Charlie Clutts of New Tazewell, Tennessee are easy to make and fun to nibble, with a yummy cream cheese filling that's...
Author: Taste of Home
Sometimes you're just in the mood for a good ol' juicy hamburger. The type that's succulent and gloriously flavorful. But when you're entertaining, cooking...
Author: Tasty
Fans of bacon, lettuce and tomato sandwiches will fall for this creamy BLT dip. It's easy to transport to different functions and always draws recipe requests....
Author: Taste of Home
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...
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: unsalted butter, yellow onion, garlic, kosher salt, jumbo lump crabmeat, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, worcestershire sauce,...
Author: Betsy Carter
"The garlic is mellow and sweet in this recipe," says Lara Pennell of Mauldin, South Carolina. "I never fail to get compliments when I serve this as a...
Author: Taste of Home
My family has enjoyed this hearty ham salad recipe for years. It came to be an unexpected leftover every time we had ham for a special dinner. Recently,...
Author: Taste of Home
Comforting and creamy are just some of the words that describe Susanne Nonekowski's warm Spinach Artichoke Spread. "You may have tasted a similar spread...
Author: Taste of Home
Dates are stuffed with blue cheese, wrapped in bacon and baked until crisp. These are delicious and very easy to make for a party. You can serve them at...
Author: WINEANDCHEESE
Here's what you need: eggs, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, relish, salt, pepper, paprika, fresh parsley leaves
Author: Vaughn Vreeland
My easy crowd-pleasing recipe is prepared a day ahead of time, cutting down on the need for party-day fuss. I always seem to get a lot of requests for...
Author: Taste of Home
When we get together with friends, I like to prepare this creamy spinach dip. It's a real crowd pleaser. -Janelle Lee, Appleton, Wisconsin
Author: Taste of Home
My friends and I have been getting together for "ladies lunches" for years. These vol-au-vents are the perfect no-fuss fancy food; they look complicated,...
Author: Taste of Home
Wondering how to make potato skins taste great? I top my restaurant-worthy loaded potato skins with cheese, bacon and a dollop of sour cream. Have them...
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This cool and creamy dip is a real family favorite for snacking. Kids are all smiles while they munch their fresh veggies. -Denise Goedeken, Platte Center,...
Author: Taste of Home
This mouthwatering salsa features fresh pineapple and a handful of seasonings. Serve it with tortilla chips or atop grilled chicken or fish for a jazzed-up...
Author: Taste of Home
My husband and I met at a cooking class. We have loved creating menus and entertaining ever since. These make-ahead antipasto skewers are always a hit....
Author: Taste of Home
We combine a blend of herbs to create this mouthwatering mix. Plumping the herbs in water before stirring into olive oil enhances the flavor.-Taste of...
Author: Taste of Home
I'm a fan of classic dishes but frequently tweak them a bit to suit my family's tastes. My cheesy spinach dip is a little lighter than other versions I've...
Author: Taste of Home
Crushed red-pepper flakes, a few cloves of garlic, parsley, and oregano add plenty of flavor to these sautèed shrimp. Serve alone or with our Spaghetti...
Author: Martha Stewart
I often serve these meatballs as an appetizer at parties or over steamed rice as a main entree for dinner.
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: frozen shrimp, cornstarch, oil, garlic, fresh ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, scallions, white rice
Author: Frank Tiu
I first made this fresh, fruity salsa for a family baby shower. Everyone wanted the recipe. Now, someone makes this juicy snack for just about every family...
Author: Taste of Home
A magazine featured this recipe years ago, and it's still my favorite salmon. Just add crackers for a super simple yet elegant appetizer. -Norma Fell,...
Author: Taste of Home
I got this spicy recipe from a friend but altered the ingredient amounts to adjust the hotness of the sauce. Make sure everyone has extra napkins, these...
Author: Taste of Home
Relish adds a sweet, tangy kick to the classic deviled egg.
Author: Martha Stewart
These quick, versatile wontons are great for a savory snack or paired with a bowl of soothing soup on a cold day. I usually make a large batch, freeze...
Author: Taste of Home
Scooped up on a chip or in a taco, peach salsa makes everything taste like summer. It's also great served with chicken or fish, and since it comes together...
Author: Taste of Home
"I've been making this dip for years, and now my grown daughters fix it for their families," says Jauneen Hosking of Waterford, Wisconsin. "My mom makes...
Author: Taste of Home
Ranch dressing mix flavors this easy dip packed with shredded cheese. It's perfect paired with pretzels. Be forewarned, though-it's hard to stop eating...
Author: Taste of Home
Even folks who normally don't care for braunschweiger can't seem to resist this creamy spread. Topped with red and green peppers, it's a natural for holiday...
Author: Taste of Home
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...
Author: Taste of Home
Large shrimp tend to get rubbery when cooked. Grilling them is an excellent alternative. The bacon keeps them from drying out.
Author: stacy candlish
A classic southern comfort food, this spread is used as an appetizer with crackers, corn chips or celery. It is also smeared between two slices of white...
Author: Taste of Home
"This recipe was given to me by my mother many years ago," says Dorothy Warren of Toulon, Illinois. "It's tasty and unique."
Author: Taste of Home
Ever since I can remember, my Mother served this pickled egg recipe at Easter. It was a tradition that my family expected. I made them for my granddaughter...
Author: Taste of Home
My mom was born in Jamaica and lived there until she moved to the United States during her university years. I've loved this Jamaican beef patty recipe...
Author: Taste of Home
Everyone eats their vegetables when this creamy dip is served alongside them. The curry flavor gets stronger the longer the dip stands, so I like to make...
Author: Taste of Home
This versatile recipe converts easily into a creamy dip or smooth dressing. It's delicious served with fresh veggies or drizzled over greens. -Carolyn...
Author: Taste of Home
Is there a kid alive (or a kid at heart) who wouldn't gobble up this cookie dough dip with graham crackers? It beats dunking them in milk, hands down!...
Author: Taste of Home
My next-door neighbor shared this recipe with me, and I simply cannot improve it! You can make it ahead and cook it quickly when company arrives. The combo...
Author: Taste of Home
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...
Author: Taste of Home
It's hard to resist a crescent roll, bacon and cream cheese in one bite! Kids, friends, everyone will scarf these cream cheese pinwheels down. Now I bake...
Author: Taste of Home
Here's what you need: butter, fresh parsley, green onions, fresh oregano, garlic, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded parmesan cheese,...
Author: Matthew Johnson
Pineapple lends a fruity tang to this fun and tasty appetizer. Instead of one large cheese ball, you could make two smaller ones...one to serve before...
Author: Taste of Home
My husband and I raise cattle on our farm here in southwestern Ontario, so it's no surprise that we're fond of these saucy meatballs. I know your family...
Author: Taste of Home