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...
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....
Folks always seem to flock to the snack table when the lineup includes this refried bean dip. When my brother-in-law brought this dip to our house for...
Years ago, my husband invented this gooey cheese dip. I may be biased, but I have to say it's excellent. If you like heat, rev it up with finely chopped...
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...
This takes some time to make, and there is expert-level stirring involved, but what a small price when you consider the final results. Whether you do this...
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...
Nothing pleases party guests like a hot artichoke dip. We upgraded our recipe by adding extra veggies and subtracting the extra fat so you can scoop up...
This festive dip is a snap to make, taking only 10 minutes from start to finish. Thanks to its hint of sweetness, both kids and adults will gobble it up....
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....
Here's what you need: ground beef, hot italian sausage, garlic, fresh parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, italian bread crumbs, eggs, milk, marinara...
I adapted this texas caviar from one in a cookbook I received a long time ago, and now, I can't imagine a get-together at my house without this quick and...
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,...
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,...
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...
I got this salsa recipe from my sister, and my children and I have been making batches of it ever since. We pair pint jars with packages of tortilla chips...
Zippy jalapeno, tart lime juice and garden-fresh cucumbers take center stage in this chunky salsa from Sandy Lee of Choctaw, Oklahoma. "I always have more...
This chicken samosa recipe is best served with yogurt dipping sauce or chutney (like coriander and mint, tamarind or sweet mango). The dough and filling...
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...
While this is a pizza almost everywhere else, in certain places on the German/French border, it goes by the totally dessert-sounding name of tarte flambée....
This lemony tart is loaded with fontina cheese and fresh asparagus. It's a snap to make but looks really impressive. Be advised...your guests will be vying...
We entertain often, and antipasto is one of our favorite crowd-pleasers. Guests love having their choice of so many delicious nibbles, including pepperoni...
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...
My husband loved the appetizers we ordered at a Chinese restaurant so much that I was determined to develop a crab rangoon recipe to make them at home....
You can assemble this effortless appetizer in a jiffy. The pizza-flavored dip goes very fast, so you may want to make two batches. -Stacie Morse, South...
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...
"This dip recipe is one of my favorites," says Aleta Amick of Madison, Wisconsin. "It's so easy to make and always goes over well at the parties and large...
Unlike true pancakes, "Cong You Bing" (or Chinese scallion pancakes) are made from a dough instead of a batter. The tasty appetizers are the perfect "sponge"...
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...
This reinterpretation of meatballs combines breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, and onion for a very flavorful holiday appetizer, enough for a crowd of...
This versatile recipe converts easily into a creamy dip or smooth dressing. It's delicious served with fresh veggies or drizzled over greens. -Carolyn...
I've taken this creamy spread to many holiday gatherings and parties- and there's never any left to bring home! Well-seasoned with a blend of herb flavors,...
This baked blooming onion recipe is brushed with melted butter and mustard, sprinkled with bread crumbs and seasonings. It's a lighter version of the classic,...
Sunday is grill-out day for my husband, Cliff, and these bacon-wrapped stuffed jalapenos are one of his specialties. We usually feature them at our annual...
These tasty and convenient Latin-American-style turnovers can be frozen for up to three months, individually wrapped in plastic and placed in resealable...
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...
Upgrade your next game day with this tangy, spicy chicken wings recipe. After coating the wings with flour and roasting them, cover them with a beautiful,...
Nothing is better than freshly made guacamole when you're eating something spicy. It is easy to whip together in a matter of minutes and quickly tames...
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...
Crackers make great dippers for this artichoke dip recipe. Chips and breadsticks work well, too. It's become the traditional introduction to our family's...
This recipe just says "party!" The ingredients are basic, but the finished appetizer looks like you worked a lot harder than you did. -Carol Bess White,...