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Appetizer Recipes

Get your party started with these tasty appetizer recipes from party-savvy cooks all across the country!

A plate of Daytona Hot Wings.

My Daytona Hot Wings

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By Lisa Johnson
I have been looking for a recipe for the Daytona Hot Wings like the ones ...
(1 rating)
A platter of Shrimp Toast.

Shrimp Toast - My Way

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By Dawn Whitted
There is a Chinese restaurant here that has shrimp toast on its menu. I dream ...
(5 ratings)
Ooey Gooey Mac and Cheese on a plate.

Ooey Gooey Mac And Cheese

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By Samantha Jacobs
This baked mac and cheese is so creamy and delicious. It's great for a Crock ...
(112 ratings)
A plate of Chicken Taquitos.

Chicken Taquitos

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By Christine Cuneo
Serve with my red enchilada sauce, taco sauce, guacamole, and sour cream, or whatever else ...
(2 ratings)
A platter of Jalapeno Poppers.

Jalapeno Poppers

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By Jana Crump-Aquino
These are fantastic! I took the basic idea from another recipe and adapted it to ...
(2 ratings)
A bowl of Cowboy Queso with tortilla chips.

Cowboy Queso

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By Barbara Lentz
This queso is yummy! If you like it spicier, add chopped jalapeno peppers to the ...
(1 rating)
A platter of Buffalo Chicken Meatballs.

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

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By Melissa Turner
I love making meatballs as an appetizer for parties. I made several different types, and ...
(2 ratings)
Jojo's Mexican Layer Dip ready to serve.

Jojo’s Mexican Layer Dip

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By JoAnn Vladimiroff
I made this the way I thought it would be the best. It turned out ...
(2 ratings)
So Yummy

Poultry Essentials: Spicy Brined Chicken Wings

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By Andy Anderson !
I had a chicken wing party the other day, where I made four different types ...
Cowboy Caviar in a bowl with corn chips.

Cowboy Caviar - Stephanie

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By Stephanie Dodd
This is the best Cowboy Caviar I have had. The dressing is homemade and makes ...
(2 ratings)

Queso Fundido

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By Barbara Lentz
So good. I like to add sliced avocado to the topping
A warm and delicious Spinach Artichoke Dip ready to be enjoyed!

Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

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By Francine Lizotte
Often found on bar, restaurant and bistro menus, now with this recipe, you can make ...

Simple Small Batch Guacamole

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By Carolyn Haas
I love guacamole but I hate having left-overs. No matter what trick you use to ...

Salmon Egg Rolls With Maple Reduction

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By Barbara Lentz
This is so delicious
A bowl of Sriracha Queso Dip with scallions sprinkled on top.

Sriracha Queso Dip

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By Christine Hadden
What party is complete without an amazing cheese dip? This dip is both easy ...
(1 rating)
A platter of Wrapped Asparagus.

Wrapped Asparagus

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By Jeannie Marlinghaus
This is an easy appetizer that looks and tastes fabulous. I have made it without ...
(4 ratings)

Easy Cucumber Tea Sandwiches

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By Carolyn Haas
My friend's mom made these any time there was a reception, tea or other festivity. ...

Spicy Asian Pork Meatballs

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By Barbara Lentz
You can adjust the sriracha sauce to the level of heat you want.
Baked Stuffed Brussels Sprouts With Bacon and Cheese on a plate.

Baked Stuffed Brussels Sprouts W/bacon & Cheeses

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By Wendy Ann Stauffer
OMG - everyone loves these. I added bacon to get the kids to eat them. ...
(3 ratings)
A platter of chicken wings coated in Buffalo Wings Sauce.

Buffalo Wings Sauce

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By Gary Hancq
For years I thought they called them Buffalo Wings because they were bold and mean. ...
(7 ratings)
These are a few delicious Crab Stuffed Mushrooms perfect when entertaining!

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

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By Francine Lizotte
Easy to make, this elegant appetizer is incredibly delicious, perfect for entertaining!
A platter of Potato Nachos.

Potato Nachos

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By Eddie Szczerba
A favorite for a Super Bowl party!!
(2 ratings)
A platter of Firecracker Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls.

Firecracker Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls

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By Anna Whitehead
I came up with this recipe on Thanksgiving morning for breakfast. All of them were ...
(2 ratings)
Traditional Cranberry Relish with orange zest on top.

Traditional Cranberry Relish

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By Megan Todd
For the holidays, we serve up several different cranberry sides. This is more of a ...
(2 ratings)
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