Blue Ribbon Appetizer Recipes

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

Two Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs on a plate with rice.

Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs

This is a family favorite. I make this at least once a month. It is ...

Plates of Cheddar Wafers.

Cheddar Wafers

Over the years I have gleaned many a good recipe from my assistant, and this ...

A platter of Spicy Mexican Wraps.

Spicy Mexican Wraps

These are so, so yummy... I have yet to see anyone refuse them, you can't ...

Spreadable cheese on a Homemade Cheese Cracker.

Homemade Cheese Crackers

You can use a mixer or a food processor works very well. Serve these with ...

Crab and Roasted Red Pepper Spread with crackers.

Crab and Roasted Pepper Spread

I have made this several times, and I always get asked for the recipe. It ...

A platter of Salmon Croquettes.

Salmon Croquettes

My mom made the best salmon croquettes when we were growing up. She had a ...

Artichoke-Topped Portobello Mushrooms on a serving plate.

Artichoke-Topped Portobello Mushrooms

This is a big hit with my family! I serve only 1 mushroom with a ...

A bowl of So Easy Homemade Beer Cheese.

So Easy Homemade Beer Cheese

This recipe came from one of my mother's cookbooks from the '70s. Not as detailed ...

Slices of Beef & Green Chile Braided loaf.

Beef & Green Chile Braided Loaves

I made these up last night, and they came out fabulous! I figured I’d better ...

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms ready to enjoy.

Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

I was visiting a friend on a cold night and his wife pulled "stuffed mushrooms" ...

Japanese Kabobs on a bed of rice.

Japanese Kabobs

This is one of my family's favorites especially when I have the kids put their ...

Inside of the Pulled Pork and Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwich.

Pulled Pork and Apple Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Pulled bbq pork...good...apple pie...good...grilled cheese...good...put them all together - a little slice of heaven. Sweet ...

Battered French Fries with ketchup.

Battered French Fries

A change from regular fries. These are battered just like when you batter chicken or ...

A small bowl of Polish Vegetable Salad.

Polish Vegetable Salad

This authentic Polish salad is known all over Poland as a staple dish in every ...

Pressed Cuban Sandwich on a plate.

Pressed Cuban Sandwich

These were common in FL, but not so common here in NC. So true to ...

A bowl of 5 Minute Salsa with tortilla chips.

5 Minute Salsa

This is my favorite salsa. Even though it is easy and quick it is delicious. ...

A platter of Greek Yogurt Deviled Eggs.

Greek Yogurt Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs are a popular party side dish or appetizer. They're also delicious for breakfast ...

A platter of Pizza Stuffed Baby Portobello Mushrooms.

Pizza Stuffed Baby Portobello Mushrooms

If you like Alfredo, pepperoni, and mushroom pizza then this is it... without the crust. ...

A plate of Simple, Succulent BBQ Baby Back Ribs.

Simple, Succulent BBQ Baby Back Ribs

This is an easy way to consistently make very tasty fall-off-the-bone BBQ Ribs. As a ...

A platter of Basil Tomatoes.

Basil Tomatoes

If at all possible, use fresh, homegrown tomatoes - you'll be in heaven!

A platter of Grilled & Stuffed Squash.

Grilled & Stuffed Squash

We always have an abundance of crookneck squash each year in our garden. I started ...

Jenny's Meaty Deviled Eggs with paprika and bacon on top.

Jenny's Meaty Deviled Eggs

The inspiration behind this recipe is my love of bacon and my love of deviled ...

A bowl of Strawberry Salsa.

Strawberry Salsa

A great summer salsa for BBQs and family gatherings.

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