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Appetizer Recipes

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

Taco Cups topped with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

Taco Cups

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By Penney Goodwin
Wow, I made this on a whim tonight! My son and husband ate them like ...
(3 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)
Crisp Cucumber Salsa in a bowl with tortilla chips.

Crisp Cucumber Salsa

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By Sue Huhn
A 1/4 cup of this cucumber salsa is only around 16 calories!
(1 rating)
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 bowl of Fresh Tomato Salsa.

Fresh Tomato Salsa

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By Stephanie Rudy
This is good with chips, rice dishes, or anything you like!
(7 ratings)
Slices of Pepperoni Rolls on a platter.

"giuseppe" Pepperoni Rolls

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By Megan Todd
I had this whole story typed out about this awesome pepperoni roll I ate as ...
(4 ratings)
A platter of Chicken Bacon Ranch Bruschetta.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Bruschetta

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By Melissa Turner
This is so so yummy. I just love bruschetta, and this is a nice variation ...
(3 ratings)
This tasty, quick, and easy Pineapple Salsa is great over grilled chicken, fish, shrimp, tacos, quesadillas, burritos, omelets, and turkey tenderloins.

Pineapple Salsa

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By Beth Pierce
This easy pineapple salsa brings finely chopped fresh pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, and ...
Fresh Pico De Gallo Mexican Dip For Your Crowd.

Fresh Pico De Gallo Mexican Dip For Your Crowd

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By Jannette Dellanos-poland
This recipe is my version of the Mexican layer dip, BUT I make it with ...
(14 ratings)
A platter of Stuffed Jalapenos with ranch dressing.

Stuffed Jalapenos

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By Karen Baumgarten
Delicious, and OH SOOO addicting!
(5 ratings)
A platter of Spicy Mexican Wraps.

Spicy Mexican Wraps

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By Juanita Morrow
These are so, so yummy... I have yet to see anyone refuse them, you can't ...
(7 ratings)
A platter of Salmon Croquettes.

Salmon Croquettes

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By Sena Wilson
My mom made the best salmon croquettes when we were growing up. She had a ...
(2 ratings)
A bowl of 5 Minute Salsa with tortilla chips.

5 Minute Salsa

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By Deedee Miller
This is my favorite salsa. Even though it is easy and quick, it is delicious. ...
(1 rating)
A platter of Pam's Variations on a Theme - Onion Rings.

Pam's Variations On A Theme - Onion Rings

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By Pam Ellingson
As my Dad used to say, "I have a Hankering for some onion rings!" I ...
(3 ratings)
A platter of Mexican Pinwheels.

Mexican Pinwheels

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By Thea Pappalardo
This is a great appetizer to bring to a party because the hostess does not ...
(23 ratings)
Fruit, Nut, and Seed Salad ready to serve.

Fruit, Nut, And Seed Salad

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By Cindy Sandberg
Good for you and endlessly adaptable! I love having a salad like this for lunch... ...
(2 ratings)
A tray of Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese.

Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese

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By V Seward
While cooking and chatting with a good friend about recipes, our love for cream cheese, ...
(29 ratings)
A tray of Fried Green Tomatoes fried until golden brown.

Fried Green Tomatoes

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By Heather Haddo
I've lived in a Southern state for over 6 years now and I've finally made ...
(2 ratings)

Basic Ham Salad

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By Teresa G.
Please note that all measurements are approximate. The amount of salad dressing depends on the ...
(5 ratings)

Helen's Baked Yellow Squash

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By Erin McGowen
This is my Great Aunt Helen's famous Baked Yellow Squash. While I have never ...

Perfect Crunchy Deep Fried Pickles

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By Anthony Nicometi Jr
It's taken me WAY too long to replicate a good crispy, crunchy fried pickle recipe! ...
(1 rating)

Mushrooms W/ Soy Sauce Glaze

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By Jewel Hall
My son serves me these with a grilled steak, he is an awesome cook. So ...
(1 rating)

Taco Pizza

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By S S
Today’s recipe was one that I made for the Super Bowl. The great thing about ...
(2 ratings)
my Hubby loves these (photo by Cin)

Cin's Bbq `lil Smokies

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By Straws Kitchen(*o *)
When my children were young they always wanted me to fix this dish for their ...
(1 rating)
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