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Appetizer Recipes

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

Deep Fried Onion Rings With Dipping Sauce

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By Susan Bartley
I know there are quite a few steps to these yummy golden brown rings, but ...
(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 French Fried Onion Rings.

French Fried Onion Rings

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By Vanessa "Nikita" Milare
Who doesn't love onion rings? I do, but didn't know they were really easy to ...
(3 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 platter of Sweet Chicken Bacon Wraps.

Sweet Chicken Bacon Wraps

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By Goldie Barnhart
I just love this finger food for watching TV games or at a gathering. This ...
(47 ratings)
A bowl of Strawberry Salsa.

Strawberry Salsa

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By Martha Ray Deen
This was part of an entry I submitted for the South Carolina Strawberry Festival recipe ...
(2 ratings)
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Cool & Tangy Marinated Cucumbers

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By Amy H.
My Grandma always used to make these and they're awesome. I could never find the ...
(20 ratings)

Seven Layer Taco Dip

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By Judy Sprague
Our family are Cincinnati Bengals fans. This is a good take along for tailgate parties.
(14 ratings)

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 ...
shrimp

Spanish Garlic Shrimp (gambas Al Ajillo)

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By Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Gambas Al Ajillo, or Garlic Shrimp, is one of the most common tapas dishes in ...
(1 rating)
My grandma used to makes these and I used to see them at farmers markets and farm shops. Now days its just not around. After20 years of craving and not finding I made my own. Rush of childhood memories. Sweet crispy but soft pickle.

Pickled Watermelon Rind

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By Mary Hendricks
Sweet yummy goodness. A forgotten treat. It has a similar flavor to a gerkins sweet ...
A delicious bowl of Salsa Verde with tortilla chips

Salsa Verde

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By Francine Lizotte
Packed with deliciousness, this is an amazing condiment to enjoy either as a dip, tasty ...
Bruschetta & Cheese in a bowl to serve.

Bruschetta & Cheese

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By Bobbi Gulla
This is best made with New Jersey tomatoes. I live in NJ's sister state, Pennsylvania. ...
(3 ratings)
A platter of Orange Glazed Chicken Wings with dipping sauce and celery.

Orange Glazed Chicken Wings

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By Angela Gray
This is a great appetizer for any occasion and is super easy to make. The ...
(5 ratings)
Battered French Fries with ketchup.

Battered French Fries

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By Maria Shinzai
A change from regular fries. These are battered just like when you batter chicken or ...
(5 ratings)
A platter of Mini Sliders Burgers and Special Sauce with chips.

Slider Burgers And Special Sauce

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By Brenda-Lee Barajas
These sliders are soooooo good, I never want to eat a regular burger. I have ...
(9 ratings)
Bowl of Chili Con Queso with tortilla chips.

Chili Con Queso

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By Sue Stone
Quick and easy cheese dip that is a family favorite. I often double the ...
(3 ratings)
Greek Yogurt Dip Tzatziki with pita chips.

Greek Cucumber Yogurt Dip "tzatziki"

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By Maria *
Cool and creamy, this tangy cucumber dip flavored with garlic is the perfect complement to ...
(4 ratings)
Crispy Egg Rolls

Egg Rolls

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By Sherry Blizzard
Almost anything can go inside an egg roll. I learned to make these almost ...
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)
Hot out of the oil, crispy, spicy Reuben Egg Rolls and Thousand Island salad dressing for dipping.

Reuben Egg Rolls

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By Sherry Blizzard
What's not to love about this little bite of happiness? Crispy, light, full of ...
(1 rating)
A plate of Jalapeno Bacon Wonton Poppers.

Jalapeño Bacon Wonton Poppers

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By Brandi Kirkpatrick
Made these for a staff meeting, and they were an instant favorite. Quite spicy, I ...
(3 ratings)

Best Darn Chicken Tenders

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By Cassie *
Love these chicken tenders. I've made many tender recipes, but this is my favorite... flavorful, ...
(27 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)
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