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Appetizer Recipes

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

Noodle Kugel

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By Karen Axel-knispel
this has been in my family for many many years
(2 ratings)

Guacamole - No Cilantro Version

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By Debra Steward
There are more than a few folks that do not like the flavor of cilantro, ...
(2 ratings)

Profiteroles W/fudge Sauce (sallye)

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By Sallye Bates
These were always a smashing success as the finale when my daughter served them at ...
(1 rating)

Beef-filled Ripe Plantains/canoas

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By KATHY SANTIAGO
These are delicious, you have to be sure that the plantains are really ripe.
(1 rating)
Homemade ricotta cheese is really easy !

Homemade Ricotta , Millie's

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By Millie Johnson
I made this cheese using the whey (liquid) that was leftover from making mozarella. I ...
(3 ratings)
photo from Chow.com

Kale And Spinach Dip -monster Gruel

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By Pat Duran
This a hearty kale and spinach that is blended with garlic and pine nuts ...
(2 ratings)

Squash And Bacon Appetizers

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By Pat Duran
Tried this recipe today from Chow.com... and I have to say it was so good...although ...
(2 ratings)
Other wise known as Asparagus Soup

Asparagus Veloute (velvet Soup, Hot Or Cold)

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By JoSele Swopes
What is so great about Asparagus veloutes (soup) in the spring and summer you can ...
(1 rating)

Mexican Cheese Puffs

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By Pat Campbell
This recipe was submitted by Marian C. Brown, from Simpsonville, South Carolina.I clipped this out ...
(2 ratings)
Chicken,ham and portabella bread bake with caramelized onions !

Chicken, Ham & Portabella Bread Bake

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By Millie Johnson
This is one of my family and friends favorite recipe. The caramelized onions add that ...
(2 ratings)

Salami And Cream Cheeses Wedges

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By Martha Price
I got this recipe from a little cookbook entitled "Tested Best", which featured recipes from ...
(1 rating)

Kathyjo's Fresh Salsa

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By Kathey Jo Hickey-Van Otten
My family loves this salsa alot. I made it up in the food processor and ...
(1 rating)

Ground Beef/chorizo Burritos

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By Kathey Jo Hickey-Van Otten
Supper tonight were these burritos and they turned out quite good. I just added what ...
(1 rating)

Grandma's Ham & Cheese Ball

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By Val Al
This recipe has been a family favorite for years. We have it every Christmas/New ...
(1 rating)

Honey Mustard Wings

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By Natalie Loop
So many versions of Chicken Wings out there. From sweet, spicy, sticky and saucy. This ...
(1 rating)
Yummy sweet cheese wontons.

Sweet Cheese Wontons

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By Stephanie Vandenburg
Sweet Cheese Wontons are my FAVORITE item at any Chinese buffet. Most people get them ...
(1 rating)
Ole Salsa with a spicy kick!  Not too spicy just enough to give you that little tingle in the back of your throat and keep you coming back for more.

Spicy Bean Salsa

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By Natalie Loop
Ole! A salsa with body, texture, great flavor and just the right little kick in ...
(2 ratings)
bourbon balls

Bourbon Balls Ala Sallye

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By Sallye Bates
A classic holiday offering. Best if made at least 15 days in advance to ...
(2 ratings)
Perfect for Game Day, brunches, showers, and holiday get togethers!

Blt Bites

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By Natalie Loop
These morsels are mini but big on flavor. They are great for Game-Day, showers, brunch, ...
(1 rating)
Really easy and great for get togethers and game days!

Hot Artichoke/spinach Dip

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By Bea Long
This is a great dip with tortilla chips or crackers, I prefer tortilla chips!
(1 rating)
sweet caramelized onions

Caramelized Onions

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By Millie Johnson
My husband and I love caramelized onions. They are fantastic on steak, sandwiches, and warm ...
(2 ratings)
Great as a side, or put in won ton soup or dice the pork for a savory fried rice

Pork Char Siu (bbq Pork)

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By Liz Guzman
It's cheaper and more flavorful than buying this at the store. I would make 5- ...
(1 rating)

Braunschweiger Ball - Liver

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By Sheila M
Wether you are a fan of braunschweiger or not you will love this spread. ...
(1 rating)
photo from big game playbook by Aida Mollenkamp.

Super Bowl Party Playbook Dip

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By Pat Duran
This is a great party dip- it is just the right size for brunch ...
(3 ratings)
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