Appetizers

My very favorite vegetable has got to be the cold crisp cucumber! In the Midwest, cucumbers are always in season and make the perfect addition to any salad, sandwich or side dish. And here is a...

This unique combination of ingredients is very delicious. It is actually used more as an appetizer than as a meal. This version of vegetable pizza features fresh, raw vegetables and requires very...

Are you looking for a dish to make that will be a favorite of nearly every one who tries it. This dish could loosely be called potato salad. The first time I made this I was just craving...

If you are hosting a football party this year, hot and spicy Buffalo Chicken Wings are an absolute requirement for Super Bowl Sunday! They are spicy, sweet, crisp, delicious, tasty bits of...

Canned pumpkin has a few common uses. Often people buy it to make a pumpkin pie and then are stuck with a half of a can and don't know what to do with it. Here are a few ideas of what to do with...

This layered dip can be spread on crackers or cocktail rye breads. It's a great party treat and it goes well with champagne for any celebration. For a long time it was my tradition to make Caviar...

Make a super bowl party inspired by the mother of all game day foods -- the local deli. Instead of submarine sandwiches or mini hoagies, transform those monster sandwiches into bite-sized...

Pizza dip is a great mixture of cheeses, pepperonis, sausage and vegetables. It is meant to be served on crackers, bread-sticks,French bread and/or bagels. This recipe is simple to throw together...

These make awesome appetizers for dinner parties or family get togethers. Great for impressing parents-in-law!

I created this dish to offer a signature dish for my family and friends' gatherings, and had to share the fun. This recipe will send any soul-food loving individual into heaven combining a sweet...

Entertaining guests need not break the bank nor should it make you stressed about what to serve. Here is an appetizer for cream cheese blintzes that is sure to please everyone, including picky...

Mushrooms are popular in a variety of dishes. They can add variety to that football or office party. You can put them in a sushi roll. You can add them to your favorite pizza. You can make...

Hosting a party can be overwhelming when it comes to the food. You want to stand out and be the best host and serve your own delicious, home-made appetizers with little work and cooking skills?...

You host a party and don´t know what to make? Tired of the every-party-the-same classics nachos and salsa? Surprise your friends with little easy-to-make appetizers called finger foods!

Chocolate dipped strawberries are a wonderful, not to mention BEAUTIFUL, addition to many gatherings. They also make lovely additions to a wedding cake, or just as decoration around a wedding...

This snack is so easy to make. It is also great for all ages. This is a wonderful addition to parties or just to have around the house. It is also the perfect Christmas holiday snack. Easy to...

A wee-bit crunchy and not spicy at all, these parmesan chicken wings are perfect for family reunions and tailgating. Even the pickiest of children will love them. You'll find yourself making them...

After the new year has already been rung in my family always has leftover sauerkraut and mashed potatoes. I came up with this recipe as a way to get rid of them. Even those who are not a fan of...

If you need a quick hors d'oeuvre idea, this one is great. I like to keep a plastic container of these in the refrigerator all the time for people to snack on. These are easy to make, but most...

It's time to gear up for the 'Mother of All Football Parties'- SUPERBOWL! We'll soon be gathering with fellow fans on game day and that means we need to start preparing our shopping lists for the...

Zucchini plants are part of the squash family. They are annual plants that produce large orange blossoms. Although the plants are famous for their long green summer squash, zucchini flowers are...

This is a recipe for delectable Crab Stuffed Avocados which is a perfect dish for luncheons or served as an appetizer before dinner. Please note: Avocados are of nutritional value because they...

When you think of traditional appetizers that are served at holiday parties, chances are the images that come to mind are trays of cheese cubes and rolled cold cuts, various oddly shaped canapes,...

Well, the first thing that you should know about Texas Caviar is that it’s not caviar. Instead, its simply an extremely tasty black-eyed peas salad that can either be eaten by itself or with a...

Beet caviar is a combination of chopped cooked beets and a wet ingredient, such as oil or vinegar, to make it into creamy mixture. It is not technically caviar, a culinary term that refers to fish...

What Americans know as bruschetta (pronounced broo-SKETT-uh or broo-SHETT-uh) is usually a mixture of tomato, garlic and basil on bread. It is a tasty appetizer or snack, easy to make, with many...

I love Chinese food, but am not very fond of going to a restaurant just for an order of fried rice. With much experimenting, I learned how to make simple, restaurant quality fried rice with items...

Fried pickles are delicacy in South American. It is a dish that can be easily prepared and fast. Pickles of varied taste and flavor can be made by combining different ingredients. Fried Vlasic...

* Looking for a quick and easy way to make crab balls? This article will show you how to do just that. I really hope you enjoy these recipes! They are a result of much trial and error on the part...

* Looking for a quick and easy way to make cheese, bacon, and onion quiche? This article will show you how to do just that. I really hope you enjoy these recipes! They are a result of much trial...

* Looking for a quick and easy way to make stuffed olives? This article will show you how to do just that. I really hope you enjoy these recipes! They are a result of much trial and error on the...

* Looking for a quick and easy way to make mini pizzas? This article will show you how to do just that. I really hope you enjoy these recipes! They are a result of much trial and error on the...

* Looking for a quick and easy way to make spiced cocktail nuts? This article will show you how to do just that. I really hope you enjoy these recipes! They are a result of much trial and error...

Make quick easy appetizers chicken bacon wraps for a delicious, easy appetizer. These simple, individual portioned appetizers are perfect for parties, holiday celebrations, or just a special night...

Barbecue smokies, also referred to as barbecue cocktail sausages or little smokies, are ideal appetizers for holiday parties, sleepovers or family dinners. Barbecue smokies can also be prepared as...

Mashed potato casserole is an exciting side dish to any meal. It pairs especially well with steak, baked chicken and fish. This potato casserole is an alternative to plain mashed potatoes or a...

Who doesn't love chicken wings? Sadly now days chicken wings seem to be off limits for most people due to the fat in the skin. These are slowly baked to allow the fat to render off. This is the...

Everyone LOVES meatballs! This is the easiest, simple recipe ever! This recipe can be modified to accommodate as many people as necessary. You can double or triple this recipe without any extra...

This dip is very easy to make and will be the most talked about dish at your New Year's Eve Party. It is usually the first dish to be emptied at the party also! It is best to serve right out of...

this is the recipe for 1 sandwich and if you dont have a paninipress simple fry it in a skillet. this is a delicious alternative to the classic grilled cheese and i personally invented this...

With New Year’s Eve quickly approaching I thought I would share my recipe with everyone for how to make some very delicious cocktail meatballs. The sauce is a combination of cranberry sauce and...

Move over Cheez-its. These cheese wafers wll melt in your mouth and pack a cheesy punch. Passed down through the generations of my husband's family, this recipe has always been a huge hit at any...

Determining how much food to serve at a party might seem daunting. You don't want to run out, but you also don't want to be eating party leftovers for a month. And knowing exactly how to calculate...

Summer sausages and salami are staples for anyone who likes to make massive, Dagwood-type sandwiches, or who enjoys supplementing a snack of cheese and crackers with a tasty protein. While both...

Creame fraiche gives this salad a mild tanginess that marries beautifully with butter lettuce's delicate flavor.

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Cooking for a large crowd can be intimidating on several counts unless you are a caterer or have worked in a restaurant. Knowing how to make a yummy dish taste great for more than 8 or 12 people...

Avocado Texas Caviar is the best recipe anyone can make. The recipe includes many rich different flavors and the Black-Eyed Peas put the Caviar in Avocado Texas Caviar! Plus, this recipe takes...