Try mac 'n' cheese in crispy, deep-fried nuggets, served as an appetizer with ranch dressing. The star of this recipe is the cheese-flavored Doritos tortilla chips. They serve not only as...
Appetizer recipes
These breadsticks are made with store-bought pizza dough, and Italian seasoning and sesame seeds impart a wonderful aroma and flavor. By tying each dough string in the middle, you form a knuckle...
This appetizer recipe was inspired by Wisconsin beer-braised sausages. You don't have to cook them for long, though. Just slice grilled bratwurst sausages into coins and serve with...
Beets, carrots, and delicata squash, sprinkled with fresh green onions, are poured into a fragrant gelatin broth, and everything is set in the refrigerator, turning into a bright and impressive appetizer for the holiday...
A tangy marinade of chili peppers, garlic, and ginger imbues these Indian-style chicken wings with a whole host of flavors. Before frying, they're dredged in chickpea flour, which gives the wings a...
Unlike traditional Korean fried chicken, these wings are fried only once. And their crispy crust is achieved thanks to a cornstarch-infused batter. The finished wings...
It's hard to believe, but these delicious and crispy colorful chips are made with just three ingredients! A little cooking spray and a savory topping is all it takes to transform potatoes into...
These rolls were inspired by the iconic New York bagels with salmon and cream cheese. All those same flavors are now in Asian-inspired roll form! They feature smoked salmon, creamy cream cheese, and...
Fried rice balls, which Italians call arancini, are deliciously tender, cheesy rice with a crispy crust on the outside. They're typically made with starchy Arborio rice, which is excellent...
A cheese platter is a perfect treat for any occasion. Arranged on a board, cheeses, fruits, deli meats, and other appetizers are not only delicious but also beautiful. However, there's a way to make a cheese platter...
The Best Dinner Party Recipes
Cooking dinner and inviting friends over can be done without any hassle. The key is to create a menu that won't require you to spend all day in the kitchen.
If you want to surprise your guests with an unusual appetizer, try a smörgastorte! A huge Scandinavian sandwich made from a whole loaf of bread, shaped like a cake. This version of smörgastorte features three types...
This delicious appetizer will delight you with its rich, smoky flavor, thanks to the adobo sauce, smoked paprika, and quick charcoal grilling of the whites.
Delicious jerky can be easily made at home, even if you don't have a dehydrator. Your oven will do the trick! Simply thread thin slices of jerky onto toothpicks, hang them...
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the luxurious flavor combination of Caprese: ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and tender mozzarella. It's also the perfect time for grilling. This recipe combines these two...
This bright green bread is literally filled with juicy, healthy spinach, and inside you'll find a surprise: a whole egg. When sliced, it creates a striking, contrasting effect. Slices of this bread can be served as...
The popular spinach and artichoke dip takes things to the next level in this elegant, restaurant-quality dish: an artichoke is stuffed with a spinach and breadcrumb filling, baked in the oven, and...
This hot spinach cheese dip is the perfect appetizer for a house party or watching a game together. Its superb flavor comes from three types of cheese—cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan—...
A healthy snack on the go can be found in thin pita wraps filled with juicy fresh spinach, slices of beef steak, and slices of grilled plum for a contrasting flavor.
Make a snack with the flavor of Indian tandoori chicken. You can use a mix of nuts or just almonds. Mix them with egg whites and Indian garam masala spices, and bake in the oven for...
This generous snack board will feed the entire team and even the fans. You can prepare fruits and vegetables, as well as a cheese ball, in advance the day of the game, and then set it out just before the big game...
Cream cheese dip with artichokes and spinach is one of the most popular appetizers at American parties. This dip, served in a football-shaped bread bowl, was invented...
These unique appetizers, shaped like funny brooms, make a fun Halloween treat. The brooms are easy to make using cheese and salted straws. Arrange them vertically on a plate greased with...
The sandwich is made with pork belly, which is simmered for several hours in beer, spices, and ground coffee, then served on ciabatta, spread with homemade apple jam, and topped with melting...
Corn tortilla chips are coated in a melted mixture of chocolate, peanut butter, and butter, and once the glaze has set, they are rolled in powdered sugar. This is a popular homemade treat in the US...
"You can make these sweet-tart crostini with almost any cheese and a matching jam, preserve, or chutney," says Sunny Anderson. Try the exquisite combination of fresh goat's...
If you're putting together a cheese platter or simply want to serve nuts with beer, consider turning them into a truly unique snack. Toast the nut mixture in a pan and toss in...
This hummus is made with steamed carrots, cumin, and orange mixed with traditional chickpeas and tahini, resulting in a smooth, slightly sweet, and light hummus. Greek yogurt adds a touch of...
You won't be able to stop eating this sweet snack. It's a mixture of cereal coated in chocolate and peanut butter, topped with dried banana and toffee pieces. Make it in advance and...
Giada De Laurentiis's Best Recipes
We've compiled Giada De Laurentiis's best recipes so you can easily browse and find your favorites.
Potato chips are mixed with peanuts, almonds, pecans, and cashews in this chipotle-lime-flavored snack. Serve as an appetizer with drinks at a house party or as a...
How to make mini pumpkins from chicken breast fillets? The trick to this unique Halloween appetizer lies in a few strategic (but simple) cuts with a knife. Chicken breast fillets...
The Best Chorizo Sausage Recipes
This spicy pork sausage - whether it's smoked and cured Spanish or Mexican - easily becomes the main ingredient of any dish! You,
31 Hearty and Delicious Butternut Squash Recipes
With the cold weather approaching, you can still enjoy the seasonal harvest. Nutritious butternut squash is the perfect ingredient for soups,
Chicken wings in a sticky Asian glaze are the perfect pairing with beer. The best part about this recipe is that the wings are baked in the oven rather than fried, resulting in a less greasy finish. Marinate them in...
Chunks of smoked sausage, sweet-spicy caramelized onions, tart sauerkraut, and melty Swiss cheese complement each other perfectly in this succulent appetizer served on baked potato skins.
With this recipe, you can make spicy nuts with varying degrees of spiciness. If you like them moderately spicy, just add a little cayenne pepper. If you want them spicier, add chipotle pepper. And...
7 New Ways to Make Caprese Salad
We love tomatoes and mozzarella, but we couldn't resist some completely new ideas for the good old Caprese. Consider this "Caprese 2.0." They say
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How to make tzatziki sauce
Tzatziki is a classic Greek dip made from yogurt, cucumber and fresh herbs.
How to cook spare ribs
Tyler's easy-to-follow step-by-step recipe makes BBQ ribs incredibly easy.
Bell pepper sausage is a classic of Italian-American cuisine, a perfect combination in any form, whether as a main course or a filling for lasagna. Now try it as an appetizer for...
After making a delicious pumpkin side dish, don't throw away the seeds. They can easily be dried and turned into a snack you can't buy at the store. One medium-sized butternut squash yields 1/4 cup...
Mustard and crushed pretzels make a crispy, salty coating for pork tenderloin chops. And the tenderloin itself, thanks to its small diameter, is perfect for miniature sandwiches...
Wraps are great because they're easy to eat on the go, take to work or school, and you can be sure your snack will be filling and healthy. This wrap is made with sweet potato and...
Pakora is a vegetarian Indian snack made of battered, deep-fried vegetables. Recipe author Nidhi Jalan calls these vegetables the "tempura" of Indian cuisine. The chickpea flour batter, filled with...
Hummus is the perfect appetizer for house parties and get-togethers. Light and delicious, it's a crowd-pleaser and goes from pantry to table in minutes. This recipe combines the flavors of classic...
These crispy sweet potato pancakes with corn and green onions are the perfect savory fall appetizer. They're fried in butter, making them crispy on the outside and soft and juicy on the inside.
Thin sweet potato slices are baked in the oven until crispy, like nacho chips. Top each slice with some fried chorizo and sprinkle with grated cheese for a delicious...
To make this elegant appetizer, spread a little sweet potato hummus on each cracker and top with crumbled goat cheese and pumpkin seeds. The combination of sweet hummus and...
















































