Appetizers

Turn those tasty green pepitas into a spiced dip to serve with veggies, seafood, and more. ...

This Scotch egg recipe gives the classic pub or picnic snack a modern upgrade by coating it in panko breadcrumbs and cooking it in the air fryer. ...

California avocados are available April through September. This guacamole, a little different then most, is a good late summer or early fall treat. ...

Stuff roasted mushrooms with a combination of toasted nuts and avocado for a fast and filling party appetizer. ...

Refried bean dirt, shredded lettuce grass, and tortilla tombstones and trees take chip dip to Halloween territory. ...

Make the ultimate citrus marmalade by combining oranges, lemon, and lime. Be sure to make a big batch—this marmalade will disappear fast! ...

This slow cooker pumpkin butter recipe works well with breakfast dishes and desserts. ...

Pile this Tomato-Mango Chutney recipe on top of any grilled protein or scoop up the tomato chutney with tortilla chips. Either way, this sweet-spicy chutney recipe is a winner. ...

Make your own cheddar cheese crackers with this recipe inspired by the purchased red box crackers you know and love. ...

Pickle wraps easily come together with dill pickles, cream cheese, and deli ham. Use the basic pickle wraps recipe or go with our Test Kitchen's ranch variation. ...

This deviled egg dip recipe has all the flavors you love from the classic Easter dish but with so much less work. ...

Two Tomato Bruschetta is a flavor-packed appetizer with a duo of fresh and dried tomatoes. ...

Keep a batch of this delightfully-seasoned snack mix on hand for after-school snacks, game days, and road trips. ...

Elevate a bag of kettle-cooked potato chips with Parmesan, sage, chives, and lemon zest. ...

With these delicious make-ahead appetizers to freeze, you'll always be ready for a get-together. Recipes include meatballs, snack mix, and guacamole. ...

Forget jalapeno poppers! These pickle poppers are going to be your new favorite party appetizer! Don't worry, we've still got jalapenos in these stuffed pickles mixed into cream cheese (and cheddar) before getting wrapped in deli meat. It's a perfect little starter recipe. ...

Bet you've never eaten nachos quite like this before! Rather than tortilla chips, layer up these Italian nachos with fried lasagna noodles. ...

This easy homemade food gift idea has been a hit with friends and family since I introduced it to them 5 years ago (via host gifts, holiday gifts, and as part of potluck recipes). Learn how to make my go-to homemade food gift. ...

Check out our favorite recipes for cracker appetizers. Cheese and crackers may be a traditional snack, but this spread includes jellies, sliced produce, herbs and creamy toppings. ...

Prepare to get the party started in a way that omnivores and animal product-free eaters alike can enjoy with these sweet and savory vegan dips. ...