Why settle for the ordinary when you can embark on a culinary escapade filled with mouthwatering bites that steal the spotlight from the main course? Picture irresistible cheesy dips defying gravity and bite-sized wonders that leave you reaching for seconds and thirds. In this collection of appetizers, we're breaking free from the conventional, inviting you to redefine the way you savor a meal. Say goodbye to the usual and join us as we dive into a world where appetizers reign supreme, transforming your dining experience into a flavorful adventure!
Cheesy Asparagus Tarts
Definitely impressive, these Cheesy Asparagus Tarts are made with common ingredients and are super simple to prepare! Cheesy, flaky, and ready in less than 30 minutes!
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Antipasto Platter
The quintessential Italian version of a cheese board, this Antipasto Platter is the ultimate ‘no cook’ appetizer or even a meal. It’s all about assembling together a number of tasty ingredients and then it’s all snacking.
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Florida Smoked Fish Dip
This Florida Smoked Fish Dip recipe is a creamy smoked fish appetizer that is popular in the Florida Keys. It's made with smoked fish, mayonnaise, cream cheese, Old Bay, and lemon juice, making this fish dip a true Key West appetizer.
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Vegan Sausage Rolls
These incredibly tasty vegan sausage rolls will be your new go-to savory snack. Flaky homemade vegan puff pastry and a flavorful meaty soy and chickpea filling full of herbs and seasonings. They're also nut-free!
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Arnavut Cigeri
Arnavut Cigeri (or Albanian Liver) is a Turkish Liver dish consisting of pan-fried lamb or veal liver cubes seasoned with chili flakes and served with sumac, onion, and parsley salad.
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Moroccan Harira Soup
Moroccan Harira Soup is a hearty and delicious combination of lamb or veal, lentils, and chickpeas. It is typically served during the Holy month of Ramadan to break the fast (Iftar) after a long day of fasting.
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Air Fryer Crab Cakes
Loaded with fresh crab flavor and ready in just 25 minutes, this Best Air Fryer Crab Cakes Recipe is perfect for a hectic weeknight meal.
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Asian Beef Short Ribs
This grilled Asian beef short ribs recipe (Thai-style) using flaken-cut ribs is a mouth-watering dish that will tantalize your taste buds all summer! These beef ribs are marinated in a delicious blend of Thai sauces, garlic, cilantro stems, and coconut milk, infusing the meat with a rich, savory flavor.
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Chilis Southwestern Egg Rolls Copycat
Chilis Southwestern Egg Rolls Copycat: An easy recipe that is super popular at a favorite restaurant, along with the delicious dipping sauce that's a must!
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Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps are so flavorful and easy to make too! Pieces of chicken are tossed in an Asian-inspired sauce and served on romaine lettuce leaves. On your table in about 30 minutes, this tasty recipe is perfect as a starter or dinner option. These are even better than the restaurant version!
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Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
These mushrooms are stuffed with a savory flaked crab filling then baked in the air fryer or oven for pop-in-your-mouth goodness at your next party.
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Focaccia Pepperoni Pizza Bread with Crispy Cheese Crust
Focaccia pizza bread is the easiest pizza you’ll ever make. With no kneading, an incredibly airy base and flexible toppings, this is a fab option for game day, entertaining or for kid’s lunchboxes.
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Patatas Bravas
This easy Patatas Bravas recipe is a classic Spanish tapas food. Crispy, delicious, and perfect for breakfast or even as a potato side dish.
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Traditional French Onion Soup
Topped with crispy and cheesy baguette slices, this soup makes a perfect starter for a dinner party or warming comfort food for cold winter nights.
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Olive Hummus
This Olive Hummus Recipe makes all hummus and olive lovers smile. It’s the perfect blending of the fantastic flavors of olives and creamy hummus, with just the right “kick” of spice.
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Baked Salmon Sushi Cups
These cute little baked salmon sushi cups are the absolute easiest way to get the flavour of your favourite sushi roll, at home. Easy to make, and even easier to eat, they’re great hot or cold and can be prepped ahead.
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Lamb Lollipops
These lamb lollipops are incredibly tender, hearty and savory! This quick and easy recipe tastes fancy and gourmet. Great as an appetizer, dinner or party platter food. They are so flavorful!
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Vietnamese Shrimp Toast
Vietnamese shrimp toast is a popular appetizer that consists of lightly baked slices of French baguette bread topped with a savory blend of minced shrimp, garlic, and spices. This delicious snack is sure to please guests at any gathering and make them come back for more!
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Air Fryer Potato Skins
These air fryer potato skins are faster than the oven-baked version and less greasy than the deep-fried version! Just as crispy on the outside and stuffed with loads of cheese and bacon on the inside!
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Pork Belly Sliders
How do you make mouthwatering Pork Belly Sliders? Slather fluffy brioche slider buns with spicy sesame-sriracha mayonnaise, then top with juicy slabs of crispy pork belly and pile high with crunchy, quick pickled vegetables.
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Fajita Tacos
Fajita Tacos is a delicious Mexican vegetarian taco recipe loved by all. Tacos with seared black beans and vegetables are a fast and tasty choice for family weeknight dinners.
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Honey Sriracha Meatballs
These sweet and spicy honey sriracha meatballs are flavorful, succulent bites that can be made on the stovetop or crock pot. Perfect as a party appetizer, game day snack, or added to a main dish, these glazed meatballs are packed with flavor, background heat, and undertones of ginger and garlic.
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Buffalo Chicken Flatbreads
Buffalo chicken flatbreads are a quick and easy appetizer or main dish that you can serve for dinner or to feed a crowd. This delicious recipe uses flatbread instead of pizza dough, making it a lighter option compared to regular buffalo chicken pizza.
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Buffalo Shrimp
This buffalo shrimp is an easy and delicious recipe! Perfect for parties, game days, or a quick and easy weeknight meal. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
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Pizza Dip
This easy, hot and cheesy Pizza Dip recipe is layered with cream cheese, three different types of cheese, Italian sausage, mini pepperoni, pizza sauce, and sprinkled with Italian seasoning. It is sure to be a huge hit at your next party!
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Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups with Creamy Lemon Dill Spread
Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups (Pinwheels) with creamy Lemon Dill Spread are the perfect party appetizer that can be made ahead of time. They’re fun and delish for lunch, too. The creamy lemon dill spread is amazing!
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Grilled Shrimp Kabobs
These Grilled Shrimp Kabobs are succulent, tender, and quickly grilled to perfection. This healthy dish comes together within 10 minutes.
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Mini Green Chile Chicken Quesadillas
Mini Green Chile Chicken Quesadillas are the perfect party food! These guys are super easy to assemble and then baked all together on a sheet pan. The perfect way to make quesadillas for a crowd! Pile them up with your favorite toppings and you're set to watch the game—or The Bachelor—your call.
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Loaded Oven Baked Nachos
Make quick, crispy, and delicious nachos right at home with these Oven Baked Nachos – made on a sheet pan for the best nachos ever! Nachos make a great easy appetizer for game day or a party, but also an easy recipe for family dinner that is sure to please the whole family.
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Pigs in a Blanket with Cheese
These Pigs in a Blanket with Cheese make for the perfect appetizer or main dish, and are ready in 30 minutes. These mini piggies are topped with a garlic parmesan seasoning and wrapped in puff pasty for the perfect bite everyone will love.
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Greek Seafood Nachos
This loaded Greek Seafood Nachos recipe takes finger food to a whole new level! Pita chips are topped with seasoned shrimp, lump crab, roasted pepper, tomatoes, kalamata olives, spinach cheese sauce and crumbled feta cheese.
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Cuban Sliders
These Cuban sliders are rolls piled high with meat, cheese and pickles, then brushed with garlic butter and baked to golden brown perfection. The perfect slider sandwich for parties, game day or as an easy dinner option.
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Vegetarian Mushroom Dumplings
Mushroom dumplings are a great party appetizer or main dish! This vegetarian potstickers recipe can be pan-fried, steamed, boiled or baked!
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Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad
Juicy heirloom tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, aromatic fresh basil, and extra virgin olive oil create a beautiful summer caprese salad that’s bursting with flavor.
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Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls
Traditional Vietnamese fresh spring rolls (goi cuon) consist of pork, shrimp, lettuce and herbs wrapped in soft chewy rice paper. They are beautiful to look at and great as a refreshing appetizer or even a light meal. Your guests will be impressed!
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Lump Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce
These lump crab cakes with Louisiana-style remoulade sauce are packed with succulent crab meat and made with little filler.
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Burrata Bruschetta
This easy-to-make Burrata Bruschetta recipe is the ultimate summer appetizer! It features creamy burrata cheese and a delicious fresh tomato basil topping on garlic-rubbed slices of crispy, toasted bread. Absolutely delicious!
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Vegetarian Cheesy Mushroom Sliders
These cheesy mushroom sliders are packed with flavorful mushrooms, shallots and plenty of gooey, melty cheese! These are easy to make and a great vegetarian option for parties or game day!
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Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
Skewered chunks of chicken are slathered with sweet and tangy bang bang sauce and cooked until tender and caramelized. These Bang Bang Chicken Skewers can be served as an entrée or pile them on a platter for a fun party snack.
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Homemade Air Fryer Bagel Bites
Homemade Air Fryer Bagel Bites make the perfect appetizer for quick and easy family dinner perfect for kids. Ready in 10 minutes and easily customizable.
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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
These sausage stuffed mushrooms are mushroom caps filled with Italian sausage, herbs and three kinds of cheese, then baked to golden brown perfection. An easy and elegant party snack that can be assembled ahead of time!
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Cherry Tomato Focaccia
This cherry tomato focaccia bursts with the fresh taste of summer. It is a delicious simple recipe that works great as an appetizer or snack.
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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
Make chicken bites in your air fryer with this easy Garlic Parmesan Air Fryer Chicken Bites recipe. It takes just 30 minutes to put together.
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Marinated Chicken Wings
Marinated chicken wings aren't just party food. Here they are tossed in an easy-to-make and super flavorful homemade sauce and then oven-baked until golden brown and slightly crispy. When paired with a hearty salad or side dish, you'll have one satisfying dinner.
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Courgette Galette with Garlic Butter and Feta
This quick, easy, and rustic French courgette galette recipe is bursting with flavors from buttery pastry, herbed feta, and garlicky butter.
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Vegan Mushroom Crostini
These festive vegan mushroom crostini recipe is an easy and impressive appetizer perfect for holidays. Crunchy baguette with grilled vegan mozzarella topped with sweet caramelized onions and mushrooms with a hint of balsamic and Dijon mustard will surely be a show stopper.
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Italian Sausage Crostini Recipe with Fennel Seed
Experience the delicious simplicity of this easy and rustic sausage crostini recipe. This crowd-pleasing appetizer seamlessly blends the robust flavors of Italian sausage, the satisfying crunch of toasted sourdough bread, the aromatic notes of fennel seeds, and the creamy goodness of melted mozzarella cheese.
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Turkey Bacon Ranch Sliders
Turkey Bacon Ranch Sliders are so easy to make and ready in about 30 minutes! These savory turkey sliders are loaded with thick-sliced bacon and a blue cheese-Ranch sauce.
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