Appetizer recipe collection

Chicken liver pate with brandy, butter, and onion blended silky smooth. Six ingredients, 15 minutes active time, chilled overnight for the best flavor.

Seasoned mystery crackers made with oyster crackers tossed in buttery oil, cream of chicken soup mix, garlic powder, and parsley. Addictive no-bake party snack ready in minutes.

Nacho popcorn baked with corn chips, taco-seasoned butter, and melted shredded cheese for a crunchy, cheesy snack ready in under 20 minutes.

Creamy cucumber dill dip with mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh dill, green pepper, and white pepper. No-cook, ready in 10 minutes. Great for veggies, chips, and crackers.

Foolproof frying batter with flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and water. No eggs needed. Crispy, light, and works on any vegetable, fish, or seafood.

Obatzda, the classic Bavarian beer cheese spread with ripe Camembert, cream cheese, butter, and caraway seeds. Rustic, pungent, and ready in 10 minutes. A beer garden staple.

Olive dip with cream cheese, sour cream, chopped black olives, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika. No cooking required. Serve with scallions, celery root, or chips.

This recipe is inspired by the flavors of Southern Italian cooking. The combination of coarsely chopped olives, lots of simmered garlic, sweet raisins and zesty citrus lends a rustic appeal.

Onion and mushroom bhajis are Indian-style fritters dipped in spiced yogurt batter and deep-fried golden. Crisp, vegetarian appetizer with turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili. Makes 10 fritters.

Crispy fried onion patties made with flour, cornmeal, and hot sauce, dropped by the spoonful into hot oil. A quick, crunchy appetizer ready in 20 minutes flat.

The classic onion tea sandwich: thin sweet onion and mayonnaise on rounds of soft egg bread, with the edges rolled in minced parsley for a pretty green rim. A retro cocktail-party favorite.

Entertaining friends? Try this dip and they won't believe you made it!

Combination of cheese's with fruit & nuts. Simple, Quick & Healthy. For snack or appetizer.

Orange glazed carrots with brown sugar, butter, orange juice, and lemon zest cooked in the microwave. A sweet, citrusy side dish ready in under 10 minutes.

Steamed winter vegetables tossed in a warm orange, maple, and ginger glaze with toasted sesame seeds. Carrots, parsnips, broccoli stems, and cauliflower served hot or at room temperature.

Orange spirited carrots cooked in the microwave with vodka, butter, orange zest, and a touch of sugar. A quick glazed carrot side dish ready in 20 minutes.