Appetizers

Shrimp jalapeño poppers stuffed with bacon are perfect for game day and summer parties! An easy appetizer recipe with baking, grilling, and air-fryer instructions included. When planning a game day menu, you can’t go wrong with jalapeño poppers of all kinds. They are spicy, savory, and delicious.  These shrimp jalapeño poppers are stuffed with cheese …

Easy buffalo chicken quesadillas are the perfect party food for the whole family! Serve these cheesy quesadillas with blue cheese and ranch dressing at your game day celebrations. I want tender chicken, gooey cheese, and a crispy tortilla when I’m eating a buffalo quesadilla. This simple recipe contains simple ingredients – just how I like …

This Christmas Wreath Cheese Ball recipe is the perfect holiday appetizer, a blend of creamy cheeses, bacon, and jalapeños. Delight guests with this visually stunning Christmas Wreath Cheese Ball, a festive blend of creamy cheeses, savory bacon, and zesty jalapeños. This is an easy-to-make, make-ahead holiday centerpiece perfect for adding flavor and flair to your …

This easy Frito Corn Salad recipe combines vibrant veggies, zesty spices, and the crunch of Fritos for a delicious salad, perfect for potlucks and parties. This Fritos Corn Salad is a crowd-pleaser on game day, at picnics, BBQs, potlucks, or as an easy salad for any meal. The first time I made this, I fell …

This homemade cheese garlic pull apart bread recipe is drenched in garlic herb butter and gooey mozzarella. Perfect for holidays and game day! Whether you are looking for food to serve for football season or craving garlic crack bread (yes, pull apart bread is sometimes called that,) you are in the right place for a …

This slow cooker bean dip is the perfect game day party dip. Simple ingredients – cheese, green onions, and cream cheese are the base for this easy cheesy bean dip. Is it wrong that I am pretty happy eating appetizers? If I could, I’d probably eat taco dip and jalapeno poppers and whipped feta dip and a whole slew of other small …

Whipped Feta Dip, inspired by Greek cuisine – indulge in the rich and tangy flavors of the Mediterranean with this easy, creamy recipe.  My favorite kinds of dips are easy to make. This delightful dip is easy to prepare and a crowd-pleaser, making it an ideal addition to any gathering or meal.  If you’re having …

This antipasto skewers recipe is the perfect lazy day Italian appetizer for a large crowd. They can easily be made from store-bought pickled items or your pantry stash!  One of my favorite appetizers is these delicious antipasto skewers. They are a great way to start the party and perfect for folks who like to graze …

This mini bacon ranch cheese ball recipe is so easy to make and delicious! You only need 5 ingredients and 10 minutes to put this appetizer together.  Sundays have been my favorite day of the week for a very long time. There is something about sitting down to watch football all day that really makes me happy. Maybe …

This fancy baked goat cheese cranberry appetizer recipe is easier to make than it looks! It is the best cranberry appetizer recipe for the holiday season! Indulge in the perfect holiday appetizer with this easy baked goat cheese cranberry appetizer recipe. It’s a dream come true! The first time I tasted hot, baked, and creamy goat cheese …

This easy veggie dip recipe is a family party favorite. It’s a simple and quick-to-make vegetable dip, packed with flavor. Serve it with assorted vegetables. This super simple veggie dip recipe is a hit at our family parties. It’s a quick and hassle-free way to whip up a delicious dip packed with fantastic flavors.  Just …

These RITZ taco bites are the perfect easy appetizer for all of your holiday parties! All of your favorite taco flavors on your favorite crackers! This post has been sponsored by RITZ Crackers. All opinions are my own. When you’re planning for holiday parties food is probably at the top of your to-do list, next to …

This layered taco dip recipe with ground beef will elevate your appetizer game. It’s perfect for serving large crowds and will be a hit on game days or on your next party menu. Packed with simple ingredients like beans, shredded cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and more, this easy appetizer is a true crowd pleaser.  …

A quick bacon brie apple crostini recipe – creamy brie, crumbled bacon, and sweet apples topped with maple syrup on crispy crostini. Apples and cheese are delicious when paired together. I often snack on red apple slices and sharp cheddar cheese – don’t knock it till you try it! If you’re like me and love …

These blue cheese honey crostini are great as a last-minute appetizer. This recipe is easy to make and only 4 ingredients! I love an easy recipe and this blue cheese crostini recipe really fits the bill. Many, many easy recipes have been shared on this website over the years. I have favorites of course. Do …

Taco pinwheels are made with refried beans, taco seasoning, cream cheese, and sour cream. A delicious, make-ahead cold vegetarian appetizer! Bite-size appetizers are great for parties of all kinds. Tailgating, holidays, birthdays, and more! These vegetarian taco pinwheels are not only yummy; they are also super easy to make. I thought about adding meat but …

My no cook corn black bean salsa recipe takes 10 minutes to make and is perfect for parties, tailgating and holidays. Make this your new favorite quick appetizer! Tailgating season is almost here. I am actually watching baseball this summer and now I have to get myself in a football mood.  I’m not complaining though …

Dip these pizza dough cheese breadsticks into your favorite pizza sauce for a fun appetizer or game day snack!  I have a confession to make. I don’t enjoy deep dish pizza. Stop the presses. I am sure I’m breaking some unwritten rule as a life-long Chicagoan. Chicago-style thin crust, cut into squares is more my …

Deviled egg dip is perfect for using up extra hard boiled eggs. It’s a chunky dip and a great addition to your Easter and holiday party menu. This dip is the perfect way to use up those leftover Easter eggs. Forget about egg salad – deviled egg dip is where it’s at. Also, this easy recipe …

This blue cheese dip recipe is perfect for your next party or game day gathering. Serve it with wings, potato chips, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables! I have been a fan of blue cheese forever. There is something about the tanginess that I love. Sometimes, I even say it is the best cheese. If you feel …

This egg salad cucumber canapé recipe is the perfect appetizer for Easter and Mother’s Day brunches. It is gluten-free and can be made in just 10 minutes. With Easter and Mother’s Day coming up, brunch recipes are at the top of my mind. Egg bakes and quiches are great main dishes but I am grazer; …

Texas caviar is an easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. This no-cook dip can be made in 10 minutes and is full of vegetables! If you’ve never had Texas caviar before (sometimes known as cowboy caviar), then you’re in for treat! This is a super easy recipe. My favorite kind. It’s perfect as an appetizer for …

This easy 7-layer bean dip recipe is perfect vegetarian appetizer for football season. Serve it with tortilla chips! I am always on the lookout for vegetarian appetizers for my non-meat eating friends. My 7-layer bean dip recipe omits ground meat like beef or turkey and instead uses just refried beans for protein. It is always …

These baked jalapeño poppers are stuffed with chorizo and chihuahua cheese. Spicy, cheesy and delicious! Perfect for any occasion or party. Jalapeno poppers have been one of my favorite snack foods and appetizers for a long time. Spicy food is always delicious in my book. Deep fried foods, however, aren’t at the top of my …

This corn dip recipe is perfect for all parties. Just throw all of the ingredients together! Its a great last minute appetizer and can be served hot or cold.  I’m sharing an insanely delicious, easy to make dip recipe today. It’s a corn dip that can be served hot or cold – sounds perfect right? …

This beer cheese dip is perfect for football parties! Serve it in your slow cooker or fondue pot to keep it bubbling hot. Pretzels, some bread chunks, apple slices, chips and carrots are the perfect dippers for this appetizer. I got a craving the other day for beer cheese dip. I don’t know where it …

This tomato queso dip recipe is perfect for game day parties and tailgating. It only takes 15 minutes to make and is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Add this to your party recipe rotation when you are looking for a quick and delicious dip! Tailgating season is here and you know I am a …

These slow cooker sweet and spicy meatballs are the perfect easy game day appetizer. Use frozen meatballs to save time! I love appetizer recipes and the easier the better. And you can’t get easier than my sweet and spicy meatball recipe. I have many go-to party slow cooker recipes – slow cooker bean dip and slow cooker taco dip are two …

This quick and easy jalapeno cream cheese appetizer recipe is a fun addition to your thanksgiving table! This appetizer with a kick is no-cook and can be ready in 10 minutes.  Introducing the cranberry jalapeño salsa cream cheese appetizer, a quick and delightful addition to your Thanksgiving table. This no-cook recipe can be prepared in just 10 minutes, making …

Potato chip nachos, also called Irish nachos, are extra salty and a delicious appetizer with all your favorite nacho toppings! The perfect game day food. Every year, I get really into football. It’s a big joke (to myself) because I can’t decide what I like more – the game or the food. Game day recipes are seriously …

Hot pimento cheese dip is perfect for tailgating, parties and all pimento cheese fans. You’ll be quickly adding this appetizer to your party menu once you try it – everyone is going to love this twist on a Southern favorite. My favorite recipes are the ones that I create unexpectedly. Like this hot pimento cheese …

This grilled guacamole recipe is going to be your new favorite summer dip. Grilling all of the vegetables gives the guacamole a smoky and unforgettable taste. It’s time for the 2017 summer edition of the Freaky Friday Blog Hop! You may be wondering what the Freaky Friday Blog Hop is. Multiple bloggers get together and …

If you like cheese dips, this chipotle bacon corn cheese dip recipe is going to make you so happy! Baked in the oven with three different types of cheese, it’s creamy and delicious. I’ve had this thing for cheese dip since… forever. It’s probably because I’m obsessed with cheese. I swear, if I ever decide to …

These baked buffalo chicken egg rolls are great as an appetizer or lunch! Serve them with blue cheese dressing and extra buffalo sauce!  These baked buffalo chicken egg rolls are an absolute treat, perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a delightful appetizer or a satisfying lunch. The combination of tender chicken and zesty …

These sheet pan loaded chicken nachos are delicious AND easy to make! Make the slow cooker chicken the night before or the morning of to save time.  What is one thing everyone wants more of? Nachos! No, wait, actually it’s time. But we all want nachos too. That’s why today I’m sharing this sheet pan nachos recipe that …

Include a holiday crostini bar at all of your holiday parties this year! These 12 3-ingredient crostini recipes are easy to make and pair perfectly with my favorite Sicilia DOC wines, Nero d’Avola and Frappato. This post is sponsored by Wines of Sicily. My love of Sicilian wine and my opinions are my own. Are you throwing …

The holidays just got better thanks to this easy cranberry goat cheese Christmas wreath appetizer with crescent rolls. It’s the perfect mix of sweet and tart! The only season I like better than autumn is BAKING SEASON. There is something about the glorious smells that come of the oven once the weather gets cooler and …

Dip these baked loaded mashed potato tater tots into my creamy loaded potato dipping sauce. They are the perfect healthier way to use leftover mashed potatoes! I am totally getting ready for all the future holiday parties coming up. My favorite part of a good holiday party is the appetizers. Appetizers are one of my favorite …

These baked scotch eggs are the perfect party appetizer! Serve them with my shallot yogurt dip; your guests will definitely come back for more! Thank you to Phil’s Fresh Eggs for sponsoring today’s conversation. My love of their cage-free eggs and all opinions are my own. My history with scotch eggs goes a bit like the story …

Tuna bacon crostini is a great last minute-appetizer! It only takes 10 minutes to put together and is the perfect finger food for dinner parties.  Thank you Bumble Bee Seafoods for sponsoring this post. Not all tuna is created equal. Click here to learn more about how only Bumble Bee® Albacore will do. I love having …

If you’re looking for game day food, this sausage pinwheel appetizer is going to be your new favorite recipe for tailgating season. It’s an easy and delicious appetizer to add to your party. Just serve it with a little ranch!  This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Hillshire Brands Company. All opinions are …

This buffalo chicken dip recipe is the perfect game day food! It tastes just like buffalo wings but with less mess and no frying.  The biggest day of the year for football fans is right around the corner and if you are like me, you are gathering all of your best football recipes together. I …