Appetizers Greats II · Delicious Appetizers Recipes, The Top 88 Appetizers Recipes by Franks, Jo -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

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Preface

Chapter 1

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APPETIZER SAUSAGES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 5 1/2 lbs. ready-to-heat cooked sausages, (11/2 to 2) 3 kinds of mustard pocket pita bread

ARTICHOKE BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II nonstick cooking spray cornmeal 1 1/8 lbs. frozen artichoke hearts* 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons butter 6 eggs, slightly beaten 3/4 lbs. Monterey jack cheese, shredded 3/8 cups cornmeal 2 tablespoons white wine Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed grated parmesan cheese

AVOCADO-CHICKEN DIP

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 cup finely chopped cooked -- chicken or 1 6 3/4 oz chunk-style chicken -- drained and finely c 1 medium ripe avocado, seeded -- peeled chopped 1 small tomato, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup onion, chopped 2 tablespoons pickled jalapeno peppers -- rinsed, chopped, see 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 cup dairy sour cream 1/4 cup milk 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed 1/8 teaspoon salt avocado slices, (optional) oven-crisp tortilla chips -- OR tortilla chips

B-L-T DIP

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 lb. bacon 2 large ripe tomatoes, diced 1 cup sour cream 1 cup mayonnaise

B-L-T POTATO BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 6 small new potatoes, cook, cool 1/2 cup cottage cheese or sour cream 1/4 cup lettuce, shredded 4 slices bacon, cooked, crumbled 1/3 cup tomato, diced salt and pepper

BABY HOT BROWNS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 chicken bouillon cube 1/4 cup hot water 3/4 cups half and half 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons flour 1 cup grated Swiss cheese 5 strips bacon, (cooked and crumbled) 1 large onion, sliced thin 6 ounces cooked turkey, thinly sliced 18 slices small French bread parsley

BACON BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 8 ounces thick-sliced bacon 1 1/2 cups brown sugar honey mustard

BACON DEVILED EGGS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 12 large eggs, hard cooked, peeled carefully sliced in half 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon prepared white horseradish 8 ounces bacon; cooked crisp, drained crumbled fine 4 scallions, chopped fine

BAKED SHELLS WITH CHICKEN AND CHEESE

Source: Appetizer Greats II 8 medium ounces pasta shells 1 cup 2% milk 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 cups shredded Monterey cheese, divided 2 cups chopped cooked chicken meat 2 teaspoons crushed dried parsley

BEEF BALLS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 cup uncooked rice ***filling*** 1 lb. ground steak, (sirloin) 3 green onions, finely chopped 1 teaspoon ginger root, finely chopped 2 ounces water chestnuts, finely chopped 1 egg, beaten 1 tablespoon soy sauce 3 tablespoons Shaohsing wine or sherry

BEEFY TORTILLA PINWHEELS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 8 oz pkg cream cheese 1/4 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed green olives 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish mustard 6 7 inch flour tortillas 12 slices deli roast beef, (small) 6 green onions, tops included

BEST-EVER STUFFED MUSHROOMS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 8 oz pkgs cream cheese, softened 1 envelope ranch party dip or dressing mix 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons minced onion 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 1 1/2 lbs. large fresh mushrooms 1 cup seasoned dry stuffing, crushed 1/4 cup butter or margarine

BITES OF PLEASURE COCKTAIL PIZZAS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 8 oz loaves party rye bread butter or margarine, to cover rye slices 2 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, grated 1 1/2 cups chopped ripe olives 3/4 cups green onions, chopped

BLUE CHEESE WALNUT SPREAD

Source: Appetizer Greats II 4 ounces blue cheese, softened 4 ounces cream cheese 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons sherry 1/4 cup English walnuts, chopped

BOUILLABAISSE BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 24 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 24 medium sea scallops 1 15 oz can tomato sauce 1 6.5 oz can minced clams 1 tablespoon Pernod 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon basil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 pn saffron

BUFFALO CHICKEN WINGS WITH BLUE CHEESE DIP

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 tablespoons melted butter 4 tablespoons Tabasco sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 30 chicken wings or drumettes paprika, for dusting lettuce leaves, for lining platter celery sticks, for accompaniment *** blue cheese dip *** 1/2 cup soft tofu 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1/3 cup nonfat plain yogurt 1/4 cup sour cream 2 cloves garlic, pressed 3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled

CALIFORNIA RILLETTES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley leaves 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon leaves 1 2 inch piece red onion 1 cup cooked meat, (chicken, veal, beef or fish) 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon lemon juice 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

CHAVRIE AND BASIL PIZZA BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 can chavrie goat cheese, (5.3 oz) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, crushed 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper 1 small French bread loaf 2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced olive oil 1/2 cup shredded fresh basil leaves

CHEESE CHILI BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon hot chili powder 1 large pinch cayenne pepper 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, finely grate 1 egg, beaten 1 tablespoon water, cold 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 tablespoon poppy seeds

CHEESEBURGER BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 Egg yolk, beaten 1/2 lb. Lean ground beef 2 tablespoons Grated onions 1/2 teaspoon Salt ds Pepper 6 sl Bread 24 cups Cheddar cheese

CHEESY ONION BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 cup saltine crackers, (about 26), crushed 6 slices bacon 1 cup onion, chopped 1/2 lb. Swiss cheese, shredded 3/4 cups sour cream 2 large eggs, beaten freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 4 tablespoons butter, melted

CHEESY TURKEY SAUSAGE BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 lb. turkey sausage 1/2 cup green onions, chopped 3 cups Bisquick baking mix 2 cups grated low fat cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon cayenne 3/4 cups milk 1 cup Dijon mustard 1/4 cup honey

CHEX PARTY MIX MICROWAVE RECIPE

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1/4 cup margarine melted, (1/2 stick) 1 1/4 teaspoons Lawry's seasoned salt 4 1/2 teaspoons Worchester sauce 8 cups hex cereals, (corn, rice and/or wheat 1 cup mixed nuts 1 cup mini-bites pretzels

CHILE CON QUESO MINI-BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1/2 cup chopped tomato 1/4 cup minced green onions 10 garlic minced 4 eggs beaten 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, (2 oz.) 1/2 cup Monterey jack, (2 oz.) cheese with jalapeno pepper 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/8 t. red pepper 1 can chopped green, (4 oz.) chiles rinsed and drained 1 whole green chiles sliced

CHILE RELLENO CASSEROLE BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1/8 cup butter or margarine 5 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup cottage cheese 1/2 lb. shredded Monterey jack cheese 1 4 oz can chopped green chiles

CHILES RELLENOS CON QUESO - 1

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 Anaheim, chiles, roast and peel 1 1/3 ounces cheese, Monterey Jack oil, for frying 1 eggs, separated 1/8 cup flour, all purpose - tomato sauce--- 1 1/3 small tomatoes, peeled 1/3 small onion 1/3 garlic clove 1/3 tablespoon oil, vegetable 1/8 cup chicken broth 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 small Jalapeno, chile 1 pn cinnamon, ground 1 pn cloves, ground

CHILI CHEESE BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 4 tablespoons butter 5 eggs 1/4 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 ds salt 4 ounces chilies, green, chopped 1 cup cottage cheese, small curd 8 ounces Monterey jack, shredded

CHIP DIP FABULOSO

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 16 oz can fat-free refried beans 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt, , or to taste 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon pepper 4 medium Roma tomatoes, , diced 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped 1 large avocado 1 medium lemon, , juiced 4 ounces sliced black olives 3 medium green onions, finely chopped 8 ounces fat-free sour cream 4 ounces Monterey jack cheese, , grated baked tortilla chips

CLAM DIP

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 Shepherds Loaf 2 cans minced clams 2 8 oz package cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 bunch green onions, chopped

CLAMS CASINO

Source: Appetizer Greats II 13 ounces minced clams, 2 sm cn* 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 centiliters garlic: or more 4 tablespoons green onion, dice 3 teaspoons fresh parsley, chop 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon oregano parmesan cheese, as needed

CLAMS CASINO - 2

Source: Appetizer Greats II 24 cherrystone clams 4 tablespoons green pepper, chopped 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 8 tablespoons butter 6 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs

CLARENCE'S KRABDIP

Source: Appetizer Greats II 16 ounces sour cream 16 ounces Philadelphia cream cheese 2 onions, small, chop fine 3 teaspoons garlic, (polaner/ fiesta) 2 teaspoons white pepper 1 teaspoon red pepper 2 teaspoons horseradish, (or 2" piece" 1 half bottle chives 8 ounces Louis Rich crab, (or more) 2 teaspoons lemon and herb seasoning 1/2 can mushrooms

CRAB CAKES MARYLAND

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon Louisiana hot sauce 2 eggs, (beaten) 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 lb. cooked crab, (flaked) 1/2 cup cracker crumbs salt and pepper to taste flour for dredging

CRAB STUFFED MUSHROOMS - 1

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 6.5 oz can crab meat, drained and flaked 1 3 oz pkg cream cheese, softened 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, (up to 1/2 teaspoon) 12 large fresh mushrooms, (up to 18) white pepper paprika

CRISPY TACO BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 24 won-ton wrappers 3/4 teaspoons oregano 3/4 teaspoons chili powder --filling--- 2 packages cream cheese, softened (3 oz ea.) 1/2 cup sour cream 2 garlic cloves, pressed - toppings--- tomatoes, seeded sour cream green onions black olives avocado

CROSTINI DI POLENTA AI FUNGHI (POLENTA CROSTINI & MUSHROO

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 ounce Dried porcini mushrooms 4 tablespoons Olive oil 1 lg Red onion, finely minced 1 lb. Fresh brown mushrooms, cleaned & sliced 3 sm Ripe plum tomatoes, chopped 1 tablespoon Parsley Salt & pepper

CRUNCHY HOT CRAB BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 1/2 cups crab mead, drained, all bits shell removed 1 tablespoon fresh lime or lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon grated lime peel 1 green onion, minced 2 tablespoons minced parsley 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon hot prepared mustard, (or to, taste) several dashes of liquid, hot-pepper sauce (or 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 16 melba toast rounds 1/2 cup grated Swiss or sharp, cheddar cheese

CUCUMBER DIP

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 cup nonfat yogurt 1 large cucumber, peel, seed and chop 1/2 small onion, chopped 1 ds ground pepper

DANNY'S HUSHPUPPIES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 cup cornmeal 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar 1 cup flour 1 egg 3/4 cups milk 1 ds red pepper green onion tops, chopped 1 tablespoon onion, grated

DRUNKEN CHEESE SPREAD

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 lb. Roquefort cheese 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/3 cup port wine

EASY CHICKEN PASTRY BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 can crescent rolls, (8 rolls) 1/2 package perdue Italian style 1 tablespoon pizza quick sauce

FAMOUS TACO DIP

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 can bean dip 1 can avocado dip, frozen 1 package taco seasoning mix 4 tablespoons sour cream 6 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 cup cheese, cheddar, shredded 1 cup cheese, Monterey jack, shredded 6 green onions, chopped 1 tomato, chopped 1 sm can olives, black, chopped

FIRE BALLS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 12 ounces jalapeno peppers, canned 1 cup buttermilk baking mix 6 ounces mozzarella cheese -- shredded 1 lb. sausage 6 ounces * seasoned bread crumbs

FIVE LAYER ITALIAN DIP

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 8 oz pkg Philadelphia cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup Kraft parmesan cheese (2 oz), divided 1/3 cup prepared pesto, drained 1 4 oz jar chopped pimientos, drained 1/2 cup Kraft shredded mozzarella cheese (2 oz)

FOUR HAPPINESS MEATBALLS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 tablespoons sesame seeds 1 lb. ground beef 6 ounces Chinese sausage, (lop cheong), coarsely chopped 1/3 cup finely chopped jicama 1/4 cup cornstarch 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine or dry sherry 1 tablespoon minced ginger 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon shredded tangerine peel 2 teaspoons sesame oil ***GLAZE*** 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon cooking oil

GRILLED PORTOBELLO APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II Portobello mushrooms Italian salad dressing grated parmesan cheese

HAM BISCUIT APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 3 packages Pepperidge Farm party rolls, sliced in half 1 lb. chopped ham 1 stick margarine, softened 1 small onion, chopped 3 tablespoons prepared mustard 3 tablespoons poppy seeds

HAWAII PUPU APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese 1 cup chopped black olives 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 teaspoon Lawry's seasoned salt 1 package English muffins 1 ds paprika

HAWAIIAN MACADAMIA NUT BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1/2 cup Softened butter 1/2 cup Sugar 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon Salt 1 5 oz who macadamia nuts 1/4 cup Semi sweet chocolate chips 1 teaspoon Shortening 1 lg Egg 1 1/2 cups All purpose flour

HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1/3 cup Spicy Brown Mustard 3 tablespoons Honey 2 tablespoons Catsup 1 Minced Garlic Clove 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco Pepper Sauce 1 lb. Boned, Skinless Chicken Breasts, Cut Into 1 Inch Pieces

ITALIAN CHEESE PUFFS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 cup water 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 3 eggs 6 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese 1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese

ITALIAN CHICKEN PASTRY BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 can crescent rolls, (8 rolls) 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 1 cup chopped, cooked chicken 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese, (optional) 1 tablespoon spaghetti sauce

JACK CHEESE AND CHILE EASY APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II bread slices, (good quality bread) butter or margarine, softened canned chopped green chiles Monterey jack cheese, sliced

JAMAICAN MEAT PATTIES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 lb. ground beef, lean 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 teaspoon - salt 1/2 teaspoon - freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup bread crumbs, dry 1/2 cup chicken stock, or water 2 green onions, finely chopped -pastry--- 2 cups flour, all purpose 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon - salt 2/3 cups shortening or butter, cold, diced 1/4 cup - ice water or more if, necessary 1 egg, lightly beaten

JUNGLE FUN TOSS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 3 cups apple cinnamon cheerios 3 cups honey nut cheerios 1 1/2 cups animal crackers 1 1/2 cups mini pretzel twists 1 1/2 cups cheese fish crackers 1/2 cup chewy fruit snacks, 5.4 oz shark bites, gummi bears..

KANOM MUOI - THAI STYLE STARTERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 6 slices bread 1/2 cup crab, cooked, chopped 1/2 cup pork, cooked, chopped 1/2 cup mushrooms, raw, mincrd

KIELBASA BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 3/4 cups chili sauce 3/4 cups grape jelly 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, (scant) 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, (scant) 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, (scant) 4 tablespoons red wine 2 teaspoons prepared mustard, (heaping) 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 1/2 lbs. Hillshire farm polska kielbasa, cut in 1 1/2" pieces

KILLER BREAD

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 10" round sourdough bread butter or margarine 1 cup mayonnaise 1 cup parmesan cheese 3 tablespoons fresh basil, minced 3 teaspoons fresh oregano, minced 1 tablespoon onion, minced 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning 3 tablespoons garlic, minced

LISA'S EGG ROLLS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 package egg roll wrappers, in veggie dept. 1/2 lb. bean sprouts, fresh 1 lb. lean ground pork 1/2 cup shredded bamboo shoots 1 head bok choy, or cabbage 1/2 cup green onions with tops, shredded 1 tablespoon sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 tablespoon soy sauce 4 teaspoons corn starch 4 teaspoons water 1 egg 1 tablespoon water 4 cups peanut oil, for frying

LITTLE FETA CHEESECAKES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; fine, dry 1/2 cup pecans, ground 1/4 cup butter, melted 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled 1 egg 2 tablespoons milk 1/8 teaspoon hot sauce --herbed tomato sauce--- 1/2 cup tomato sauce 1 tablespoon onion, minced 2 tablespoons tomato pase 1/4 teaspoon basil, dried 1/4 teaspoon oregano, dried 1/8 teaspoon - pepper 1 clove garlic; small, minced ripe olives, opt parsley springs, opt

LITTLE WIENERS AND ORANGE SAUCE

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 package Hot Dogs (cut into bites) 1/2 cup Sugar 3 tablespoons Cornstarch 1 1/2 cups Orange juice 8 Cloves whole 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon 1/4 cup Vinegar

LOW-FAT JALAPENO BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1/2 cup neufch,tel cream cheese, (4 oz.) 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/3 cup minced green onions 3 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese 1 tablespoon lime juice 3/4 lbs. fresh jalapeOo chilies, rinsed 2 large egg whites 1 cup cornflake crumbs

MALAYAN CURRIED FISH BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 lb. cod, fresh or frozen salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 8 peppercorns 1 teaspoon coriander 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1 garlic clove, minced 1 small white onion 1/2 teaspoon turmeric or curry powder 1 cup coconut milk

MEATBALL APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 1/2 lbs. Ground beef 2 Eggs 1/4 cup Milk 1 cup Plain bread crumbs 1/4 cup Chopped onion 1 1/2 teaspoons Chopped parsley 1 1/2 teaspoons Salt 1/8 teaspoon Pepper 3 tablespoons Oil 1 Bottle chili sauce (10 oz) 1/2 cup Welch's grape jelly 1 tablespoon Maxwell House instant coffee

MELON AND PROSCIUTTO

Source: Appetizer Greats II 3 lbs. cantaloupe, honeydew or melon 1/4 lb. prosciutto

MEXICALLI PUFF APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 cup flour, all-purpose 3/4 cups cornmeal, yellow 3/4 teaspoons chili powder 1/2 teaspoon salt vegetable oil

MEXICAN PHEASANT

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 cups cooked pheasant, cut in bites 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 1/2 jar medium salsa 1 cup sour cream 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated 1 cup Monterey jack cheese, grated 1 onion, chopped 1 package corn tortillas cut in strips

MINIATURE PUFF APPETIZERS AND FILLINGS

Source: Appetizer Greats II --puff pastry--- 1 cup water 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 eggs --corned beef filling--- 1 12 oz can corned beef 2 tablespoons dry French onion soup mix 1 1/4 cups sour cream --deviled ham filling--- 1 2.5 oz can deviled ham 1 3 oz pkg cream cheese, softened 1 tablespoon chili sauce 1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard --spinach filling--- 1 10 oz pkg frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained well 1 1/2 cups sour cream 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 envelope dry vegetable soup mix 1 cup chopped water chestnuts chopped almonds

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OAXACA TOSTADA BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 1/2 cups Black beans -- 2 Plum tomatoes, cut into 1/4" Zest of one lime, finely gra 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice chopped 1/2 teaspoon Unsweetened cocoa powder 1 pn Cinnamon 1 Avocado, pitted and peeled 30 sm Tortilla chips peppers, shredded lg Garlic clove, minced dice ted 3 tablespoons Fresh cilantro leaves 2 ds Tabasco sauce 1/2 teaspoon Ground cumin Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon Nonfat sour cream 3/4 cups Monterey cheese with 3 Romaine lettuce leaves

ONION CHEESE BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 12 slices bread - diagonal slices - baguette - French stick 1/2 cup parmesan cheese - grated 1/3 cup green onion - chopped 1/3 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon sweet red pepper - chopped pepper

PARTY MEAT BALL APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II --meat balls--- 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef 1/2 cup Quaker oats, uncooked (quick or old-fashioned) 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 cup parmesan cheese 2 eggs, beaten -sauce--- 1 garlic clove, minced 1 lb. canned tomatoes 6 ounces tomato paste 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1/4 teaspoon basil

PECAN BALL APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 8 oz pkgs Philadelphia cream cheese 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 tablespoon chopped pimento 1 tablespoon chopped onion 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 ds cayenne pepper 1 ds salt chopped toasted pecans

PESTO AND BRIE CANAPES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1/2 cup pine nuts, (about 3 ounces) 8 halves oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese 1/4 cup olive oil 1/3 cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 lb. ripe brie, rind removed, at room temperature 1 long baguette, sliced 1/4" diagonally, (about 50 slices)

PHYLLO CHICKEN BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 large garlic cloves-minced 1 lb. phllo dough, cut into 4-inch strips melted butter

PITA PIZZA BITES

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 pita breads, (6 inch) 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms, or - 4 ounces mushroom stems and pieces, drained (1 can) 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves, or - 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves 1 cup finely shredded mozzarella, cheese (4 ounces) 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

PIZZA BREAD APPETIZERS *

Source: Appetizer Greats II ----- 1 package Frozen bread dough; 3, 1lb loaves 1/4 lb. Swiss cheese, shredded 1/4 lb. Provolone cheese, shredded 1/2 lb. Mozzarella cheese, shredded 2 lbs. Pepperoni, sliced

PORK SATAY APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 lbs. boneless pork loin, , cut in thin strips 4 minced garlic cloves 1 cup soy sauce 12 ounces Dijon style mustard 1/2 cup honey

RAVIOLI APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 cup bread crumbs, soft, very fine ones 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 lb. ravioli, cheese-filled -- cooked nonstick cooking spray 1 cup spaghetti sauce, low fat OR nonfat warmed

SALMON TORTILLA APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 15 ounces salmon, canned, flaked 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 4 tablespoons salsa, mild or medium 2 tablespoons fresh parsley 1 teaspoon cilantro 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, optional 8 flour tortillas, 8 inch

SANTA FE CHILI APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II --THE ART OF FILO --- Use Triangle (see shapes) 1 lb. Filo Butter, melted for brushing filo -FILLING--- 1 lb. Lean ground beef 2 Onions, chopped 1 Bell pepper, chopped 3 Cloves garlic, minced 1 cn Whole tomatoes (16-oz) 1 cn Kidney beans (16-oz) 1 tablespoon Chili powder 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (or less) 1 teaspoon Ground cumin 2 teaspoons Salt 1/2 teaspoon Paprika 1 Bay leaf, broken in half 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated

SAUSAGE APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 8 oz pkg refrigerated butterflake rolls 1/2 lb. hot sausage, crumbled 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1 cup cottage cheese 1 tablespoon snipped chives 1 ds freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

STUFFED TOMATO APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 36 cherry tomatoes 1 8 oz pkg cream cheese, softened 1 tablespoon dry Italian salad dressing mix 2 tablespoons milk 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

SUN-DRIED TOMATO-MOZZARELLA APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 pint cherry tomatoes 1/4 lb. mozzarella cheese, part skim milk, diced 1/4 cup olive oil 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaf, minced 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed black pepper

SWEDISH MEAT BALL APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 lb. lean ground beef 1 egg 1 cup soft bread crumbs 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 2/3 cups milk 1 cup sour cream 1/2 teaspoon salt

TERIYAKI STEAK APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1 1/2 lbs. steak, sirloin 1/2 cup salad oil 1/4 cup honey, liquid 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 1 each garlic clove, crushed 1/2 teaspoon ginger

THAI BARBECUED CHICKEN APPETIZERS WITH DIPPING SAUCE

Source: Appetizer Greats II 3 lbs. chicken wing drumettes --marinade--- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped garlic 1 tablespoon cilantro, roots and stems only, chopped fine 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 1/2 teaspoons ground dried chiles or cayenne 1 tablespoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons Thai fish sauce --basting liquid--- 1/2 cup coconut milk, canned is ok -garnish--- cilantro sprigs dipping sauce, (see below) - dipping sauce--- 1/2 teaspoon dried chile flakes or cayenne 2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup Chinese red rice vinegar 1 thinly sliced green onion 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped cilantro leaves

TOASTED SHRIMP APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 1/2 lb. medium-size fresh unpeeled shrimp 1 clove garlic, peeled 2 green onions, cut in 1" pieces 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 1/2 teaspoons dry cocktail sherry 1 egg white 1/2 cup canned water chestnuts 24 slices party-style rye bread 1/4 cup commercial sweet and sour sauce

ZIPPY CHEESE BALL APPETIZERS

Source: Appetizer Greats II 6 ounces Cream cheese, softened 1 tablespoon Horseradish 1 teaspoon Milk, opt. 1/4 cup Dried beef, finely chopped 1/2 cup Potato chips, chopped 1/2 cup Parsley, fresh; chopped fine

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