The best christmas appetizer ideas - 88 recipes
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Garlic Knot Bread Bowl
![Garlic Knot Bread Bowl](/media/66/eb/3c981dfd9a8fdb2230fcecb1657ab312516f.jpg/tsp/garlic-knot-bread-bowl.jpg)
By á-11135
Garlic Knot Bread Bowl is made in a bundt cake pan, so that after it is baked marinara sauce can be placed in the m...
- 2 (8-count) tubes Pillsbury Grands biscuits
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup pizza or marinara sauce
- 10 to 12 cup bundt pan or tube pan
Baked Macaroni & Cheese Balls
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By á-25181
A great snack or appetizer, these yummy Baked Macaroni & Cheese Balls can be eaten as is or dipped in your favorite
- 2 cups cold leftover mac and cheese
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or Panko
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
![Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball](/media/34/59/606a5363497dcc9864a9bece5fa779a83304.jpg/tsp/bacon-ranch-cheese-ball.jpg)
By á-6498
This bacon ranch cheeseball is super yummy and always a hit every time I make it! You can even make this as a snack...
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, room tempature
- 1/2 cup cheddar, shredded
- 1 cup bacon crumbles, divided
- 1 package Hidden Valley Ranch dip mix
Herbed Goat Cheese Spread
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By á-10360
Your favorite combination of fresh herbs give this rich and creamy goat cheese spread its unique flavor
- 3 tablespoons whipping cream
- 6 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs, snipped (oregano, thyme, rosemary, dill and/or tarragon)
- 1 shallot, minced
- 2 teaspoons lemon rind, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Lobster Crostini with Buttery Tomato & Champagne Sauce
![Lobster Crostini with Buttery Tomato & Champagne Sauce](/media/c4/80/7a2b2771e20f4b5bf031d1015fb67922d0e7.jpg/tsp/lobster-crostini-with-buttery-tomato-and-champagne-sauce.jpg)
By ruthg
Champagne and lobster are the epitome of elegance, and they take the starring role in this crostini appetizer, rich...
- SAUCE:
- 3 large vine tomatoes
- Pinch superfine sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted organic butter, divided
- 1 cup champagne, sparkling wine or Italian prosecco
- Tabasco or Crystal hot sauce
- Salt
- Ground white pepper
- Fresh lemon juice
- CROSTINI:
- 1/2 cup Hollandaise sauce
- Whole piece of tail meat from 1-pound lobster
- 1 small crusty white baguette, sliced
- Fresh dill leaves, snipped
- Freshly ground black pepper
Crab and Artichoke Dip
![Crab and Artichoke Dip](/media/a4/cd/afa8d9e714eca5fb3603bc6d4b249e61e936.jpg/tsp/crab-and-artichoke-dip.jpg)
By gMinor
This Dip can be served hot and bubbly right out of the oven on game day, or chilled for a summer picnic
- 1 Square casserole dish (8x8 or 9x9)
- 2 (13.75-ounce) cans Artichoke Hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
- 2 cups Mayonnaise
- 1 cup grated Parmesan Cheese (reserve about 1/4 cup to sprinkle on top)
- 3 (6-ounce) cans lump crabmeat, drained
- 1 jar (4 oz.) diced pimientos, drained
- 3-4 slices cooked, then crumbled Bacon
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 3 cloves Minced Garlic
Pumpkin Fluff Dip
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By á-31592
Pumpkin Fluff Dip is a great for entertaining and delicious
- 1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1 (5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 (15 ounce) can solid pack pumpkin
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Rosemary Roasted Nuts
![Rosemary Roasted Nuts](/media/8c/ef/a98688f19eeafec36e50813d0ca404128606.jpg/tsp/rosemary-roasted-nuts.jpg)
By á-10360
Roasted, walnuts, almond and pumpkin seeds with sweet and savory flavors
- 3 cups whole unblanched almonds
- 1 1/2 cups walnuts
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely snipped
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Cranberry JalapeñoCream Cheese Dip
![Cranberry JalapeñoCream Cheese Dip](/media/f5/f0/9d4fab1ac7b4eb9d7e6d7d594aa380f715b2.jpg/tsp/cranberry-jalapenocream-cheese-dip.jpg)
By JaimeJay
Cranberry jalapeño cream cheese is a great mixture of sweet, spicy and creamy! This dip is always a hit that every
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese
- 1 bag cranberries, chopped
- 1 can jalapeños, sliced
- 1 cup sugar
Chef John's Party Cheese Puffs
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By á-4084
These spicy, cheesy, herb-filled appetizers are perfect for your next party or gathering
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup sharp Cheddar or Gruyere cheese, shredded
- Pinch cayenne pepper
Pumpkin Dip
![Pumpkin Dip](/media/68/23/132b5879d50d390f5c3dd37de73018c6e953.jpg/tsp/pumpkin-dip.jpg)
By dkanon
Nothing better than having homemade pumpkin dip on the table during the holidays! After trying this recipe it will
- 8 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
Red Velvet Chex Party Mix
![Red Velvet Chex Party Mix](/media/a9/b8/fd9109cff4b8082ea9ae26481d26630b405a.jpg/tsp/red-velvet-chex-party-mix.jpg)
By carvalhohm
A delicious Chex mix that tastes like red velvet cake! Super easy to put together, this will satisfy your holiday p...
- 6 cups Chocolate Chex® cereal
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup butter
- 3 tablespoons corn syrup
- 1 drop red gel food color
- 1 cup devil's food cake mix
- 1/2 cup cream cheese frosting
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