Give Thanks for These Starters! - 45 recipes
Get the Thanksgiving feast started with some of our favorite fall appetizers! We've got party snacks, liked spiced pumpkin seeds, or try a baked brie with cranberries. Whatever your appetizer needs, you've come to the right place.
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7-Layer Cranberry Cobb Dip
By á-174535
![7-Layer Cranberry Cobb Dip](/media/9d/db/248b82c6db14de0172526c941909008d785a.jpg/rh/7-layer-cranberry-cobb-dip.jpg)
Details
Servings 8
Preparation time 25
Cooking time 45
- SPECIAL EQUIPMENT:
- 4 cups walnut halves
- 7 ounces sourdough bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, about 3 cups
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 cups meat from a rotisserie chicken, shredded, skinless and boneless (1 whole chicken) or shredded turkey meat
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cups crumbled blue cheese
- 6 stalks celery, leaves separated and reserved, stalks coarsely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups dried cranberries
- crackers, for serving
- 2-quart trifle bowl
Layers of walnuts, blue cheese, cranberries and more! This is the perfect dip for the holiday season
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Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread
![Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread](/media/e9/ad/9fff6a8a15de37195d83cc54068b4d657511.jpg/tsp/cranberry-cream-cheese-spread.jpg)
By Cindy_Wicker
Cranberry cream cheese spread is super easy to make when you are short on time and have to make something last min...
- 1 (8-ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1 teaspoon orange peel, grated
- Assorted crackers
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
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
Butternut Squash Pizza with Glazed Brussels Sprouts Hazelnuts & Dates
![Butternut Squash Pizza with Glazed Brussels Sprouts Hazelnuts & Dates](/media/4f/7d/5d7dfbc092ab85c6e433d2c377bc1a65e92c.jpg/tsp/butternut-squash-pizza-with-glazed-brussels-sprouts-hazelnuts-and-dates.jpg)
By DeBruynC1
Butternut squash pizza with veggies, nuts and dates is very tasty combination!
- 11 ball pizza dough-homemade or store bought
- 2 1/2cups2 1/2 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash, about 1/2 inch to 1 inch size cubes (the smaller the faster they will cook up!)
- 1 1/2cups1 1/2 cups brussels sprouts, trimmed and sliced in half (for larger sprouts quarter them)
- 3/4cup3/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 2tablespoons2 tablespoons olive oil, divided plus more for baking
- Small pinchSmall pinch cinnamon
- Salt and pepper
- 1/2cup1/2 cup dates, pitted and roughly chopped
- 1/2cup1/2 cup hazelnuts, roughly chopped
- PinchPinch crushed red pepper flakes
- Sea salt, to finish
- Minced parsley for serving, optional
The Cheese Dip That Will Make You Famous!
![The Cheese Dip That Will Make You Famous!](/media/0c/46/e4f65c3520578b07b88b8549993f57b756e0.jpg/tsp/the-cheese-dip-that-will-make-you-famous.jpg)
By á-10881
Serve The Cheese Dip That Will Make You Famous! at your next game day party, serve it at a cocktail party, serve it...
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese or grated jalapeño jack
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 small purple onion or onion of your choice, diced
- serve with Wheat Thins, Frito’s Scoops, or vegetables for dipping
Zesty Ritz Crackers
![Zesty Ritz Crackers](/media/02/22/8a3abdd6aabd64ddf76fe5771cc18d0e7c0a.jpg/tsp/zesty-ritz-crackers.jpg)
By clawson
Ritz crackers get the star treatment in this zesty recipe with the addition of grated Parmesan, Garlic powder, spic...
- 1 box Ritz Crackers
- 1 stick melted butter
- 1 packet Ranch dressing mix
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
Bacon Asparagus Pastry Twists
![Bacon Asparagus Pastry Twists](/media/03/58/a68d58f81aa98ed47f0aa10b1abd0030ed4c.jpg/tsp/bacon-asparagus-pastry-twists.jpg)
By á-6184
Bacon and puff pastry wrap tender asparagus spears for this delightful appetizer
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 6 to 8 slices bacon
- 12-15 asparagus spears
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt
- Pepper
Spinach Bacon Cheese Puffs
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By Susan52
These Spinach Bacon Cheese Puffs are sure to be a hit at your next gathering, whether it's during the holidays or a...
- 1 (4-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- 2 packed cups chopped fresh spinach
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta
- 3 slices crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
- Coarse salt and fresh ground black pepper
- 1 (8.7-ounce) sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed and cut into 9 squares
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Puerto Rican Fried Plantains
![Puerto Rican Fried Plantains](/media/0f/f1/0cb657a88e9a8ae8de3b6985fda7968c26f8.jpg/tsp/puerto-rican-fried-plantains.jpg)
By GratefulSea
This super simple, quick, and easy recipe is the perfect appetizer for any festive occasion or celebratory party
- 2 large green plantains
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to garnish
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 cup peanut oil
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
![Baked Macaroni & Cheese Balls](/media/94/d0/5341d7c45017185c2388a553bd7329b43658./tsp/baked-macaroni-and-cheese-balls.png)
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
Pesto Deviled Eggs
![Pesto Deviled Eggs](/media/58/7c/845aef6f709760d47f383b8dcc572bb82507.jpg/tsp/pesto-deviled-eggs.jpg)
By á-174535
Make these deviled eggs with pesto for a fresh and unique flavor combination for your next barbecue party
- 12 hardboiled eggs, peeled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves or parsley leaves, chopped
Deep Fried Deviled Eggs II
![Deep Fried Deviled Eggs II](/media/31/5d/ad0203a01450e255bf6b40c947fe03ddad8a.jpg/tsp/deep-fried-deviled-eggs-ii.jpg)
By scratch cook
Egg whites are deep fried and then filled with a traditional deviled egg mixture -- a perfect side dish or appetize
- 12 peeled hard-boiled eggs
- 1 cup flour
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- Oil for frying
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons pickle relish
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Pumpkin Spice Roasted Chickpeas
![Pumpkin Spice Roasted Chickpeas](/media/a6/2d/b845c3ff2ed880a77985c85a0e5b79fbc641.jpg/tsp/pumpkin-spice-roasted-chickpeas.jpg)
By SpartyGreenMom
These crunchy, pumpkin-y roasted chickpeas are so addicting, they won't even make it off the pan before you've devo...
- 1 can or 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt to taste
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Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
- 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
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Barbecue Deviled Eggs
- 12 large eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup smoked pork, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon hot sauce
- Paprika, for garnish
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Chef John's Party Cheese Puffs
- 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
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TGI Friday's Artichoke & Spinach...
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed of its juices
- 1 (14-ounces) jar artichoke hearts, chopped
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Crab Stuffed Deviled Eggs
- 6 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon shallot, minced
- 1 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon capers [rinsed]
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Hot Spinach Dip
- 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for baking dish
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pounds spinach, cleaned, trimmed, and coarsely chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- 6 ounces reduced-fat bar cream cheese
- 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
- 3 dashes hot sauce, such as Tabasco
- 3/4 cups mozzarella, shredded
- Coarse salt and ground pepper
- Baguette slices, breadsticks, or crackers, for serving
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Famous Homemade Cheese Straws
- 1 package frozen puff pastry sheets
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg white, slightly beaten
- 1 package cheddar cheese, shredded
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Shiitake & Roasted Red Pepper Puff...
- 1 (9-ounce) sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups (8-ounces) shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and coarsely chopped
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup (4-ounces) jarred roasted red peppers, patted dry and coarsely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups (4-ounces) Gruyère, coarsely grated
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon, plus 1 teaspoon
- 3 tablespoons almonds, sliced
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Indian Cauliflower Fritters
- DRESSING:
- 2 cups cauliflower, cut into small pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive or rice bran oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon coriander stems, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons turmeric
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1/2 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup maize flour or chick pea flour
- 1/2 tablespoon sea salt, or to taste
- 1 zucchini, grated and squeezed dry
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup coriander leaves (extra for garnish)
- 2 cups rice bran oil, plus 1 tablespoon, about 500 milliliters
- 1 lime, quartered
- 1/2 cup yoghurt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil, optional
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 tablespoons coriander leaves, roughly chopped
- sea salt to taste or 1 teaspoon umeboshi vinegar
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Smoked Salmon Cheese Balls
- 1 (8 ounces) package Changing Seas Norwegian Smoked Salmon, roughly chopped
- 1 (8 ounces) package Neufchâtel cheese
- 1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3 green onions, roughly chopped
- 3/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley, divided
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Chipotle Creamed Spinach Phyllo...
- 1 (10-ounce) package baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
- 1 1/2 teaspoon chipotle flavored hot sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 45 mini phyllo shells
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Deep Fried Deviled Eggs
- FILLING:
- 15 eggs, hard boiled, cut in half, yolks separated from whites
- cooking oil to deep fry
- flour, as needed
- panko bread crumbs, as needed
- paprika to garnish
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch garlic salt
- black pepper, to taste
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