Freezing Recipes
Make it once, enjoy it twice with frozen recipes that taste just as good the second time around.
Nacho Triangles with Salsa-Ranch Dipping Sauce
These nacho bites are a fun fusion of Greek appetizers and flavors of the American Southwest. The simple dipping sauce is a perfect match—the ranch balances out the heat of the jalapeno and chipotle peppers—and takes the recipe to the next level. —Angela Spengler, Niceville, Florida
Gruyere and Crab Palmiers
I keep these little bursts of flavor in my freezer so they can be pulled out and popped into the...
Beef Wellington Fried Wontons
These tasty appetizers scale down classic beef Wellington to an ideal party size. They feel fancy and fun! —Dianne Phillips,...
Blue Cheese Walnut Tart
This simple yet elegant tart gives any casual get-together a touch of class. It’s wonderful as a lunch entree and...
Butter Chicken Meatballs
My husband and I love meatballs, and we love butter chicken. Before an appetizer party, we had the brilliant idea...
Tomato-Jalapeno Granita
Everyone will say "wow" after one taste of this refreshing, icy appetizer. Even my grandchildren enjoy the tomato, mint and...
Make-Ahead Sausage Pinwheels
Filled with sausage, sweet pepper and cream cheese, these roll-ups are excellent for unexpected visitors, a cocktail party or a...
Slow-Cooked Italian Meatballs
What I love about these meatballs is that they can be served as an appetizer right out of the slow...
Party Cranberry Meatballs
Meatballs make a great party food and this recipe makes a lot. You can keep them warm in a slow...
Dilly Cheddar Cubes
"This is a delicious crowd-pleasing appetizer," says Lisa Lovitz of Lockport, New York. "I make it for all my parties...
Curry-Chutney Cheese Mold
Featuring loads of bacon, green onions and peanuts, this exotic appetizer is a true timesaver due to its make ahead...
Easy Sausage-Stuffed Loaf
"This cheese-, spinach- and sausage-filled bread is a real crowd-pleaser," assures Suzanne Hansen of Arlington Heights, Illinois. "Tasty slices are...
Pizza Snacks
"Since pizza is a big favorite with my teenagers, I like to keep these crispy snacks on hand," says Ruby...
Onion Rye Appetizers
I take these hearty appetizers to every party we attend and always bring home an empty tray. I also keep...
Almond Cheddar Appetizers
I always try to have a supply of these appetizers on hand in the freezer. If guests drop in, I...
Bourbon Ham Balls
Grandma Nette was the queen of ham ball recipes. I make them salty-sweet with a bourbon and vinegar kick. Serve...
Chicken Wonton Rolls
I sometimes turn this appetizer into a main course by using egg roll wrappers and serving the rolls with a...
Festive Cheese Bites
Over the years, these buttery cheese treats have been a handy standby at our house. I often have some extra...
Buffalo-Style Chicken Chili Dip
Longing for that Buffalo wing thing without the bones? This do-ahead dip freezes well in individual containers, so you can...
Wonton Pot Stickers with Soy Reduction
Bok choy is a type of Chinese cabbage with white stems and dark green leaves. In a pinch, regular cabbage...
Pork Taquitos
Taquitos are a popular appetizer and these homemade ones are so much better than the frozen ones in the supermarket....
Baked Egg Rolls
These egg rolls are low in fat but the crispiness from baking will fool you into thinking they were fried!...
Margarita Granita with Spicy Shrimp
While tinkering and tuning up recipes for my spring menu, I came up with a snazzy little appetizer that's perfect...
Frosty Orange Cream Cheese Cups
These bite-sized frozen treats will cool you down during the dog days of summer. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Sage & Prosciutto Pinwheels
I love, love, love to make appetizers and I especially like this recipe because I can make the rolls ahead,...
Healthy Steamed Dumplings
My family loves Chinese food, but it's hard to find healthy choices in restaurants or at the grocery store. So...
Diploma Appetizers
After studying this delightful recipe Joanne Shew Chuck sent from St. Benedict, Saskatchewan, our kitchen staff unrolled a crafty way...
Cranberry Chili Meatballs
My friends look forward to enjoying these chili sauce meatballs at our holiday gatherings and there are never any leftovers!...
Spanakopita Bites
For an easy spanakopita, try this version that is made in a pan, then cut into squares. It has all...
Mini Phyllo Tacos
For a winning appetizer, serve crispy phyllo cups filled with taco-seasoned ground beef and shredded cheese. These handheld bites will...