Blue Ribbon Appetizer Recipes

Get your party started with these tasty appetizer recipes from party-savvy cooks all across the country!

Delicious Spinach Artichoke Dip baked until golden brown.

Delicious Spinach Artichoke Dip

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By Bre Van Patten
I've always loved this dip, I just wanted to make my own version. This was ...
(2 ratings)
Inside of the Southwest egg rolls.

Southwestern Egg Rolls

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By Linda Pulley
This recipe is a very tasty and different spin to egg rolls. My family is ...
(3 ratings)
A platter of Buffalo Chicken Sliders.

Buffalo Chicken Sliders

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By Tawni Drmola
These are super easy to make, and you can adjust the heat to your liking. ...
(5 ratings)
Jalapeno Chicken Casserole ready to be served.

Jalapeno Chicken Casserole

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By Tiphane Fleming
Someone gave me this recipe 13 years ago when I first got married. It's a ...
(3 ratings)
Inside of the Hickory Smoked Jalapeno Poppers.

Hickory Smoked Jalapeno Poppers

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By Lynn Socko
Once you smoke a jalapeno popper, you will never grill one again. The flavor is ...
(3 ratings)
A platter of Avocado-Stuffed Tomatoes.

Avocado Stuffed Tomatoes

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By Jeanne Benavidez
A friend brought this to a backyard party once and I really liked it. She ...
(19 ratings)
A platter of Rattlesnake Eggs with ranch dressing for dipping.

Rattlesnake Eggs

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By Dayna Chezem
These are like poppers if you have never had them and if you have had ...
(4 ratings)
A platter of Smoky Chicken Tacos.

Smoky Chicken Tacos/scoops

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By Echo Day
These started out as smoky chicken tacos, using leftovers from a rotisserie chicken, but ended ...
(9 ratings)
Three Texas Tamale Balls on a plate.

Texas Tamale Balls

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By Mary Lou Ivy
This is one of my husband's favorite appetizers. You can adjust the spices to suit ...
(3 ratings)
Slice of Hoagie Bake with marinara sauce on the side.

Hoagie Bake

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By Kathy Cromer
I serve this with our favorite pizza sauce for dipping!
(11 ratings)
A platter of Bacon-Wrapped Grilled Pineapple.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pineapple

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By Kitchen Crew
Grilling bacon-wrapped pineapple is a delicious marriage of sweet, smoky, and salty flavors. We've amped ...
(2 ratings)
Bowl of Chili Con Queso with tortilla chips.

Chili Con Queso

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By Sue Stone
Quick and easy cheese dip that is a family favorite. I often double the ...
(3 ratings)
Low Carb Low Fat Asian Lettuce Wraps With Dipping Sauce ready to serve.

Low Carb Low Fat Asian Lettuce Wraps With Dipping Sauce

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By Jennifer Van Dyke
This recipe is just like one I found in a low-carb cookbook. If you aren't ...
(4 ratings)
A platter of Crispy Sticky Oven Hot Wings.

Crispy Sticky Oven Hot Wings

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By Stephanie Rudy
My husband and kids love these wings. They are really good! I always double the ...
(14 ratings)
A bowl of Crab-Artichoke Dip with pita chips.

Crab-artichoke Dip

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By Nicole Darty
A co-worker brought an extra dish of this into the office a few months back ...
(13 ratings)
A platter of Miniature Meat Turnovers.

Miniature Meat Turnovers

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By Elaine Moretti
I've been making these appetizers for over 40 years and I have given the recipe ...
(3 ratings)
A bowl of Black-Eyed Peas Dip with crackers.

Black-eyed Peas Dip

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By Andy Rubini
This black-eyed peas dip is a family favorite. Great for game nights as well as ...
(5 ratings)
A platter of Crab Balls.

Crab Balls

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By Melissa Turner
These baked crab balls are fun and super easy to make. This recipe could be ...
(5 ratings)
A bowl of Caramel Coated Walnuts.

Caramel Coated Walnuts

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By Verlene Feijo( Pronounce-Fay-Joe)
Great appetizer or have on hand for treat or snacks. Everyone asks for the recipe.
(3 ratings)
A platter of Tamale Balls.

Tamale Balls

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By Stacey Lawson
Whenever we have a get together, I am asked to bring tamale balls. Here in ...
(21 ratings)
A bowl of Fresh Corn Salsa.

Fresh Corn Salsa

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By Mary Elsener
I enjoyed this recipe at a potluck and made a few changes. It is fresh ...
(3 ratings)
A platter of Jen's Deep Fried Cajun Okra.

Jen's Deep Fried Cajun Okra

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By Jennifer J
My family loves okra! Whether it is boiled, fried, or mixed in a dish, we ...
(3 ratings)
Crab Salad Cheese Ball on a plate with crackers.

Crab Salad Cheese Ball Or Spread

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By Judy Garcia
When I would make Open-Faced Crab Salad Sandwiches for my husband and son, I would ...
(3 ratings)
Hot Hero Sandwich on a plate with chips.

Hot Hero Sandwiches

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By Laura Yoder
These sandwiches are great when you're entertaining a crowd. They can be made ahead and ...
(4 ratings)
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