Thanksgiving Appetizers and Snacks Recipes

From EatingWell

The entire beet plant - roots, stems and greens - can be used in this stunning appetizer. The beets are roasted then pureed with goat cheese for a creamy ruby-red spread. The greens and stems are sauteed with olive oil and garlic for the topping.

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From Better Homes and Gardens

A goat cheese filling in a melba-toast crust topped with a homemade marmalade is an elegant appetizer for a first course or as part of a cocktail party buffet.

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From Taste of the South

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From Better Homes and Gardens

Grilled fruit and sweet onions add a new twist to this classic appetizer dip. Serve with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables.

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From Family Circle

When you have overnight guests, treat them to a basket of warm lemony scones dotted with blueberries. They're easy to make for an early breakfast and taste great with coffee or tea.

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From Midwest Living

Cheese and fruit preserves combine for this appetizer spread that blends salty and sweet flavors.

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From Taste of the South

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From Fine Cooking Magazine

This new take on bean dip is equally good served cold or at room temperature.

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From Taste of the South

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From EatingWell

You can make your own tasty pita chips in a matter of minutes. Just cut pita bread into wedges (stale pitas work very well), brush them with a little olive oil and bake. Not only do homemade pita chips save you money, you'll also cut calories by 16 percent.

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From Fine Cooking Magazine

My sous chef Michelle Giroux developed this delicious dish as a vegetarian entree for our menu, but it would also make an elegant Thanksgiving starter. We make our own pasta dough, but wonton wrappers (or "pasta wraps"), found in the grocery produce section, give excellent results and are quick and easy to work with.

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From EatingWell

We love the maple-nut flavor combination of this heart-healthy granola, but feel free to substitute your favorite nuts or dried fruit for your own custom blend.

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From Taste of the South

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From EatingWell

Pureed winter squash, honey and sugar give this tea bread a round, rich sweetness. It's terrific warm with a little pat of butter for breakfast, snack or even dessert and of course afternoon tea, if you're so inclined.

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From Better Homes and Gardens

Try this great make-ahead appetizer recipe that can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance. Before the party starts, just set this creamy dip on the table with fresh vegetables.

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From Better Homes and Gardens

A specialty of Nice, in southern France, Pissaladiere (pee-sah-lah-DYEHR) is an appetizer tart of caramelized onions, olives, seasonings, and anchovies.

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From Better Homes and Gardens

Use purchased piecrust to create the charming appearance of rustic, country French tarts. Oven-roasted zucchini, mushrooms, and onion provide a trio of delightful flavors.

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From Better Homes and Gardens

The original spicy dip recipe, from 1978, was spooned in green peppers and served with tortilla chips. This up-to-date version calls for colorful, vitamin-loaded pepper cups and assorted dippers of vegetables, breadsticks, and crackers.

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From Fitness

Goat cheese and whole grain crackers make a healthy and quick snack. It's also a quick and sophisticated appetizer for parties.

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From The Food Channel

What could be better than homemade hot-from-the-oven caramel corn? Chocolate covered caramel corn! This delicious recipe includes all the steps to make both variations.

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From Family Circle

Sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil impart the taste of the Mediterranean to a homemade ranch-style appetizer dip.

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From Fine Cooking Magazine

In this Indian-inspired condiment, the richness of the dates gets a lift from the freshness of the mint. It's great with roast meats, and it also makes a simple spread for crostini paired with blue cheese.

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From Better Homes and Gardens

Appetizer-size meatballs and tortellini on skewers are an Italian-style appetizers. Serve with pizza sauce for dipping.

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From Better Homes and Gardens

These crunchy nibbles are loaded with a seedy trio: cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and caraway seeds. The crisps make tasty appetizer dippers.

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