If you love all the little bites on an antipasto platter, this pasta salad brings them together in one big bowl. Salami, pepperoni, two kinds of cheese, olives, pepperoncini, artichokes and roasted red peppers are tossed with rotini and a simple homemade Italian dressing. It’s colorful, flavorful and easy to make ahead, which makes it…
Category: appetizers
5 Cozy Fall Drink + Appetizer Pairings
There’s just something about fall that makes staying in feel a little more special. A cozy drink, something warm to snack on and maybe a candle burning in the background is pretty much my idea of the perfect fall evening. These five fall drink and appetizer pairings are easy enough for a quiet night at…
Currant Jelly Little Smokies
Some of the best party recipes are the ones that have been around forever, and these Currant Jelly Little Smokies are one of those recipes. They’re sweet, tangy, a little sticky and ridiculously easy to make with just four ingredients. The combination of red currant jelly, yellow mustard and brown sugar creates a rich, glossy…
Bang Bang Cauliflower
Crispy roasted cauliflower tossed in a creamy, sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce makes the perfect appetizer, side dish, or meatless dinner. It’s incredibly easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and comes together in about 35 minutes. Every bite is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in irresistible flavor! Prep Time: 10…
Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
Prep Time: 10 minutesChill Time: 30 minutesServings: 8 Ingredients Instructions Optional Add-Ins Serve With http://www.texasgirlcooks.com
Restaurant-Style Guacamole
Prep Time: 10 minutesServings: 6–8 Ingredients Instructions Tip: For the freshest flavor and brightest color, use ripe avocados and freshly squeezed lime juice. If making ahead, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole to help prevent browning. http://www.texasgirlcooks.com
Copycat Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeño Dip
Creamy, tangy, and packed with fresh jalapeño flavor, this Copycat Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeño Dip is incredibly easy to make at home with just a handful of ingredients and a blender. It’s the perfect dip for tortilla chips, tacos, fajitas, or fresh veggies and tastes just like the restaurant favorite. Save this easy appetizer recipe for…
Loaded Sheet Pan Beef Nachos
Servings: 6-8Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 12-15 minutes Ingredients Optional Toppings Instructions Texas Girl Tip 🤠 Instead of spreading the refried beans, drop them in small spoonfuls all over the nachos. Every bite gets creamy beans without making the chips soggy.
Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels
These Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels are everything you love about classic jalapeño poppers rolled into an easy make-ahead party appetizer! Loaded with crispy bacon, cheddar, Monterey Jack, fresh jalapeños, and a creamy filling, they’re perfect for game day, BBQS, potlucks, holidays, and summer entertaining. One bite and everyone will be asking for the recipe! Prep Time: 20…
Hot Honey Whipped Feta Dip
Prep Time: 10 minutesChill Time: 15 minutes (optional)Servings: 8–10 Ingredients For Serving Instructions Add the feta, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, black pepper, and oregano to a food processor. Blend for 2–3 minutes until the mixture is silky smooth and fluffy, scraping down the sides as needed. Transfer the whipped feta to a shallow…
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