Hot appetizers are the perfect way to kick off any meal or gathering! Whether you're looking for something simple to snack on or something more complex to impress your guests, these hot appetizer recipes have got you covered. From cheesy dips and savory bites to fried favorites and more, these easy-to-follow recipes are sure to become new go-to favorites for any occasion. Get creative in the kitchen and explore the endless possibilities of finger foods with these delicious and flavorful hot appetizer recipes.
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A popular item at Tapas Bars all over Spain - and at a tapas bar near you, too! Make sure you use Spanish (hard)...
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Grilled Chorizo Kabobs – Pinchos Morunos
recipe by: Linky on 26th Jul 2020
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
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Few tapas taste more Spanish than champiñones al ajillo (ajillo mushrooms), dripping with olive oil, garlic and dry...
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Champinones al ajillo (Ajillo mushrooms)
recipe by: lazyme on 5th Aug 2020
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Minutes
Enjoy a classic Spanish tapas dish of Gambas a la Plancha - grilled shrimp with olive oil, lemon juice, and sea salt....
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Gambas a la Plancha
recipe by: lazyme on 5th Aug 2020
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
A simple tapas. This recipe won a Grand Prize in the Southern Living 2000 Holiday Recipe Contest.
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Two-Tomato Tapas
recipe by: lazyme on 5th Aug 2020
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Minutes
The Basque Country is located in the very north of Spain, bordering with France. It is well-known internationally for...
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Clams In Garlic Green Sauce
recipe by: lazyme on 5th Aug 2020
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Tapas are Spain's greatest food invention. "Eat when you drink, drink when you eat" is the philosophy. This is a...
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Bread With Mushrooms & Alioli
recipe by: lazyme on 6th Aug 2020
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
From our weekday newspaper The West Australian.
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'Garlic Bread' Sausage Rolls
recipe by: ImPat on 4th Sep 2020
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
I've made these little appetizers for gatherings for years now. They're easy and good.
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Mini Sausage Reubens
recipe by: lazyme on 14th Sep 2020
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
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These are really good quesadillas with gouda, caramelized onions, and prosciutto. They can be assembled ahead of time,...
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Smoked Gouda & Caramelized Onion Quesadillas
recipe by: lazyme on 14th Sep 2020
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
Plan on some good crusty bread to soak up the juices. Makes 6 first course servings or you can serve over pasta for an...
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Steamed Clams With Spicy Sausage & Tomatoes
recipe by: lazyme on 14th Sep 2020
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Great clam dish. Make sure that you have lots of French bread to soak up the juices.
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Steamed Clams In Wine & Chorizo
recipe by: lazyme on 15th Sep 2020
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
These are always a hit at my house. And the best part........they can be prepared one day in advance.
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Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms
recipe by: lazyme on 16th Sep 2020
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
From our weekday newspaper The West Australian. NOTE refrigeration time of 1 hour not included in times. If you...
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Chao Tze (Traditional Chinese Dumplings)
recipe by: ImPat on 12th Oct 2020
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
From our weekday newspaper The West Australian.
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Baked Brie Sunshine Tart
recipe by: ImPat on 1st Jan 2021
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Delicious fried prawn cakes made with minced prawns, garlic, spring onions, salt, flour, sherry and olive oil. A perfect...
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Fried Prawn Cakes
recipe by: ImPat on 1st Jan 2021
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 2-4 Minutes
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This dip is quick and easy to prepare along with it being gluten free and you can make it ahead of time...this is out of...
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Warm Pizza Dip
recipe by: TeresaS on 14th Mar 2021
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
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Fried Pickles
recipe by: WhatamIgonnae... on 1st Apr 2021
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Marinading the scallops gives the scallops a wonderful flavor. Skewers are needed for this recipe and will need to be...
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Grilled Marinated Scallops
recipe by: Tisme on 3rd Apr 2021
Prep Time: 1 1/2 Hours
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
An adaption of a recipe I saw on a cooking show. Times are estimated. I have made a 1/3 of a recipe (6 wings) which...
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Peppered Chicken Wings 5-Ingredients
recipe by: ImPat on 27th Apr 2021
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes
This uses canned lentils. This can also be served as a main course with only two servings.
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Potato & Lentil Salad
recipe by: WhatamIgonnae... on 15th May 2021
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
From Hidden Valley, these make tasty appetizers that kids of all ages enjoy. They were really good with a Mexican...
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Fiesta Ranch Potatoes With Creamy Chile Dip
recipe by: lazyme on 22nd May 2021
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes
Originally how the first lady's recipe written wife of president Woodrow Wilson Small raw oysters Bacon Tartar...
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Mrs. Wilson's Angels on Horseback
recipe by: dienia b on 29th Oct 2021
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
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Dave Lapham is a former offensive lineman for the Cincinnati Bengals. He loves this dip, based on Cincinnati's...
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Dave Lapham's Cincinnati Chili Dip
recipe by: Linky on 7th Nov 2021
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Mini sandwiches for game days
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Rye Bread Snack Rounds
recipe by: dienia b on 28th Mar 2022
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Recipe source: Teatime in Ireland. Serve with Plum and Chill jam
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Ham Hock Fritters
recipe by: ellie on 17th Apr 2022
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 3 Hours
My hairdresser mentioned these to me and said they were wonderful, and this is a way to cook them in an air fryer. She...
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Bacon-Wrapped Dates
recipe by: ellie on 17th May 2022
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
Sardinia recalls unspoiled and wild beaches, crystal clear water and heavenly atmosphere. But good gastronomic...
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Seadas, The Sardinian Sweet Pastries
recipe by: pizzacappucci... on 20th May 2022
Prep Time: 60 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
This uses the outside leaves of Brussels sprouts.
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Awesome Brussels Sprouts Chips
recipe by: WhatamIgonnae... on 4th Jun 2022
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes