Sausage Biscuit Pinwheels (With Canned Biscuits)

 

Photo source:  Plain Chicken

"These Sausage Biscuit Pinwheels are a staple at our house. We’ve been making these for years! They are effortless to make and taste fantastic! There are only two ingredients in this recipe – sausage and canned biscuits. SO simple yet SO delicious! People go crazy over these things whenever I take them to a party. I usually double the recipe and never have any leftovers. You must give these a try ASAP!"  Comment from Plain Chicken

Fast, easy and delicious pinwheels! Love another semi-homemade recipe made with canned biscuits.

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Crispy Air Fryer Egg Rolls

 

Photo source:  The Recipe Critic

"Egg Roll lovers, this Air Fryer Egg Roll Recipe is for you! Crispy, crunchy outside, tender filling inside, without the extra fat of frying or drying out from oven cooking. These are what you have been waiting for!"  Comment from The Recipe Critic

Egg rolls are one of my favorites and I am so happy to have a recipe that I can prepare in my air fryer instead of deep frying.  Looks like a winner!  Great choice as appetizers for parties.

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Crab Rangoon

 

Photo source:  The Spruce Eats

"This beloved appetizer is found on menus at many Asian restaurants, but you can easily recreate them at home. With just a package of wonton wrappers, some crab meat, and cream cheese, you'll be folding up these savory snacks in no time — almost as quickly they'll disappear from the party table."  Comment from The Spruce Eats

Love crab rangoons, but never made them.  That will be changing soon!

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Classic Beef Empanadas

 

Photo source:  Recipe Girl

"An empanada is a Spanish and Portuguese stuffed bread or pastry. The name comes from the verb empanar, meaning to wrap or coat in bread. Empanada is made by folding a dough or bread patty around the stuffing. In Argentina, empanadas are often served at parties as a starter or main course."  Comment from Recipe Girl

Empanadas take me back to my childhood.  They are very popular in my part of the world.  They are made with all kinds of fillings, so it is a very versatile appetizer or snack.  I love the ones with crab filling.

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Australian Sausage Rolls

 

Photo source:  Favorite Family Recipes

"Sausage rolls are one of the most popular snacks in Australia and Europe, and we know why! They are an elevated version of the American “pigs in a blanket.” These puff pastry sausage rolls have a mix of savory flavors and textures that are filling and delicious. You can buy them at bakeries, grocery stores, and food stands when traveling in these countries, but with this easy recipe – you can make them anytime at home."  Comment from Favorite Family Recipes

Why have I never heard of these savory treats?  I must try them!

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Sausage Cheese Puffs

Photo source:  Taste of Home

"If you’ve ever wanted an excuse to eat sausage and cheese in one bite-sized, delicious puff of glory, this is it. These sausage cheese puffs are like the love child of your favorite breakfast sandwich and that cheesy biscuit you can’t resist at restaurants. They’re crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and packed with savory sausage and sharp cheddar. Plus, they’re the perfect finger food, which means less time with a fork and more time savoring every bite."  Comment from Taste of Home

I have to agree that these appear to be the perfect appetizer.  Can't wait to try them!

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Potato Croquettes

 

Photo source:  Jo Cooks

"These are what I make when I’ve got leftover mashed potatoes (or an excuse to make mashed potatoes just to fry them). They’re loaded with bacon, stuffed with cheddar and provolone, and fried to golden perfection. Crispy shell, gooey middle, the kind of snack that disappears before you’ve even sat down. And yes, I’ve absolutely eaten them cold straight from the fridge."  Comment from Jo Cooks

Love this recipe!  Not only does it use leftovers, but I love all the ingredients and they sound delicious.

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Ham-and-Cheese Croquettes

 

Photo source:  The Food Network

These croquettes remind me of a tuna fish croquette that my nana made that were delicious.  Wish I had the recipe.  

Ham and cheese croquettes look like a delicious choice for appetizers or a snack.  Substitute the ham with chicken or pork for a variety of croquettes.  Love the possibilities.

Use your ham leftovers for this recipes.

The recipe doesn't specify adding the ham and cheese, but I assume it is after the dough is cut.

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Buffalo Chicken Cheese Balls

 

Photo source:  The Food Network

"Rotisserie chicken and sharp cheddar cheese are the key ingredients in this irresistible fried snack. A blue cheese and mayo dip spiked with hot sauce goes on the side."  Comment from The Food Network

These cheese balls would make an excellent appetizer that is something new and different.

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Deviled Egg Dip

 

Photo source:  Better Homes and Gardens

"If you love deviled eggs but not all the work it take to make a platter of them, this is the recipe for you. Deviled egg dip has all the flavors you love from the classic Easter dish but with so much less work. Here's how to make deviled egg dip including our Test Kitchen's favorite way to serve it."  Comment from Better Homes and Gardens

Here's How to Make Perfect Deviled Eggs

Love this idea!  Deviled eggs is one of my favorite appetizers and making a dip version will be awesome as a snack with some crackers.

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Garlic Butter Mushrooms

Photo source:  All Recipes

"These roasted mushrooms are perfect if you're hoping to transform bland mushrooms into a flavorful side dish! My favorite way to serve these is with a juicy grilled ribeye. You can use any oven-proof skillet or dish; use a size that's just big enough to fit all the mushrooms."  Comment from All Recipes

Stuffed mushrooms are one of my favorite appetizers and these look delicious.  I would have to find a way to add crab!

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Cheesy Country Ham Grit Balls

 

Photo source:  Kardea Brown of the Food Network

"When I want to turn a Southern staple into a little bite of pure joy, I make my Cheesy Country Ham Grit Balls. They’re crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and full of that salty ham flavor we all love."  Comment from Kardea Brown of The Food Network

What a great way to use leftover grits and ham.  Why didn't I think of that?

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Healthy Appetizer Recipes

 

Photo source:  The Food Network

"Entertain the smart way with these healthy appetizer recipes from Food Network."  Comment from The Food Network

Many of us are changing our lifestyle by considering replacing bad choices with good ones.  For me, it has been replacing sugar with stevia, zero sugar and lower fat or no fat products for the less healthy choices.  It is making small changes instead of looking at it as a "diet" since it should be seen as a lifestyle change.  At least that is how I see it.  The article will give you ideas for healthier alternatives as a guideline.

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Italian Potato Croquettes

 

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"They’re wonderful stuffed with cheese, ham, prosciutto, or even anchovy fillets but experiment and stuff with whatever you’d like!"  Comment from Jim of Sip and Feast

Potato lovers!  You will love to serve these tasty appetizers at your next gathering.  They are delicious!

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Grandma Dot's Stuffing Balls

 

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"Stuffing balls are exactly what they sound like — balls of stuffing! This recipe is a great option for people looking for a bite-sized appetizer or side dish that has all the traditional Thanksgiving flavor (with a fun twist)."  Comment from All Recipes

What an awesome idea!  Stuffing is one of my favorites and I never thought of making them into balls for an appetizer or snacking.  An idea is to use leftover stuffing.  Gotta try it!

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Slow-Cooker Crab Rangoon Dip

 

Photo source:  The Food Network

"This slow-cooker recipe transforms your favorite classic appetizer into a warm, communal dip that’s perfect for any gathering. Simply combine the ingredients and let the slow cooker do the rest. The rich, irresistible dip is great for scooping with crispy wonton chips, crackers or your favorite veggies."  Comment from The Food Network Kitchen

Slow cooker meals used for parties are good since you can keep the item warm in the cooker as the serving bowl.  Love crab rangoon, so this dip should be awesome.

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Potato Puffs

 

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"These comforting Potato Puffs make a convenient appetizer in a pinch. They come together with the help of pantry staples, like whole milk, flour, vegetable oil and butter."  Comment from Food Network Kitchen

Seriously, forget dinner, I would love to have these as a meal.  Potatoes are one of my favorite foods and I am always happy to find a new potato recipe.  These would be great appetizers for a party.

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Cheesy Crab Poppers

Photo source:  Host The Toast

"I made these Cheesy Crab Poppers on a whim a few days ago because they are really quite easy. That being said, after I took one bite of a crabby, cheesy, cornbread-y ball, I knew I had to get into the spirit of Christmas and give the gift of tastiness to all of my friends immediately." - comment about the poppers from Morgan of Host The Toast.

There are a few things I would change in this recipe aside from adding some hot peppers or hot sauce.  I would sauté the vegetables first since I hate biting into crunchy raw vegetables in this type of appetizer.

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This one is a winner!

No-Bake Peanut Butter Pretzel

 

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Perfect appetizers for a party or just for snacking.  Sounds delicious, crunchy and awesome.  Would be a good homemade gift for the holidays.  Pack them up for those times you need a little gift.

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Hawaiian Sliders

Photo source:  Everyday Cheapskate

My recipe was originally posted in December 2013 and I thought it is worth updating.

It has been years since I have made these delicious sliders.  See my following comments for our suggested changes.  We never made them again, so I don't know if the changes would make them better.

I found this recipe at one of my favorite websites, Everyday Cheapsake and she has the exact same recipe.  Mary's page includes her instructions and comments from other readers.  I suggest reading my comments and compare to her page.  You may not want to make my suggested changes, the choice is yours!  Click here to go to Mary's page.

These little sliders are awesome!  We got to try them at a party and honestly, I could not get enough, but didn't want to make a pig of myself when there were so many other things to eat.  They went fast anyway!  Guess you could say they were the star of the show.

 The ones we had were overstuffed with ham and cheese (maybe double of what the recipe calls for), which made them even better, but the topping is what makes it so special with a blend of delicious tangy sweetness.  The crunchiness resulting from the sauce baked on the bread was also very nice. Outstanding!

I would love to make some with smoked turkey and swiss cheese too.  

Not only did they make the perfect appetizer, they would be great for a quick lunch with some chips.

Awesome discovery!

UPDATE:  We have made these sliders twice and propose the following changes:  No onion.  Cut the sauce recipe in half.  For some reason, our sliders did not come out crispy, but somewhat soggy.  We added 10 minutes to the baking time in the oven uncovered . . . it still wasn't enough time to make them crunchy enough for our taste.  Next time we will bake them 20 minutes covered and 15 minutes uncovered.

We love this recipe and will continue to tweak it until they are perfect for our taste.  I must say that the sauce is awesome, like a sweet barbeque sauce, and would be great with some shredded chicken in place of ham and cheese.

I really can't say where this recipe originated since it has been posted all over the place.  It is like, what came first, the chicken or the egg?

Ingredients

• 1 package Original Hawaiian 12-pack dinner rolls 
• 1 small sweet white onion, minced or grated 
• ½ cup (1 stick) butter 
• 3 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard 
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 
• 3 teaspoons poppy seeds 
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar 
• 1 package deli sandwich ham, cut into 12 small squares 
• 6 slices Swiss cheese, each cut in half 

Instructions

Melt butter in a small skillet over medium high heat. Add onion, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds and brown sugar. Allow to sauté for a few minutes, until onions are translucent and tender. Remove from the stove. 

Cut the rolls in half horizontally, removing the tops and placing the bottoms on a foil-lined baking sheet. Place a spoonful of sauce on each roll, followed by a slice of ham and piece of cheese. Place a roll top on each. 

Move the sliders closely together. Slowly pour the remaining sauce right over the tops of these small beauties. 

Cover with aluminum foil and allow to sit for 10 minutes. Bake at 350F or place on an outdoor grill over low heat, for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Uncover and bake for another two minutes until the tops are slightly browned and crisp. Serve immediately.