Arancini

 

Photo source:  Food Network Magazine

"If you’ve got arborio rice in your cupboard (a short-grain variety that cooks up nice and creamy) then you’re in luck. It’s the perfect choice for these cheesy, breaded-and-fried rice balls."  Comment from Food Network Magazine

I've never made Arancini, but have wanted to make them to use as appetizers for a party.  They look delicious, but I wonder if the arborio rice is easy to find and if long grain rice would work just as well.  I'm thinking rice is rice?  But I could be wrong.

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Brussels Sprouts-in-a-Blanket

 

Photo source:  Food Network

"The best part of this twist on pigs-in-a-blanket isn't the roasted Brussels sprouts, buttery puff pastry or even the pleasantly salty prosciutto: it's the Parmesan cheese that is cleverly pressed into the dough while rolling and then sprinkled on top before baking. There's umami goodness throughout and toasty cheesiness all around."  Comment from Food Network

This recipe is genius!  They are the perfect appetizer and I can image a plate of them at the buffet table disappearing fast.  I would love to have them for snacks.  The brussels sprouts wrapped in buttery puff pastry sounds amazing!

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Cheesy Bacon-Tater Tot Pie

 

Photo source:  Food Network Magazine

"This fun dish is cheesy, crispy and meaty, so it’s great for a game day or a tailgate party. Ready in less than an hour, it’s packed with fun ingredients like frozen tater tots, bacon, cheddar cheese and sour cream. Sriracha adds the perfect amount of spice, while fresh chives make a bright and herbal topping."  Comment from the Food Network Magazine

The more cheese the better!!  This recipe sounds delicious and easy.

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Air Fryer Chicken Wings

 

Photo source:  Life Love and Good Food

"What I absolutely love about air fryer fried chicken wings is that there’s no messy breading stations, no vats of oil, and no babysitting the stove like there is with deep frying.

Just a quick toss with pantry spices, a little baking powder for extra crispiness, and the air fryer does the heavy lifting! The result is crispy skin, juicy meat, and a flavor that stands up all on its own, even before you add sauce!"  Comment from Life Love and Good Food

Delicious and easy air fryer chicken wings are perfect for a party.  Air fryer recipes are so much faster and my new alternative to the stove.

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Super Crispy Smashed Potatoes

 

Photo source:  Southern Living

"Technically a side dish, these smashed potatoes will get snapped up if you serve them at a party. You can leave keep it simple and season with salt and pepper, or add a sprinkle of herbs. If you want to go all out, add a drizzle of sauce and a sprinkle of cheese."  Comment from Southern Living

WOW looks like a chunky potato chip.  Just give me the whole plate and I will have it as a meal.  A definite winner!

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Fried Mashed Potato Balls

 

Photo source:  Southern Living

"If you love mashed potatoes at dinnertime, just wait until you see them transformed into a poppable appetizer. Full of Cheddar cheese, bacon, and chives, these crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside balls will delight everyone who eats them."  Comment from Southern Living

Another use for leftover mashed potatoes!  Love to find these kind of recipes.  Excellent appetizer.

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Ham Puffs

 

Photo source:  Food Lovin Family

"My ham puffs are a tasty little bite that’s perfect for just about any occasion. Easy to make and full of flavor, they are a great finger food for parties, brunch, and holidays. A simple recipe that can be made in about 30 minutes."  Comment from Food Lovin Family

Those cute little ham puffs are the perfect appetizer and the recipe sounds delicious.

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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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