Appetizers and Snacks

Whether you opt for a spicy baked dip or prefer a cool and sweet blend, there's a delicious, dippable option here for you.

A delightfully different salsa for the true salsa lover, this bittersweet salsa is often found in Mexican cuisine as well as Persian.

The air fryer is the perfect tool for making appetizers. You get the crispy crunch of fried foods but without the mess.

You can make this avocado salad smooth or chunky depending on your tastes.

Delicious cinnamon rolls made with a soft, quick rising dough.

This tangy, creamy dip tastes just like Buffalo chicken wings. It's best served hot with crackers and celery sticks. Everyone loves the results!

These might only be half as tall as Tater Tots®, but personally I think they're twice as good! With just a handful of ingredients and no messy stovetop frying, get ready to enjoy these crispy, caramelized potato pancake poppers. Pipe sour cream on top and sprinkle with chives to serve, or arrange on a platter and serve alongside an amazing dip, like a garlicky pesto aioli. They also make for truly fantastic breakfast potatoes to serve with bacon and eggs.

These delicious mushrooms taste just like restaurant-style stuffed mushrooms and are my guy's absolute favorite.

You can't eat just one. Crunchy, sweet, salty, and AMAZING!

Here is an easy recipe for roasting fresh pumpkin seeds.

This dip is amazing -- so cheesy and fragrant. If you don't like artichokes, don't worry -- you'll never know they're in there! My only question is: Is it okay to just eat it with a spoon right out of the dish?

Better than the typical poppers.

This is my grandmother's cornbread recipe and it's the best - sweet and moist!

These potato cakes are great with any meal or as a snack. Simple and quick to make with only a few ingredients. Kids of ALL ages love 'em.

This is my dad's recipe. The entire family loves it! A flavorful spinach mixture fills a tasty bread bowl. Your family will love it, too.

These are a low calorie nutritious snack. Like potato chips, you cannot stop at just eating one. They are great for parties and a good conversation topic.

Here is my recipe for the perfect sushi rice. You can eat this alone or roll into your favorite sushi roll with ingredients of choice. I use strips of carrots, cucumbers and slices of avocado. You can adjust the amount of vinegar in this recipe to suit your taste.

This is a very creamy and yummy vanilla pumpkin dip that is served with graham crackers. I like the cinnamon graham crackers best, but you can decide for yourself.

These salmon patties are delicious for lunch or dinner.

These small, delicious sandwiches are perfect for any party. They are so good that even the pickiest of eaters will eat these.

These spring rolls are a refreshing change from the usual fried variety, and have become a family favorite. They are great as a cool summertime appetizer, and are delicious dipped in one or both of the sauces.

Easy, crispy, and delicious. I normally serve with a side of rice, chicken gravy, and a vegetable or salad.

A zesty venison jerky that you can make at home in your oven. If you have a food dehydrator, you can dry the jerky in it by following the manufacturer's instructions. You can also reuse the marinade for additional batches.

Serve with sliced baguettes or pita chips.