Prep Time: 10 minutes
Makes: 10 (1/4 cup) servings

Recipe Source: Registered dietitian Jodie Shield/Hidden Valley

 A cheesy, artichoke spread with a little zing! Love this recipe.

Eggplant Dip also spelled Baba Ghanoush

Makes: 24 appetizers
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

You can't have a SuperBowl Party without these little grape flavored treats!

Having company?  This is a very fast simple recipe for a healthy appetizer.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Chill time: 30 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Serving size: 1 tortilla roll-up

Recipe Source: Our friends at California Walnuts

Maple Deglazed Scallops and Butternut Squash Puree

By Chef Patricio Sandoval, Mercadito Restaurants - Miami

Russian Caviar Spread.  Serve on thin sliced bread or crackers.

Easy cheese ring recipe made with sharp cheddar and pecans with a little spice thrown in.

Middle Eastern Favorite.

Very simple herb and wine broth for little neck clams.  Add some garlic and wow. I serve this with a hard crusty bread to dip in the broth.

Easy to make festive coconut shrimp

Easy stuffed mushroom appetizer.  Crab and cheese stuffed mushrooms.

Crockpot Buffalo Wings are a Superbowl Sunday must. Very easy to make.

Serve with vegetables or chips.

Use duck breast in place of the chicken livers. Submitted by Mack Tennes, Virginia

Fresh diced tomatoes, garlic and fresh basil are tossed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Close you eyes, think of Italy.

Figs stuffed with goat cheese and wrapped in prosciutto.

Five Star Meals From Your Kitchen

Squid done just right.

For a great Calamari Sauce click here.

This is a great dip to serve with fresh vegetables. Even pickle spears taste great with this dip.

A Bobby Flay Recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Stand Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
6 servings

Total preparation and cooking time: 35 to 40 minutes

Marinating time: 15 minutes to 2 hours

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Recipe Source: Registered dietitian Jodie Shield

"No need to pass on fabulous dips to maintain your diet," said Shield. "Thanks to the protein and fiber in chickpeas, hummus is light, yet heart-healthy enough to satisfy hungry sports fans. Try this easy recipe for happy game day guests."

Why buy hummus when it is so easy to make. This is the basic recipe but be creative.  Add jarred roasted red peppers that have been rinsed and dried or omit the cumin and add paprika (I like the smoked paprika).  Another version is add a little more lemon juice, omit the cumin and add jarred artichokes. The possibilites are endless.

Lollipops - the rack is cut into individual chops and trimmed of all fat for an appetizer that is simple to make, impressive to present, and easy to eat right off the bones.

By Gabe Thompson, Executive Chef Anfora, L'Artusi, dell'Anima - New York City

If you don't count peeling the shrimp, this is a really nice and easy recipe.

Makes 30 servings, 2 skewers each
Prep: 35 minutes
Cooking: 15 minutes

Mini Salmon Cake Appetizers Recipe.

You can use Mussels Provencal as an appetizer or main dish.  Have some crusty bread on hand to dip in the sauce. Serve over pasta for a main dish pasta meal.

Celebrate this holiday season in style with a unique take on a classic appetizer. These savory oysters feature California walnuts and sambuca liqueur.

Recipe Source: California Walnuts

Pimento Cheese has been called "Southern Caviar". The simple blend of cheese, mayonnaise and pimentos make for the quintessential southern comfort food.  Pimento cheese sandwiches are a signature item at the Masters Golf Tournament. Pimento Cheese does not traditionally have parmesan cheese but it makes for a nice flavor.

The are so many ways to make Pimento Cheese but this is a tried and true favorite. This is NOT the pimento cheese you find pre-packaged in the grocery store. Serve with crackers, celery, or as a sandwich.

These pizza appetizers are always a hit at any party.  Serve them with ranch dressing or marinara sauce for dipping.

Recipe generously provided by California Walnuts

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Makes: 6 servings

A textured spread of smooth goat cheese, parsley and California walnuts is paired perfectly with asparagus and red peppers, then carefully wrapped in prosciutto. A festive take on Japanese sushi, these bite-sized walnut sushi rolls wrapped in prosciutto are sure to impress your guests.

Easy Summer Entertaining.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: about 5 minutes

Pairs with Mirassou California Chardonnay

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Makes 60 (2-tablespoon) servings

Recipe Source: Zatarain's

Cook: 20 minutes

Smoked or Polish Sausage Appetizer recipe featuring the recipes for 5 different types of dipping sauces.

These stylish hors d’oeuvres, infused with the crunchy goodness of California walnuts, are best made a day ahead to allow the cheesecake to chill before cutting into squares.  Top with your favorite ingredients to provide guests a variety of tastes and colors during the holiday season.

For more recipes ideas using Old Bay Seasoning read: Spice Up Summer Favorites.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

My mom used to make this great shrimp dip for me and my friends. It's quick and easy. Now I make it for my kids and their friends.

Smoked Salmon Mousse with Walnut Salsa Verde bites are perfect for entertaining and will make your guests’ palates tingle. A teaspoon of the walnut salsa verde adds a hit of tanginess to the rich flavours and creamy texture of the smoked salmon mousse.

Makes 20 servings (2 tablespoons each)
Prep: 5 minutes
Refrigerate: 2 hours

Makes: 4 cups
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Recipe Source: Tabasco

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Total Time to Serve: 1 hour

Recipe Source: LaDainian Tomlinson of the New York Jets.

Spooky Crackers for your goulish Halloween gathering.

Recipe for Cork's delicious Steamed Mussels. Cork Neighborhood Bistro is a hidden gem in the village of Old North Charleston.

Poached pears combined with creamy Stilton cheese create a flavorful, mouth-watering addition to your holiday buffet.

Very easy stuffed mushrooms

A cheesy flavor explosion, great for sporting event parties, or just as a treat for the Family!

Since sweet potatoes are available all year long, consider adding this sausage ball recipe as a great meat and veggie addition to dinners served both in winter and summer:

A simple appetizer of jumbo prawns wrapped in a walnut coating, married with a sweet and savoury sauce, will delight seafood lovers.

Mix a savory treat into your holiday baking assortment this year with these Walnut Lamb Empanadas. Take a traditional Latin American pastry and fill it with a combination of lamb, robust spices and walnuts. These will make for an impressive appetizer and a welcome addition to your dinner party.

Perfect for those who crave something savory, this iron-rich walnut spinach dip made with low-fat yogurt, crumbled walnuts and chopped spinach will conquer your craving. Serve with fresh cut vegetables and whole grain crackers for a filling afternoon snack.

Celebrate the new Harry Potter movie with crunchy golden puff-pastry wands.

With hints of crunchy walnuts, parmesan and olives, these wands taste magical and are sure to be enjoyed by sorcerers and humans alike.

The perfect brunch recipe.

Recipe Source: Executive Chef Marc Collins - Circa 1886