Our Best Labor Day Appetizers
Start off your Labor Day feast right with these crowd-pleasing appetizers, including creamy dips, finger foods, and other tasty snacks.
Tomato, Watermelon, and Feta Skewers with Mint and Lime
Tomato, Watermelon, and Feta Skewers with Mint and Lime Recipe
No time for skewers? Gently toss the ingredients in a salad bowl, or dice the tomato, watermelon, and cheese into small cubes to serve as a fresh relish for grilled meats.
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Slow-Cooker Beef Nachos
Slow-Cooker Beef Nachos Recipe
From the Kitchen of Julie Hutson, Callahan, Florida. "This is surprisingly yummy to have such simple ingredients."
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Grilled Pepper Poppers
Stuffed with garlic and herb cheese and topped with bacon, these bite-sized appetizers are sure to be a hit with guests.
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Rainbow Tomato Bruschetta
Rainbow Tomato Bruschetta Recipe
Notes: Linda Wisner of Portland, Oregon uses a mix of heirloom tomato varieties from her garden; heirlooms are available in many farmers' markets. Toast the baguette slices up to 1 day ahead; cool, wrap airtight, and store at room temperature. Prepare tomatoes up to 1 hour ahead; cover and let stand at room temperature.
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Grilled Watermelon Pizza
Grilled Watermelon Pizza Recipe
For a fruity and finger-friendly appetizer, grill watermelon wedges and top with pickled onions, blue chees, and pecans.Ā
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Grilled Okra
Prosciutto-Wrapped Grilled Okra Recipe
A sweet-tangy balsamic glaze makes this summertime appetizer irresistible. Using two skewers for the wrapped okra makes it easier to flip on the grill.
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Pulled Pork Barbecue Nachos
Pulled Pork Barbecue Nachos Recipe
Start off your Labor Day meal with fresh and colorful layered nachos made with our famous pulled pork.
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Crab Cake Hush Puppies
Serve these Crab Cake Hush Puppies with your favorite rƩmoulade or cocktail sauce for tasty appetizers. Hush puppies, a Southern classic made by deep-frying a cornmeal batter gets a seafood makeover. Served with a creamy, thick dipping sauce, these salty critters are a great option for a potluck meal or an appetizer that serves to impress. Freeze any leftovers and defrost up to 3 months later.
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How to Make Mini Caprese Bites
Learn how to make Mini Caprese Bites for a quick party appetizer that your company can't resist. Fresh tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella combine with tangy balsamic vinaigrette for a no-cook dish that comes together in just 20 minutes.
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Hawaiian Ham Sandwiches
Hawaiian Ham Sandwiches Recipe
With the perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors, these Hawaiian Ham Sandwiches are sure to be crowd-pleasers.
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Lemon-Caper Parmesan Potato Salad Bites
Lemon-Caper Parmesan Potato Salad Bites Recipe
Turn "jacket potatoes" into irresistible potato salad bites. Capers offer a twist on traditional relish; they're actually pickled flower buds and add bright, briny flavor to this appetizer.
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Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers
Melon, Mozzarella, and Prosciutto Skewers Recipe
Put out half of the skewers, and keep the remaining chilled until ready to serve. Everyone loves a good melon salad, so we took that idea and "skewer-ed" it. Salty cured ham meets creamy, fresh melon for the ultimate savory/sweet combination. With the addition of smooth mozzarella cheese, these skewers are texturally satisfying and not shy on flavor. Your guests will absolutley the easiness and accessibility of these skewers, and you'd be surprised at how impressed they'll be.
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Pigskins in a Blanket
Using puff pastry instead of crescent roll dough to wrap up the sausages adds a great deal of richness and flavor. And replacing the pig in this version of pigs in a blanket is fully-cooked chicken sausage.
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Colby-Pepper Jack Cheese Dip
Colby-Pepper Jack Cheese Dip Recipe
Prepare this hearty dip made with chicken, chipotle peppers, jalapenos and chili powder up to a day ahead; cover and chill in an airtight container, and bake just before serving.
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Bruschetta with Peach Salsa and Melted Brie
Bruschetta with Peach Salsa and Melted Brie Recipe
To make this fresh and fruity appetizer in advance, you can prepare and refrigerate the salsa up to a day ahead. Toast bread and assemble just before serving.
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Layered Spicy Black Bean Dip
Layered Spicy Black Bean Dip Recipe
Just layer cream cheese, black bean dip and shredded cheese and top with your choice of onions, olives and tomatoes to make this Mexican dip.
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Strawberry Bruschetta
Usher in the warm days of spring and summer with Strawberry Bruschetta. This refreshing mixture ofĀ nectarine, grape tomatoes, strawberries, and basil are served over baguette slices with slatherings of goat cheese.
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Bacon-Wrapped Potatoes with Queso Blanco Dip
Bacon-Wrapped Potatoes with Queso Blanco Dip Recipe
You can keep the queso blanco warm in a fondue pot or 1-qt. slow cooker. These are hearty, and would be a winner for a tailgate too.
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Cheesy Sausage Roll-Ups
Cheesy Sausage Roll-Ups Recipe
These southwestern-style roll-ups require just 5 ingredients.Ā
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Mini Corn Dogs with Cranberry Mustard
Mini Corn Dogs with Cranberry Mustard Recipe
These cute corndogs will please adults and kids alike.
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Hot Crab Dip
Combine fresh crabmeat with cream cheese, sour cream, and Cheddar cheese for a rich and creamy seafood dip.For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and light sour cream.
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Grilled Stuffed JalapeƱos
Grilled Stuffed JalapeƱos Recipe
The rich and creamy combination of bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar nicely contrasts the muted spice of grilled jalapeƱo peppers. This appetizer recipe is a healthy, fresh alternative to the popular breaded and fried version.
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Buffalo Chicken Dip
This easy buffalo chicken dip is addictively delicious, and youāll never bring it to a party without getting rave reviews. Our buffalo chicken dip recipe delivers bold, three-cheese flavors and a kick of spice from the hot sauce. The creamy, tangy dip is the perfect crowd-friendly comfort food to make as temperatures drop. Serve this 5-ingredient dip with crackers and celery, and keep this appetizer in your collection ofĀ easy tailgating or dinner partyĀ favorites.
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How to Make Baked Pita Chips
These crispy chips will complete any appetizer dip. Double or triple the recipe to serve a large crowd or pack extras for lunchboxes.
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Caramelized Tomato Bruschetta
Caramelized Tomato Bruschetta Recipe
To prepare this appetizer, top grilled baguette slices with caramelized tomatoes, ricotta, and basil.
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How to Make Simple Guacamole
Two perfectly ripe avocados and a small handful of simple seasonings are all it takes to make the best guacamole you've ever tasted.
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Anne's Hot Sausage Dip
This sausage cream cheese dip may be simple, but itās not messing aroundāitās easy, fast, and delicious, and one of the best dip recipes on our website.Ā This cheesey sausage dip is the perfect party dip recipeĀ and makes a fantastic appetizer to set out before a holiday feast. Serve with a substantial corn chip to ensure perfect scoops everytime.
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How to Make Spinach-and-Artichoke Dip
This crowd-pleasing appetizer is rich and creamy without excess fat and calories. Assemble up to two days ahead, and bake just before serving.
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Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Chipotle Dip
Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Chipotle Dip Recipe
Fire up the coals for Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Chipotle Dip. Chipotle peppers give this dip its zip.