Buffalo Bites
“Low-carb cauliflower Buffalo bites cook up fast in the air fryer, making them an easy snack or side dish. I serve them with a flavourful dip made with cottage cheese that’s packed with protein compared to most dips. My teenagers happily eat their veggies with this recipe.” —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
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Effortless Guacamole
Here’s one delicious, extra-easy classic you’ll turn to again and again. “I’ve been making this recipe since I started cooking, and that was a long time ago.” —DeAnn Lokvam, Tijeras, New Mexico
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Waffle-Iron Pizzas
“These little pizza pockets are a fun mashup using the waffle iron. Try your favourite toppings or even breakfast fillings like ham and eggs on this waffle pizza.” —Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North Dakota
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Chicken Corn Fritters
“I’ve always loved corn fritters, but they weren’t satisfying as a main dish. I came up with this recipe and was thrilled when my husband and our three young boys gave it rave reviews. The chicken and zesty sauce make these a wonderful brunch or lunch entree.” —Marie Greene, Scottsbluff, Nebraska
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Eggplant Fries
“My kids love this snack—and I like that it’s healthy. Coated with Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese and garlic salt, these veggie sticks are broiled, not fried, so there’s no guilt when you crunch into them.” —Mary Murphy, Atwater, California
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Grilled Potato Skins
“It’s easy to love these delicious appetizers. They’re nice to serve outside when you invite friends over for a grilled meal. They remind me of the potato skins I have had in restaurants—only better!” —Mitzi Sentiff, Annapolis, Maryland
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Creamy Chicken Enchilada Pizza
“This is a twist on a family favourite. We wanted the taste of my chicken enchilada recipe, but we wanted it even faster. This kicked-up pizza is the fun creation we came up with.” —Crystal Jo Bruns, Iliff, Colorado
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Mediterranean Hummus Nachos
“My husband once piled all the Middle Eastern dishes I’d made on top of pita chips. It was delicious and fun, so we’ve kept doing it! I am half Lebanese, so we usually call these Lebanese nachos. Whatever you call them, you can’t help but like them!” —Gina Fensler, Cincinnati, Ohio
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Zippy Shrimp Skewers
“These flavourful skewers deliver a mouthwatering kick with minimal effort. Fix them for your next party and watch them disappear.” —Jalayne Luckett, Marion, Illinois
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Roasted Curry Chickpeas
“We coated chickpeas with simple seasonings to make a low-fat snacking sensation. This chickpea recipe rivals calorie-laden varieties sold in stores.” —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Sweet Onion Bread Skillet
“Because there are only a few ingredients in this recipe, you’ll get the best results if you use the finest-quality foods, like a fresh Vidalia onion and aged Parmesan cheese.” —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida
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Coconut Chicken and Shrimp
“I was looking for a fun, easy weeknight dinner based on our favourite shrimp dish that was healthier than fast food. This has become a favourite!” —Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York
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Savoury Cracker Snack Mix
“A Taste of Home recipe inspired this one! Because I love everything bagel seasoning, I decided to give this a try. A friend later suggested I make the mix more versatile with something other than oyster crackers, and now it’s a deliciously addictive snack!” —Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida
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Air-Fryer Fiesta Chicken Fingers
“Chicken fingers have long been a favourite of mine. Actually, almost any finger-shaped deep-fried goodie seldom escapes my reach. These air-fryer chicken fingers have taken a lot of the guilt out of my guilty pleasure.” —Dianne DeGarmo-Carr, Alexander, Arkansas
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Best Hummus
“Hummus is my go-to appetizer when I need something quick, easy and impressive. Over the years I’ve picked up a number of tricks that make this the best hummus recipe you’ll ever have.” —James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor
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Pretzel Puppy Chow
“This variation on regular puppy chow replaces peanut butter with Nutella and chipotle for a delicious spicy-sweet combination.” —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Cheesy Quesadillas
“We serve these quesadillas as chili dippers or load them up with salsa and sour cream for a super starter.” —Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
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Horseradish Deviled Eggs
“People say, ‘Wow!’ when they taste these flavourful tangy deviled eggs. The bold combination of ground mustard, dill and horseradish is so appealing. The plate is always emptied whenever I serve these eggs.” —Ruth Roth, Linville, North Carolina
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Sesame Chicken with Creamy Satay Sauce
“These skewers are surprisingly simple to make but taste like they came from a restaurant. Before grilling, marinate the chicken strips in a sesame salad dressing.” —Kathi Jones-DelMonte, Rochester, New York
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Bacon Roll-Ups
“This family recipe dates back to the 1930s, when my grandmother started making her clever breakfast roll-ups.” —Janet Abate, North Brunswick, New Jersey
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