North american appetizers & snacks recipes with 500 or fewer calories added by professional chefs

Crock Pot Baked Potato Recipe

I would have never dreamed how easy these were, delicious and fun to make the toppings for. Just think, baked potatoes ready in a crock pot? The…

Garlic

Just put the garlic cloves in the microwave for 10 seconds, skins fall right off~

Peanut Butter & Banana Wrap Snack

A great anytime snack that children can either help make, or make themselves, depending on age. Each ingredient…

West Texas BBQ Sauce

General purpose sauce for grilled and smoked foods.

Baked Stuffed Clams

These make a great appetizer, or serving a couple they make a nice dinner, and occasionally to make them truly elegant I top them with Hollandaise…

Cayenne Toasts*

These are a savory crostini, that go well with so many things. They can be served with soup, salads, or my personal favorite, the Sun-Dried Tomato…

Picco De Gallo

A fresh salsa that brightens any plate.

Sausage Cheese Mini Meatballs with Cranberry Sauce

Based on a recipe from a dog park buddy, this easy appetizer is spicy and sweet.

Bacon and Cheese Stuffed Mushroom Caps

A great appetizer with plenty of flavor!

Pumpkin Cranberry Nut Granola

Need a last-minute food gift or host gift idea? This makes, bakes, cools and can be bagged within an hour! Use as a topping on yogurt, ice cream,…

Unbelievably-Sinful Strawberry Ribs

cheesy quinoa bites

Cuban Mojitos for a Large Group

Makes a beautiful presentation when made in a decorative pitcher.

Banana Nut Appetizer

These quartered slices of fresh bananas with mayo and pecans make a delicious appetizer course for your holiday meal or dinner party.

Ron's Seriously Good Dried Beef and Cheese Dip

A favorite of mine made by a dog park buddy. Serve with Triscuits or buttter crackers. Stuff celery with it.