Taste of home recipes appetizers

All of my favorite southwestern ingredients are combined in this clever appetizer. It looks and tastes fantastic! —Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin

For a winning appetizer, serve crispy phyllo cups filled with taco-seasoned ground beef and shredded cheese. These handheld bites will be a surefire hit with a hungry crowd. —Roseann Weston, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

Taco Ranch Bites - Only 6 ingredients! Ground beef, taco seasoning, Rotel tomatoes, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, & phyllo tart shells. Can freeze unbaked

Wonton wrappers: What can't they do? From egg rolls to crab rangoon to crispy cups filled with cheesy, meaty goodness, these wonton wrapper recipes make parties, potlucks and after-school snacking a whole lot of handheld fun.

I’m an Iowa gardener and I like to feature sweet corn in my recipes. These cute, easy-to-eat bites are a fun change from the usual appetizers. —Margaret Blair, Lorimor, Iowa

Cheesecake-stuffed strawberries are simple to make and packed full of flavor. They're sure to be a hit at your next party.

When you need a party-ready appetizer in a hurry, turn to these dips, spreads, roll-ups and more.

Get ready for holiday parties and New Year's Eve by making small bite appetizers! All of these recipes are party favorites during the holiday season. These recipes are easy to make and full of flavor.

Each app, side, main and dessert feeds 12 or more so there will be plenty to go around.

These small bites are well worth the time they take. Serve them as part of an antipasto platter or as a cheese course alongside your favorite wine. —Eleanor Grofvert, Kalamazoo, Michigan