Savory Basil Slice-and-Bakes

Party bites that are ready to bake when you're ready to entertain.

Spinach-Feta Dip

Lightened but still flavorful, this classic spinach dip includes feta cheese.

Stuffed Eggs with Red Onion and Anchovy

A new twist on deviled eggs includes anchovy paste and red onion.

Brie and Onion Marmalade Tarts

These simple tarts are perfect as an appetizer or a brunch dish.

Salsa Azteca

You'll find so many uses for this bold, spicy blend of tomatillos, tomatoes, peppers and seasonings

Ensalada with Jicama, Corn and Beans

A super fresh and refreshing salad from Chicago's Mundial Cocina Mestiza features lots of sweet crunch from jicama and tortilla strips.

Gougeres

These little cheesy puff pastries disappear fast, so keep the recipe readily accessible.

Comté Onion Tart

Comté is similar to Gruyere cheese and brings nutty, earthy richness to classic cheese recipes.

Omelet Nachos with Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Skip the gluey queso sauce and try these light nachos.

Herbed Cheese Lettuce Rolls

Herbed ricotta combines with fresh tomato salsa in an easy picnic wrap.

Toasted Walnut and Sun-Dried Tomato Dip

This tomato-based dish does triple duty as a dip, spread and pasta sauce.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Mini Spinach Salads

Fresh summer greens are a delicate bed for succulent spicy seasoned Caribbean shrimp.

Rosemary Parmesan Twists

Frozen puff pastry sheets are the start of so many wonderful appetizers -- like this herb- and cheese-flavored tidbit.

Spiced Pecans

Good and good for you.

Grilled Apples with Parmesan Cheese and Honey

Cheese and fruit are a natural marriage, here consummated on the summer grill.