Appetizer Recipes and Ideas

What are Appetizers?

Appetizers (Hors d'oeuvre) are small portioned food dishes (or drinks) that are eaten before a main dish. They are meant to stimulate your appetite before a meal.

This Easy Buffalo Shrimp Dip is great as a dip for chips, or baked into wontons! Another one of my favorites is this warm, gooey, cheesy Stovetop Queso Blanco recipe! 

How Many Appetizer Portions Per Person?

If you're planning to serve appetizers at a party or gathering, 3-4 pieces of food per person is a good estimate. Therefore, for a party of 10 people, you should make 40 pieces total to be safe. For a party of 100 people, you'll need to plan for 350-400 pieces of food.