Mary’s Best Pickle Dip Recipe

Yogurt Pickle Dip

This creamy pickle dip with dill, yogurt, and brine is tangy, fresh, and perfect for chips or veggies at your next gathering.
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers
Easy Sesame Salmon Bites

Sesame Salmon Bites with Pickled Citrus Garnish

If you’re looking for a savory, bite-sized appetizer, look no further! These salmon bites are made with miso, sesame, and a pickled citrus garnish. They’re so good!
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers
Baked Brie Recipe with Saffron Honey, Lemon, and Fennel

Baked Brie with Saffron Honey and Lemon Fennel

Grape leaves, honey, and saffron bring a Middle Eastern vibe to this unusual baked brie addition for your next charcuterie board.
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers
Short Rib Sliders

Short Rib Sliders with a Spicy Kick

Slow-braised short ribs with spicy aioli and bright ginger relish make sliders that deliver bold flavor, subtle heat, and serious crowd appeal. Rich, tender, irresistible.
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers
Cambozola Cupcake Puff with Coppa and Pear

Cambozola Cupcake Puff Recipe with Pear & Caramelized Onions

Bake a tray of these Cambozola Cupcake Puffs for your next game night, dinner party, or holiday spread, and watch them disappear.
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers
Shrimp Crudo in Baby Gem Lettuce Boats Recipe

Shrimp Crudo in Baby Gem Lettuce Boats

Fresh, bright, and elegant shrimp crudo served in crisp baby gem lettuce boats—ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for summer entertaining when simplicity meets sophistication.
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers
Easy Focaccia Caprese Skewers Recipe

Easy Focaccia Caprese Skewers Recipe

Juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and focaccia on skewers—served with lemon-thyme dressing and a pomegranate-balsamic drizzle. Party perfect!
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers
Best Cherry and Nectarine Crostini Appetizer Recipe

Sweet Cherry and Nectarine Crostini Recipe

Fruit-forward and oh-so-flavorful, this cherry and nectarine crostini recipe is a sweet and savory appetizer, perfect for summer entertaining!
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers
Flaming Tequila Shrimp with Fresh Guacamole Recipe

Flaming Tequila Shrimp with Fresh Guacamole Recipe

Topped with creamy handmade guacamole, these flaming tequila shrimp are the ultimate summer appetizer. Serve them in martini glasses or appetizer spoons for a dramatic party dish.
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers
Roast Beef and Horseradish Bites for an Easy Appetizer

Roast Beef and Horseradish Bites for an Easy Appetizer Recipe

These easy roast beef and horseradish bites are perfect for summer parties! Built on a soft baguette with a creamy homemade horseradish sauce, this is one cold appetizer you won’t want to miss.
Mary DiSomma
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Grilled Vegetable Platter Recipe

Grilled Vegetable Platter

There’s nothing like a grilled veggie platter to celebrate summer’s best produce. I’m sharing my favorite vegetables to grill, plus tips for prep, seasoning, and perfect sauce pairings!
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers
Whiskey BBQ Beef Slider Recipe

Whiskey BBQ Beef Slider

Try my easy slow cooker Whiskey BBQ Beef Slider recipe—tender, juicy, and loaded with BBQ flavor. Perfect for National Slider Day or any casual get-together!
Mary DiSomma
Tagged: appetizers