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Add a touch of Italian inspiration to the start of your meal with chilled meats, marinated olives and other finger-friendly Italian appetizers.

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How to Make Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Posted by GingerlyJ  

These gourmet treats have a hefty price tag in stores.. it's really not so hard to just make them yourselves MORE»

Recipe #398379

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Roasted Red Pepper Bruschetta

Posted by aricia  

Delicious alternative to a tomato bruschetta. Or serve both for variety! MORE»

Recipe #397890

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Smeared Tomato Bruschetta W/Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Torn Basil

Posted by By The Lake  

Chef's note: These bruschetta should be prepared at the last minute. Do use a good quality salt and extra virgin olive oil for this recipe as it makes all the difference in the world. I like adding slices of fresh mozzarella to this yummy... MORE»

Recipe #397706

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Olive Crostini

Posted by cmacooks  

This is a wonderful first course; our son, who wouldn't eat an olive if he fell on it, devours these each time I serve them. I thought that I would have a little of the mix to take home when I took this to a dinner party recently; alas, the host... MORE»

Recipe #397526

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Nutty Roasted Garlic Ricotta Spread

Posted by JanuaryBride  

Sounds fabulous and placed here for safe keeping. They suggest serving it on toasted slices of baguette that have been rubbed with raw garlic but I have to imagine it would be great with raw veggies too. Recipe from Sauce Magazine, October 2009. MORE»

Recipe #396913

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Pressed Cheese Sandwiches

Posted by Sharon123  

Simple is the best way to start off a meal. Alex sure knows how to dress a simple sandwich and make it super! These are best chilled overnight before cooking, so make the day before eating! Recipe courtesy Alex Guarnaschelli From the new... MORE»

Recipe #396577

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Deli Pasta Salad

Posted by English_Rose  

Great for taking to work. MORE»

Recipe #395801

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Italian Vegetable Soup

Posted by English_Rose  

For a creamier soup, leave to cool after cooking, then liquidize in a blender and stir in some milk before reheating. MORE»

Recipe #395783

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Insalata Caprese (Or Caprese Salad) With Balsamic Reduction

Posted by princessbride029  

This is my quickie "copycat" of the insalata caprese at Fleming's steakhouse. No, it's not traditional, but it IS delicious! Could also be considered vegetarian, depending on the person's dairy product preferences. MORE»

Recipe #395340

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Calamaretti in Zimino Con Polenta Alla Griglia

Posted by Molly53  

An appetizing first course from the flavor center of the universe, Louisiana. Courtesy of Chef Fernando Saracchi of Ristorante Bacco, featured in The Louisiana New Garde television series. The nutrition numbers will be skewed as you won't be... MORE»

Recipe #395224

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Breaded Prawns Brushetta

Posted by HB Chef  

I really like the fresh ingredients found in Italian Brushetta, but I'm not a big fan of bread, nor is my hips, so I developed this recipe because I love shrimp. It's a great appetizer for a dinner party, rather quick to make and can stay warm in... MORE»

Recipe #394422

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Crispy Ceci (Chickpeas)

Posted by Jazmina  

These are the tastiest chickpeas ever! A local Italian restaurant makes them and shared their recipe in a daily so now I am sharing it with you MORE»

Recipe #394320

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Rigatoni With Sun-Dried Tomato and Fennel Sauce

Posted by DeidreJane  

This recipe was posted in The Costco Connection September 2009 edition and is from Fine Cooking magazine. Awesome. Wonderful recipe! Excellent flavor combinations with the fennel and sun dried tomatoes, and super tasty. No need for Parmesan... MORE»

Recipe #394108

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Macaroni Grill Bread Dipping Oil

Posted by GingerlyJ  

This herbed oil is served on tables at Macaroni grill for dipping bread. MORE»

Recipe #394088

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Savory Bruschetta

Posted by Chef #741806  

This is one of my family's favorite things that I make. Sage,Thyme, Onions,Tomatoes and Swiss cheese make this a very savory and tasty appetizer. It's very simple and can be tweaked with other additions if you like. I try to buy a few baguettes at... MORE»

Recipe #393322

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The Last Garlic Bread You'll Ever Eat

(1 reviews) Posted by GingerlyJ  

Once you try this Cheesy Garlic bread, you'll never ever want to eat another MORE»

Recipe #392786

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Shrimp Scampi

(1 reviews) Posted by Alan in SW Florida  

Here's a fast, easy, and elegant appetizer or main course....especially if you make the flavored butter in advance (you can make the butter upto a week ahead and refrigerate until ready to use.) Serve along with a nice white wine and some good... MORE»

Recipe #392600

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White Bean and Pesto Bruschetta

Posted by GingerlyJ  

I got teh idea for this dip from the show Emeril Green. I couldn't remember the exact recipe so I played around a bit and came up with this simple but elegant tasting appetizer MORE»

Recipe #391833

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Tasty Cheesy Tomato Sauce Snack

Posted by fatefellshort0626  

I eat this atleast once a week. Growing up in my Italian household means that we always have marinara on hand. Lol. I love this recipe as a snack. MORE»

Recipe #391401

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Prosciutto and Shallot Salad

Posted by English_Rose  

A very stylish, very simple and very delicious appetizer. MORE»

Recipe #391251

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