This make-ahead New Year’s Eve appetizer couldn’t be easier to throw together: Toss canned chickpeas and mixed nuts in a dusting of seasonings, and let the medley turn toasted and crispy in the oven.

Appetizers set the mood for any gathering and they do not have to be complicated to be crowd pleasers. Simple recipes can ...

Rule No. 1 of hosting houseguests: Don’t let them get hangry. Having plenty of snacks on hand is a must — and these ideas go well beyond boring packaged fare, with crowd-pleasing bites that keep the ...

It’s a busy time of year, so we’ve gathered recipes that balance holiday presentation with weeknight ease. Think quick dips, make-ahead biscuits, and impressive striped sugar cookies that rely on a ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A new tapas restaurant is now open in River North. Chef Eric Jorgenson with Lil Ba Ba Reeba is sharing tips and tricks for holiday appetizer recipes to impress guests and enjoy the ...

(Family Features) With all the work ahead on magnificent main courses, stunning sides and decadent desserts, there’s one element of the holiday meal that should remain easy and effortless: the ...

From make-ahead dips to sizzling, bite-size skewers, these snackable recipes keep the party flowing with easy, crowd-pleasing flavor. Andee Gosnell is a San Francisco born, Birmingham-based food ...

Give holiday season guests a warm welcome with a selection of snacks that can be prepared before they ever step foot in the door. Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than ...