Snacks and Starters Recipes Directory
Looking for a yummy, healthy way to start your meals? Check out these snacks and starters for ideas for family dinners or a big party.
Medical Reference
How to Fight the Late-Night Munchies
Boredom and tiredness can lead you to raid the pantry - and gain weight. WebMD explains why we might be snacking at night and how to avoid the late-night munchies.
Hummus: Ingredients, Recipe, and Benefits
Can't get enough hummus? This tasty dip has a lot going for it, in terms of nutrition as well as taste. Find out how easy it is to make your own with a simple hummus recipe.
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25 Super Snacks With 100 Calories or Less
Ice cream and quesadillas top a tasty photo gallery of diet snack ideas. They're quicker, cheaper, and less processed than many 100-calorie snack packs.
Dress Up Your Food With Condiments
Ketchup or mustard? Wasabi or Sriracha? See what these and other popular condiments are made of and how much to use.
Low-Carb Snacks
We all snack. You can, even if you're on a low-carb diet. Get ideas about smart snacks that are low in carbohydrates.
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Breakfast
Easy and Light Cinnamon Rolls
Make your own cinnamon rolls without the guilt, thanks to this recipe that uses less-fat margarine and light cream cheese.
Mixed Berry-Almond Gratin Recipe
Fresh berries are topped with a rich custard and baked into a crusty dessert (or breakfast) gratin.
Red, White, & Blue Corn Chip Bites Recipe
Blue corn tortilla chips make this Mexican-style red-white-and-blue appetizer pretty, but any variety will work.
Starters
Super-Fast and Easy Appetizer Recipes
Get fast, easy appetizer recipes for healthy party food.
Super-Fast and Easy Appetizer Recipes
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3 Make-Ahead Holiday Appetizer Recipes
Having an arsenal of appetizer recipes you can make ahead of time can be a lifesaver during the holiday season.
Guilt-free holiday recipes
Guilt-free holiday recipes
Snacks
Blue Cheese Dip
Here's a great dip that everybody seems to enjoy. Try it with crunchy radishes, baby carrots, broccoli, and the like.
Toasted Pita Chips
Try this light, super scooper with your favorite dips.
Spice-Roasted Almonds
Spice-Roasted Almonds Recipe : Find lighter and healthier recipes for your and your family.
Mediterranean Magic Popcorn
Transform plain microwave popcorn into a gourmet snack by adding olive oil, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
Breads
Vegetarian Recipe: Caramelized Onion and White Bean Flatbread
Herbed mashed beans, sliced plum tomatoes, sweet caramelized onions, and some shredded Gouda top this tasty flatbread.
Quick Bruschetta
Quick bruschetta made with Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and drizzled with olive oil, is the life of the party.