Appetizers

8 Spooky-Good Halloween Party Recipes for Home or Office

From a color-changing Poison Apple Punch to mummified shepherd’s pies and blackberry spiders, these eight studio-tested recipes get oohs and aahs for their witty looks, and even more for their flavor.

Savory Pumpkin Dip with a Halloween Skull Cheese Board

Bacon, garlic, shallot, and cheddar turn pumpkin into a bewitching savory dip, and a brie skull with a salami wig and a crown of marigolds turns the cheese board around it into the life of the party.

Batty Sweet Potato, Black Bean, and Harissa Hand Pies

A thick coat of glossy black sesame seeds makes these bat-shaped hand pies unlike any other Halloween appetizer, and a filling of sweet potato, black beans, harissa, and hot honey will have you coming back for more. Which is more than can be said for actual bats.

Mexican Street Cornbread

Make these into fritters or just in a classic square pan.

Beet Muhammara With Tiny Vegetables

Add a bright pop of color to any table.

Corn Custard with Pickled Peaches and Honey-Whipped Chèvre

Serve as a light main dish or a beautiful appetizer.

6 Hummus Recipes That Take You Beyond the Basic Chickpea

Grab your pita bread, crostini, and other favorites, it's time to dip!

Fresh Strawberry Recipes for Summer Parties, Brunch, and Dinner

Fresh and juicy strawberries make the best recipes.

Strawberry Rhubarb Salsa

This salsa can be made into a chimichurri too!