Spread Recipes

This smooth and creamy cheese spread is chock-full of red pepper, green chiles and crunchy pecans. It’s always a hit,...

"I’m a stay-at-home mother with two boys and I enjoy cooking—especially appetizers," shares Tracy Schuhmacher from Penfield, New York. "It...

“This recipe offers an excellent way to create elegant and full-flavored appetizers,” writes Teresa Spencer from Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. “It’s perfect...

“The garlic is mellow and sweet in this recipe,” says Lara Pennell of Mauldin, South Carolina. “I never fail to...

This easy dish is ideal for parties. It is a true indulgence.—Kathi Mulchin, Salt Lake City, Utah

This garlic cheese ball combines tangy cream cheese, nutty Parmesan, and your choice of powdered or fresh garlic. For a...

This turkey cheese ball will become a Thanksgiving tradition. It's savory, creamy and downright charming!

Havarti is a wonderful dessert cheese. This elegant yet simple recipe—with pecans, caramel topping and tart apples—makes it even better....

This cranberry cream cheese spread takes less than 10 minutes to prepare, and it can prepped hours or even days...

I think the orange-cranberry combination is the key to this tongue-tingling cream cheese spread. Serve it with your favorite crackers...

You won't believe how easy it is to whip up this creamy, four-ingredient bagel spread. It's also wonderful on toast...

I first tried this at a family gathering and was blown away! I have since made it for my co-workers,...

Don’t think twice about the ingredient pairings—this creamy spread is absolutely addictive! Lighten it up by using reduced-fat cream cheese.

I needed to make something quick for a wine and cheese party, and had a bounty of berries on hand....

This tasty spread is easy to make in a food processor, and it’s a guaranteed winner at any party. The...

Monterey Jack, Colby and cream cheese come together with seasonings to create these logs that everyone will enjoy. Roll them...

French Quarter cheese spread features creamy cheese and a pecan topping that's sweet, salty and a little over the top....

Pair with Gallo® Family Vineyards Sonoma Reserve Pinot Gris—Taste of Home Cooking School

This flavorful spread livens up most any sandwich. Try tossing it with salad greens before adding to your sandwich. Taste...

The most difficult part about this elegant recipe is waiting for it to cool! Thin apple slices work wonderfully as...

Our party guests flock to this holiday gem of an appetizer - cherry-studded cream cheese served with graham or water...

My sister craves this appetizer so much that I made a batch and carried it on the plane when I...

Sesame seeds create an attractive coating on this easy cracker spread. Be sure to watch when you’re toasting them; they...

Sophisticated in presentation yet deceptively simple to make, this salmon mousse will upgrade your garden parties, hors d'oeuvre hours and...

I've made this creamy, hearty mushroom appetizer for years—it's a big hit every time.—Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia

Golden caramelized onions are paired with buttery, silky brie in this warm spread. Make sure to have enough bread cubes...

Pretty and tasty, this layered dips has become my signature appetizer. We make this for almost every party and family...

I consider this the perfect sweet and savory peach-season appetizer—especially when served with almond cookie crackers. —Brianne Boyer, Irvine, California

I was a theater major in college, and our director's mother always made sure we were well fed. I was...