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No matter what you’re celebrating, spice up your spread with sweet and savory holiday appetizers that are the perfect festive start to any meal.

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Hungarian Shortbread

Posted by SassiFras  

This sounds delicious! I found this recipe while looking for recipes that used cranberries tonight. I found this @ http://www.cranberries.org from the Massachusetts Cranberry Harvest Festival Recipes 1998, Second Place Leslie A. Killian. I... MORE»

Recipe #401071

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Shrimp Fritters

Posted by Mandy ny  

This a co workers recepie! She says they are fantastic and always an appetizer at here holiday functions! Posted for safe keeping! MORE»

Recipe #401048

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Barbara's Fruit Roll

Posted by Chef #1416334  

A dear friend brought this delicious sliced fruit roll when I was very ill as a teenager. That was many years ago. I loved it so much and she graciously gave me the recipe. I have made it almost every Christmas since then. It is a bit easier to... MORE»

Recipe #401010

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Stuffed Mushroom Caps

Posted by Chef #1062043  

I like the recipe because it is easy to prepare and serve This recipe was given to me by my sister-in-law and dear friend, Lynne I do not use the mushroom stems in the filling (save them for mushroom soup!) when preparing be sure to dice... MORE»

Recipe #400950

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Hawaiian Bread Dip

Posted by Tobi in IN  

Great, easy dip for hawaiian bread. MORE»

Recipe #400897

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Grandmother's Tomato- Cheese Log

Posted by suseme  

This is my grandmother's recipe (obviously) and she made it at holidays. I remember sneaking into it when I was little, before everybody else got there. It's great with crackers, and I have also given them for Christmas presents. MORE»

Recipe #400855

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Sweet and Spicy Cranberry Meatballs Crock Pot

Posted by Brooke the Cook in WI  

If you like a little heat with your meatballs.... MORE»

Recipe #400791

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Bacon Sausage

Posted by Nicola Kwan  

Also known as "Pig in a Blanket". These are delicious. MORE»

Recipe #400784

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Lemon-Soy Chicken Wings

Posted by Booted Bear  

Super simple, but irresistible! I'm not allowed to show up at any holiday parties without these. MORE»

Recipe #400535

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Mini Sweet Potato Pies W/ Whipped Cinnamon Cream Cheese Topping

Posted by mailbelle  

These sound like a great idea for our office party! Recipe from Aaron McCargo, Jr from Big Daddy's House. MORE»

Recipe #400522

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Alouette Cranberry Brie

Posted by Corrinne J  

Nothing says holiday like cranberries! This recipe is just perfect, elegant and easy for the holiday season. Did we mention it's delicious! MORE»

Recipe #400510

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Filipino Egg Rolls

Posted by Pumpkin Pie's Mommy  

This recipe is from my mother, I usually double the recipe, becuase once the egg roll are wrapped they can be frozen and taken out at anytime and fried. Try this with the sweet chili sauce found in the Asian Food aisle of any grocery store. This... MORE»

Recipe #400429

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Curried Chicken Spread

Posted by Kaitlin Cav  

Chunk chicken, chopped apple, chutney and peanuts are bound with a curry-laced mayonnaise. This is perfect to serve during the holiday season! MORE»

Recipe #400387

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Easy Pleasin' Meatballs

Posted by bizlas  

Delicious and simple recipe for meatballs. My family loves this recipe and I am planning on making it for all of my holiday parties. Great for Meatball subs too!!! MORE»

Recipe #400265

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Creamy Cheese and Nut Balls

Posted by Sharon123  

This is a quick and easy cheese and nut appetizer! If you don't have time to chill the mixute so it can be rolled into balls, serve it as a dip, garnished with nuts and additional chutney! Adapted from Rachael Ray's Big Orange Book. MORE»

Recipe #400253

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Creamy Truffled Hazelnut Dip

Posted by GoldsmithLissa  

Decadent but easy dip! Can be made early and refrigerated overnight. MORE»

Recipe #400169

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Sweet Braised Whole Scallions (Molly Stevens)

Posted by blucoat  

This would be a fabulous, easy side dish for Thanksgiving. "As the scallions braise, the sweet anise flavor of the tarragon mingles with their oniony juices, giving the whole dish a candy-like sweetness. If you can’t find fresh tarragon, or... MORE»

Recipe #400166

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Bacon-Crab Mushroom Caps

Posted by Catnip46  

This is a Kraft recipe. I have not tried this but am putting it here for safe keeping. With the holidays coming up I hope to make them then. I like the idea of using either mushroom caps or cherry tomatoes or just using as a cracker spread. MORE»

Recipe #400023

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Truffled Wild Mushroom & Three-Cheese Macaroni/Pasta

Posted by GoldsmithLissa  

Extremely decadent! Use shaved truffles if you want to splurge, but truffle oil will suffice! (be very wary of a "budget" source on truffles...food poisoning usually follows!) Can be an appetizer or main dish...i recommend the... MORE»

Recipe #399987

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Brian's Badass Buffalo Dip

Posted by Captainduff21  

Buffalo Chicken Dip Great for parties, tailgating or just as a snack when you have guests over. I combined several Buffalo Chicken Dip recipes I've tried over the years and added a few things of my own to make it stand out. MORE»

Recipe #399985

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