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Easy Appetizer Recipes
Plus Tips to Make Your Entertaining Stress Free
Well, I will let you in on a little secret. I have created some easy-to-make appetizers that taste delicious and take no time at all! But it all starts with streamlining your shopping and preparation. Here are my 4 tips to help you this holiday season.
TIP 1: PREPARE QUICK AND EASY RECIPES THAT LOOK LIKE YOU SPENT ALL DAY
I selected the following appetizer menu: (Recipes to follow)
Creamy Yogurt/Cream Cheese Fruit and Cracker Dip
Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip served with Tortilla Chips
Shrimp and Cocktail Sauce Cream Cheese Ball
TIP 2: DON’T SHOP AT MULTIPLE STORES
Here is just a sampling of what I purchased.
TIP 3: SHARE THE ENTERTAINING PREPARATIONS
My daughter decided to have a pop-up event for a friend. We both cleaned, and I made appetizers while she made desserts. What if you don’t have anyone to share the preparations with? I bet if you did a shout out on social media, you would find a friend willing to co-host a holiday party with you!
TIP 4: SHARE THE CLEAN-UP
My daughter and I both cleaned up after the party. (Although there wasn’t much left because the food was so yummy and delicious.)
RECIPES
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| Creamy Yogurt Dip with Fruit and Ritz Crackers |
- Single Serving Dannon Fit and Light Yogurt (Your choice of Flavors
- 4 ounces Cream Cheese
- 1-2 Tablespoons Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla
- 1 cup Cool Whip
Prep time: Total time: Yield: 2 cups
CREAMY SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP by Patty Moliterno
- 1 Box Bird’s Eye Frozen Creamy Spinach
- 1 Box Bird’s Eye Frozen Artichokes
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Romano Cheese
- 3 TBSP Cocktail Sauce
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
Prep time: 5Cook time: Total time: 40Yield: 8 servings
My next recipe is so easy that no recipe is even needed:
SHRIMP COCKTAIL CHEESE BALL:
4 ounces cream cheese
Cocktail Sauce
Mini shrimp in a can
Place 1/2 block of cream cheese on a decorative dish.
POUR COCKTAIL SAUCE ON CREAM CHEESE
ADD APPROXIMATELY HALF THE CAN OF BABY SHRIMP
SERVE WITH RITZ CRACKERS and ENJOY!
I hope my entertaining tips and recipes make your holiday a breeze! For more holiday appetizer ideas check out Kelly’s Baked Goat Cheese Appetizer and Sharon’s Easy Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Garlic and Burrata Appetizer Recipe
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These recipes look so yummy! I especially want to try the spinach and artichoke dip. Thanks for sharing!
These are great recipes! Something for everyone!! #client