Start the countdown to midnight with these appetizers that make party planning a breeze.
The tangy cranberries cut through the richness of the cheese to create a balanced bite.
This quick appetizer can be easily doubled to feed a crowd.
Photo: Jamie Vespa, M.S., R.D.
Easy Black Bean Dip
This creamy bean dip is great for a party or picnic.
Winter Charcuterie Board
A cheeseboard is an ideal stationary hors d’oeuvre for holiday entertaining.
We even included some dark chocolate to cap it off!
Alex Shytsman
Serve with chips, fresh veggies or as a sandwich spread.
Simply layer each ingredient on top of the other and secure with a toothpick for an easy bite-size starter.
Did we mention it’s excellent for party platters?
Light agave syrup has a sweet, neutral taste, whereas dark agave syrup will add more caramel flavor.
If you dont have agave syrup, it’s possible for you to use honey in its place.
Lemon-Thyme Whipped Ricotta
This stunning yet easy appetizer recipe infuses creamy ricotta with fresh herbs and lemon.
Serve with whole-grain crackers and cut-up vegetables or use as a spread for sandwiches or sauce for pasta.
Blackberry jam provides sweetness while goat cheese adds a slight tang to create a sweet-and-savory appetizer.
Be sure the goat cheese is cold before you use it, so it’s easier to crumble.
Serve with crudites and pita.
It’s so simple yet so delicious, you’ll wonder why you don’t make it more often!
Using store-bought puff pastry results in a flaky, buttery crust but without the hassle of making it yourself.
Fig jam and Brie cheese top the pastry to create a stunning recipe.
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco
Photo by: Jamie Vespa, M.S., R.D.
Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Prop stylist: Holly Dreesman, Food stylist: Gabriel Greco
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