With the holidays focusing so much on food, bringing the perfect appetizer to a holiday party can feel like a lot of pressure. But, fortunately, recipes abound on the internet and you no longer need a cookbook to fix up something truly special. The following is just a taste of a few of the appetizers worthy of being your party guest:
These bacon-wrapped scallops are marinated in soy sauce and orange juice, and broiled until crispy. They make a salty and savory contribution to any table. They’re not uber-nutritious due to the abundance of bacon, but the holidays are a time to indulge. Besides, you can go walking in a winter wonderland afterward to get your steps in.
Pecan-stuffed mushrooms are a fairly nutritious and certainly delicious addition to any gathering. They’re made with pecans, mushrooms, garlic, bread crumbs, shallots, and goat cheese, and take about an hour to prepare from start to finish. If you’re not a huge fan of goat cheese, you can use cream cheese as an alternative.
The holidays are the time of year when cranberries shine, so why not invite them along to your next shindig? These cranberry brie bites are made with crescent rolls, brie, cranberry sauce, and pecans. They present a dual threat as both an appetizer and an after-dinner treat. They’re highly customizable and give you the option to substitute other types of cheese for brie, jelly for cranberry sauce, or anything else pleasing to your palate.
If you’re looking to make use of that air fryer you bought in 2020, now’s your chance. These rosemary sausage meatballs are a wonderful addition to pasta, and they make a tasty finger food as well. Keep in mind that cooking times vary dramatically among various air fryer brands, so check your dish often to avoid turning your meatballs into heatballs.
Smoked salmon bites are an excellent way to fancy up any party. But don’t let their elegance fool you: this appetizer is easy to make. It’s also served at room temperature, which means it’s ideal for any party where space in the refrigerator is at a premium. While the cream cheese and sour cream keep it from being super good-for-you grub, the salmon makes it at least healthy-adjacent. During the holidays, that counts for a lot.
Whether you’re hosting or attending a party, it can be challenging to think of a creative and mouth-watering appetizer that someone else isn’t already bringing. Try one of these to cook outside the box and avoid offering up a cheese platter like everyone else.
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