Busy hosts, these holiday appetizers are for you!
Pre-slice the bread, or leave it out with a knife to let folks DIY each bite.
Your guests will be shocked they only require three ingredients: goat cheese, bacon, and dates.
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Just heat everything right before your guests are slated to arrive.
This salad is quick to toss together, and leftovers can act as a nice slaw on any sandwich.
Serve with the dippers of your choiceanything from pita chips to crudites suits this creamy yogurt dip.
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Crispy Falafel Bites
Get out your food processor and your best skillet for this savory starter.
Just wait to drizzle it with oil until just before serving.
Honey Prosciutto Crisps
Sure, prosciutto is great straight from the package.
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But have you ever tried baking it?
Cut into small pieces to encourage snacking, not feasting.
This is an appetizer, after all.
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Crispy Potato Latkes
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Latkes are a fantastic way to start any holiday meal.
Serve with applesauce,sour cream, or other condiments.
Theyre crispy, cheesy and easymake over 30 bites in under an hour.
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Fish Antipasto Board
Say hello to your new favorite grazing board.
Plus, the bread makes an ideal foundation for softened butter and anchovies.
Any way you take it, we know you’ll love it.
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Theyre not too complicated to make, arguably a bit healthier (theyre baked!
It can be made days in advance and reheated on the stove or in the slow cooker.
A ladle on the side may also be good to include.
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Salmon Nigiri
A little sushi starter is always a good idea.
Homemade nigiri can also be a fun family project before hosting or attending a celebration.
Sage adds an undeniable winter holiday note.
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Make extra because these are way too easy to constantly pop in your mouth.
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