fave cold apps/ snacks

Having a party. Looking for cold apps, snacks, dips to make. What are your favorites? Tia

Re: fave cold apps/ snacks

fresh mozzarella cheese / tomato / balsamic vinegar on toasted bread

spinach dip with bread bowl

onion dip

hummus / veggies

italian meats/ cheese platter

fave cold apps/ snacks

italian hero.....love love love
bruschetta
fresh mozz balls with pesto
tomato and mozz with EVOO and balsamic vinegar drizzled on top with basil
cheese and olives

Message edited 2/11/2013 3:46:24 PM.

Re: fave cold apps/ snacks

I have posted this before, but I read about it here and made it and WOW - everyone loved it.

So easy, too!



marinated shrimp & artichokes

Ingredients

1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley $
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
3 tablespoons olive oil $
1 (0.75-oz.) envelope garlic-and-herb dressing mix
1 pound peeled and deveined, large cooked shrimp (2 1/30 count) $
1 (14-oz.) can artichoke hearts, drained and cut in half $
1 (6-oz.) can large black olives, drained $
1 cup halved grape tomatoes $
1 (4-oz.) package feta cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes $
Small fresh basil leaves

Preparation
1. Whisk together balsamic vinegar and next 4 ingredients in a bowl. Stir in shrimp and next 4 ingredients. Cover and chill 8 to 24 hours.
2. Stir in desired amount of basil just before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Note: We tested with Good Seasons Garlic & Herb Salad Dressing & Recipe Mix.


Ashley McMakin, Birmingham, Alabama, Ashley Mac's, Birmingham, Alabama, Southern Living
NOVEMBER 2011

Re: fave cold apps/ snacks

Shrimp cocktail
Caprese skewers
Antipasto
Cheese and crackers
Veggie platter
Cold spinach dip
Cold crab dip
Seven layer dip

Re: fave cold apps/ snacks

Spinach dip in a bread bowl

Cheese and crackers

Guacamole w/ chips

Mozzarella & tomato skewers

Hummus & pita

Fruit salad with yogurt dip on the side

Shrimp cocktail

Veggie platter