42 Elegant Bridal Shower Appetizers

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42 Elegant Bridal Shower Appetizers2/41 Fruit and Cheese Platter 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved SUZAN NAJJAR FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 25 min Servings 14 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who says cheese and sausage get to have all the fun? Make this a party go-to with any fruits that are in season. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 304 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein. 3/41 Almond-Bacon Cheese Crostini 49 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR

If you like, slice the baguette at an angle instead of making a straight cut

TASTE OF HOME Total Time 45 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a change from the usual toasted tomato appetizer, try this baked crostini recipe. If you like, slice the baguette at an angle instead of making a straight cut. —Leondre Hermann, Stuart, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 120 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 160mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 4/41 Caprese Skewers 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved ERIC KLEINBERG FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 10 min Servings 12 kabobs Go to Recipe From the Recipe

Creator: Trade in the usual veggie platter for these fun kabobs

Creator: Trade in the usual veggie platter for these fun kabobs. In addition to preparing these for get-togethers, I often make these as snacks for my family. And because assembly is so easy, the kids often ask to help. —Christine Mitchell, Glendora, California Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob: 44 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat. 5/41 So Very Berry Brie 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved So Very Berry Brie Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe

From the Recipe Creator: I needed to make something quick for a wine and cheese party, and had a bounty of berries on hand. My creation went great with all the wines and looked so much more impressive than the other plain cheeses! —Kristin Larson-Jantzi, Newton, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 160 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 179mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 6/41 Mini Muffuletta 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Mini Muffuletta Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the

Recipe Creator: Mediterranean meets comfort food when French rolls are slathered with olive spread and stuffed with layers of salami and cheese. You can make these muffulettas the night before and cut them into appetizer-sized slices just before serving. —Gareth Craner, Minden, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 1 wedge: 119 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 537mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. 7/41 Balsamic-Goat Cheese Grilled Plums 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Make a bold statement with this simple yet elegant treat.

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat

Ripe plums are grilled and then dressed with a balsamic reduction and tangy goat cheese. —Ariana Abelow, Holliston, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 plum half with 1 tablespoon cheese and 2 teaspoons glaze: 58 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 41mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 8/41 Christmas Meatballs 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Christmas Meatballs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cranberry sauce and brown sugar create a tangy glaze for moist meatballs

that are good Christmas appetizers or Christmas dinner ideas

that are good Christmas appetizers or Christmas dinner ideas. We love them so much, I prepare them year-round. —Joyce Bentley, Redlands, California Nutrition Facts: 1 meatball: 71 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 190mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 9/41 Shrimp & Cucumber Rounds 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp & Cucumber Rounds Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always make these appetizers for our get-togethers. They’re easy to prepare and a snappy addition to any party. —Kelly Alaniz,

Eureka, California Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 20 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 38mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 10/41 Mini Cheese Balls 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mini Cheese Balls Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary and/or paprika to add even more flavor. —J. Spivey, Ennice, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 cheese ball: 47 calories, 4g

We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea

fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 61mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 11/41 Fruit Skewers 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fruit and Cheese Kabobs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 kabobs (1-1/2 cups dip) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea. It’s easy to make ahead and carry to the ballpark, beach or playground, and the cinnamon-spiced yogurt dip adds a fun touch kids love. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob with 2 tablespoons

min Servings 2 tarts (8 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

dip: 147 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 12/41 Herbed Leek Tarts 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Herbed Leek Tarts Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 2 tarts (8 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This savory, nontraditional tart is a favorite among our family and friends! —Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 194 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 177mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 13/41 Avocado Deviled Eggs 2 Reviews

14/41 Roasted Beets with Orange

Test Kitchen Approved Avocado Deviled Eggs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When you’re in the mood for some good finger food, try any one of these sinfully delicious variations on deviled eggs. They are a cinch to fill and make a popular contribution to a potluck or brunch. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed egg half: 42 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 79mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 14/41 Roasted Beets with Orange

Gremolata and Goat Cheese Test Kitchen Approved Roasted Beets with Orange Gremolata and Goat Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My grandma always grew beets then pickled or canned them, but I prefer to prepare them differently. I love these roasted beets in the winter but they can be enjoyed all year with the addition of fresh herbs and tangy goat cheese. —Courtney Archibeque, Greeley, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 49 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 157mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate

(6g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein

(6g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable. 15/41 Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts Recipe photo by Sheri Silver for Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings about 5 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Whenever I attend a potluck, folks always ask me to make my bacon-wrapped water chestnut recipe—it’s become my trademark. I especially like to prepare them for holiday gatherings. —Debi Jellison, Jacksonville, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 33 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 92mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g

—Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 266

protein. 16/41 Cranberry and Bacon Swiss Cheese Dip 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cranberry and Bacon Swiss Cheese Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This warm, rich and creamy Swiss cheese dip is guaranteed to please family and friends alike. Served with thin, crunchy slices of French bread, it makes the perfect appetizer—especially since it can be prepared ahead, put in the fridge, and then baked just before you want to serve it. —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 266

These finger sandwiches are filling enough to satisfy hearty appetites

calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 222mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. 17/41 Ham ‘n’ Cheese Biscuit Stacks 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved GRACE NATOLI SHELDON FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 40 appetizers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These finger sandwiches are filling enough to satisfy hearty appetites. I’ve served the fun little stacks at every event, including holiday gatherings, showers and tailgate parties. —Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 121 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 412mg sodium, 11g

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