46 Easy Cheese Appetizers for a Crowd

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46 Easy Cheese Appetizers for a Crowd1/46 Bacon, Cheddar and Swiss Cheese Ball 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bacon, Cheddar and Swiss Cheese Ball Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 cheese balls (4 cups each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When it’s time for a party, everyone always requests this ultimate cheese ball—it’s such an impressive appetizer. And if you’re a party guest, it makes a fabulous gift for your hosts.—Sue Franklin, Lake St. Louis, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 116 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 194mg sodium, 2g

carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein

carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. 2/46 Olives and Cheese 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Marinated Olive & Cheese Ring Recipe photo by Sarah Tramonte for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We love to make meals into celebrations, and antipasto always kicks off the party for Italian dinners. This one is almost too pretty to eat, especially when sprinkled with pimientos, fresh basil and parsley. —Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (calculated without baguette): 168 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 260mg sodium,

2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein

2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. 3/46 Bacon Cheddar Potato Skins 35 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bacon Cheddar Potato Skins Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Wondering how to make potato skins taste great? Both crisp and hearty, this restaurant-quality snack is one that my family requests often. —Trish Perrin, Keizer, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 potato skin: 350 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 460mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein. 4/46 Hot Cheese Dip 6

Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When a colleague brought this cheesy dip to school for a teachers potluck, I immediately gave it an A+. I had to have the recipe for this irresistibly creamy recipe to make for my family! —Ardyce Piehl, Poynette, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 201 calories, 19g fat (5g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 285mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein. 5/46 Party Cheese Bread 43 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME

The cheesy, butter bread is so simple to make but the taste is sinful

Total Time 55 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: You can’t go wrong with this recipe. The cheesy, butter bread is so simple to make but the taste is sinful. Plus it looks fantastic, and people just flock to it! It’s better than the usual garlic bread too. —Karen Grant, Tulare, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 237 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 468mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. 6/46 Brie Puff Pastry 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 10 servings Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband was in the Air Force, so we’ve entertained guests all over the United States. I acquired this recipe while in California. It’s one of my favorite special appetizers. —Sandra Twait, Tampa, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 328 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 424mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein. 7/46 Reuben Dip 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 2 hours 5 min Servings 32 servings (about 4 cups) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This slow-cooked spread tastes just like the

popular Reuben sandwich

popular Reuben sandwich. Even when I double the recipe, I end up with an empty dish. —Mary Jane Kimmes, Hastings, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoon: 58 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 126mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 8/46 Ravioli Appetizer Pops 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 3-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Ravioli on a stick is a tasty appetizer everyone talks about. They’re simple and fun to make and eat. Use packaged dipping sauces, or make your own. Get my recipes

on my blog, thehopelesshousewife.com. —Erika Monroe-Williams, Scottsdale, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer (calculated without marinara sauce and pesto): 32 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 97mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 9/46 Southwestern Nachos 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 7 hours 55 min Servings 30 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Guests will go crazy when you serve this cheesy nacho casserole with tender chunks of slow-cooked pork. The recipe makes two heaping pans, and you don’t need to worry about filling the chip bowl—the tortilla chips are conveniently baked

right in the dish!

right in the dish! —Kelly Byler, Goshen, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 288 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 548mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. 10/46 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. 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,

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat

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. 11/46 Marinated Cheese with Peppers and Olives Test Kitchen Approved Marinated Cheese with Peppers and Olives Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 15 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cheddar cheese, red peppers and pitted ripe olives make a tasty, rustic appetizer when marinated overnight and served with decorative toothpicks. —Polly Brunning, Thaxton, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 155 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat),

24mg cholesterol, 339mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 12/46 Bacon-Cheddar Potato Croquettes 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings about 5 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Instead of throwing out leftover mashed potatoes, use them to make this potato croquette recipe. The little baked balls are yummy with ranch dressing, barbecue sauce or Dijon mayonnaise for dipping. —Pamela Shank, Parkersburg, West Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 46 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 112mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 13/46 Warm

When my family gathers for a party, someone serves this flavorful, creamy dip

Broccoli Cheese Dip 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 2 hours 45 min Servings 5.50 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my family gathers for a party, someone serves this flavorful, creamy dip. Everyone loves its zip from the jalapeno pepper and the crunch of the broccoli. —Barbara Maiol, Conyers, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 47 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 277mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 14/46 Cheddar-Veggie Appetizer Torte 23 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 55 min Servings

16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A line forms quickly behind this quichelike torte at family gatherings. The wedges are easy to eat as finger food, and it’s delicious hot or cold. — Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 175 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 244mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. 15/46 Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 20 min Servings 6 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If

you like spice, you’ll love this dip

you like spice, you’ll love this dip. It’s super cheesy and full of rich flavor, and it really has that Buffalo wing taste! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup dip (calculated without chips): 167 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 348mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. 16/46 Caramel Apple and Brie Skewers 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings 6 skewers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m a caterer, and this is one of my best-selling appetizers. The shortcut of using prepared caramel makes these little

apple skewers a snap to assemble

apple skewers a snap to assemble. —Camille Ellis, Tampa, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer: 272 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 303mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. 17/46 Marinated Mozzarella 24 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Marinated Mozzarella Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I always come home with an empty container when I bring this dish to a party. It can be made ahead to free up time later. I serve it with pretty frilled

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