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Spicy-Sweet Maple Snack Mix

Maple syrup is teamed with cayenne pepper, vinegar, and fresh thyme to flavor this addictive party-ready blend of peanuts, pepitas, crackers, pretzels, and cereal.

Meatballs coated in marinara sauce, smothered with cheese, and sandwiched in brioche rolls are a party-perfect nibble. For tender meatballs, combine the ingredients gently and don't pack the meat too tightly.

Bacon-Wrapped Prunes

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Also known as Devils on Horseback, these sinful bacon-wrapped bites are perfect for a Halloween party hors d'oeuvre. With just two ingredients and about five minutes of prep work, they couldn't be easier to prepare either. They're best served warm, so pop them in the oven right before your guests arrive.

4 Delicious Ways Crackers Save the Day For Last-Minute Entertaining

Here's a tasty route to easy entertaining this holiday season.

Loaded Potato Bites

Think of this finger food as mini loaded baked potatoes. Peewee potatoes are boiled, smashed, and roasted until crispy and golden, then finished with a flavorful mix of all your favorite toppings: sour cream, scallions, bacon, and cheddar. They're just the thing for an Oscar-night or Super Bowl party.

12 Fabulous French Appetizer Recipes That Bring the Bistro Home

Whether you're hosting friends for l'heure d'apéro, or aperitif hour, when drinks are poured and little snacks are available for nibbling, or you're looking for a dish to start your next dinner party, there's a French appetizer that's just right in this selection. Each of these hors d'oeuvres will add a touch of sophisticated simplicity to your gathering. We have classics like steak tartare, which you can and should make at home, an irresistible take on Brie en croute, cheesy pastries, pungent olive tapenade (so easy to make!), and more. Pour a round of drinks, or pop open a bottle of Champagne to complete the picture of elegance. Bon appetit!

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Magnolia Bakery Vanilla Cupcakes

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The most popular flavor at the celebrated New York City bakery is vanilla for a reason! With a moist, tender crumb and rich buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are a true classic. This recipe comes from "More from Magnolia: Recipes from the World-Famous Bakery and Allysa Torey's Home Kitchen."

Easy Steamed Artichokes

These leafy, mild-flavored veggies get at the heart of spring. Our method for steaming artichokes could not be easier, but the result is an impressive, delicious side dish.

Creamy Deviled Eggs

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Deviled eggs are a classic and one of Martha Stewart's favorite hors d'oeuvres. Deviled eggs are crowd-pleasing party snack that are the perfect way to start a casual evening. Make this creamy deviled egg recipe and get your party started in 30 minutes or less!

Devils on Horseback

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Don't let the sinister name throw you -- these bacon-wrapped dates couldn't be more delicious. Martha takes them to the next level by stuffing the dried fruit with pungent Stilton.

Sausage-Cheddar Balls

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This reinterpretation of meatballs combines breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, and onion for a very flavorful holiday appetizer, enough for a crowd of hungry folks.

Peanut Brittle

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A picture of salty-sweet perfection, brittle is surprisingly easy to make. Serve it alongside coffee or tea for dessert, and save any leftovers for snacking. Peanuts make a classic brittle, but you can substitute cashews or almonds instead.

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18 Favorite Hors d'Oeuvres Recipes for Cocktail Parties and Other Special Celebrations

Some parties call for starters that go beyond your basic everyday snacks. When you want to pull out all the stops (or at least a few of them) and let your guests know that this is a special occasion, consider serving hors d'oeuvres. These tasty, savory bites may take more time to put together than simply setting out chips and dip, but the work is well worth it. Many of our hors d'oeuvres recipes result in one-bite delights. The rest can be enjoyed in two or three, tops. Arrange them on your nicest platters and trays, or better yet, pass them around the room while guests mingle and mix. They can hold their hors d'oeuvres in one hand and a festive cocktail in the other.

27 Quick and Easy Appetizers That Make Entertaining a Breeze

From classy three-ingredient canapés for a cocktail party to lightning-fast dips for game day, we're sharing a selection of super-easy appetizers guaranteed to get any party started.

Our Favorite Hors d'Oeuvres Recipes for Cocktail Parties and Other Special Celebrations

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These rum-infused brownie balls are perfectly-sized treats for adults.

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Cheater's Deviled Eggs

Everything you love about deviled eggs but deconstructed into an easier-to-make bite! Spread rice crackers with mayo and mustard, then top with a slice of hard-boiled egg, smoked sweet paprika, and fresh dill.

Shaped Icebox Cookies

Try one of our shaped icebox-cookie variations: Almond-Cherry Coins; Apricot-Pistachio Triangles; Almond and Candied Orange Zest Bars; White Chocolate, Hazelnut, and Cherry Triangles; Papaya, Macadamia, and Coconut Triangles; Cranberry-Orange Coins; Chocolate, Walnut, and Cranberry Coins; Candied-Fruit Squares; Almond and Ginger Bars.

Gingerbread Snowflakes

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This seven-inch flake, prettier than a gingerbread house or a gingerbread man, is big enough to share -- but who really wants to?

Candied Lemon Slices

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These tart treats go perfectly with Lemon Crepes and make beautiful garnishes for our Meyer-Lemon and Coconut Layer Cake.

Basic French Macarons

Want to learn how to make macarons? We've taken the guesswork out of making these patisserie beauties, so you can prepare them at home. Our foolproof macarons recipe calls for making your own almond flour (it's so much easier than it seems), then adding just four other ingredients: powdered sugar, egg whites, white sugar, and any filling you please.

Persimmon and Brie Crostini

These little toasts make a delectable Thanksgiving appetizer. Be sure to use Fuyu persimmons -- they should be ripe but sliceable.

Basic Bark

Who can resist velvety chocolate -- bittersweet, milk, or white -- topped with nuts, candy, or dried fruit? Try one of these bark variations (or experimentwith your own favorite flavors): Movie Theater Bark; Dried Cherry and Orange Peel Bark; S'mores Bark; Peppermint Bark; Lime and Macadamia Nut Bark; Pistachio, Dried Cranberry, and Toasted-Coconut Bark; Cookies-and-Cream Bark; Crackly Two-Tone Bark; Peanut Butter Swirl Bark.

Best Coconut Cream Pie

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This classic coconut cream pie is well worth the time it takes to cook. It'll be one of the best recipes in your repetoire.

Vanilla or Chocolate Pudding

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Rediscover homemade pudding's comforting simplicity, then see how versatile it can be. Choose one or the other, or make them both! Use this basic recipe to create the following flavor variations and desserts: Chai-Cinnamon Pudding, Mocha-Chip Pudding, Rum-Raisin Pudding, Peanut-Butter Chocolate Parfaits, Boston Cream Pie, and Raspberry Napoleons.

Tomato Burrata Bites

No-cook finger food at its finest! Sweet Campari tomatoes are stuffed with rich, creamy burrata and finished with fresh basil.

Our Favorite Blueberry Muffins

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Blueberry muffins are a breakfast staple in most homes. This recipe from "Martha's Entertaining" features two options to finish: make a crumb topping, or sprinkle granulated sugar and freshly grated mace over the batter just before baking.

Creme Brulee

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One of Martha Stewart's favorites, creme brulee's seductive secret lies in the contrast between the brittle caramelized topping and the smooth, creamy custard beneath. French for "burnt cream," creme brulee is best served immediately after caramelizing its sweet, sugary surface.

Apple-Cinnamon Bundt Cake

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This classic, moist Bundt cake will fill your home with the scent of comfort food.

German Apple Cake

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This is a great cake to make if you have extra apples in the house. If you don't have any apples, you can substitute peaches or plums.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).

Gingerbread For Houses

After much experimentation, we've discovered that this recipe for intensely-scented and sturdy gingerbread makes the finest building blocks your gingerbread house could hope for.

Hot Spinach Dip

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This rich, creamy dish makes the perfect party dip. Otherwise, you might devour it all yourself.

Broiled Oysters

Oysters take very little time to cook. Our pan-broiled hors d'oeuvre, which consists of oysters tossed with herbs and showered with olive oil and Parmesan, spends just minutes in the oven; serve with crusty bread for soaking up the sauce.

Sauteed Polenta with Roasted Tomatoes

For an irresistible appetizer, serve triangles of crispy, warm polenta topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh ricotta, and herbs. You can cook the polenta ahead and leave it to chill. Roast the cherry tomatoes and sauté the cooled polenta pieces just before serving. They're delicious but a little messy, so serve them on plates rather than as finger food.

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