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My fellow quilter is kind enough to open her house for get together. We are all going to take an appetizer. I initially thought to take cookies but it seems that's what everyone else is taking. Any suggestions for a quickie, tasty appetizer?

Quiche, cut in finger food sized pieces.

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Originally Posted by sewbizgirl (Post 8174684)

Quiche, cut in finger food sized pieces.

.......... or done as miniature tarts/quiche.

What about a cheese ball and crackers? Or vegetables and dip? There are some cute display ideas for both on Pinterest.

Vegetable dip tray. I know at our get togethers there are way too many sweets. Now sweets are my weakness, but it's oh so nice to have a plain carrot stick or celery to cut the sweetness.

Deviled eggs is my favorite finger food to take to get togethers.

This is a great cheese ball recipe & very easy to make.

Dried Beef Cheese Ball
2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
6 oz. dried beef, washed thoroughly & cut into small pieces
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 t. onion powder
1/2 t. garlic powder
2 T. Worcestershire sauce
Finely chopped nuts

In a medium size mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, dried beef, green onions, onion powder, garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce. Form the mixture into a ball. Roll the ball in finely chopped nuts & refrigerate overnight.

chex mix? I add a lot of crackers and pretzels and nuts to mine.

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Originally Posted by NZquilter (Post 8174761)

Deviled eggs is my favorite finger food to take to get togethers.

x2. My tray holds 24 halves, bigger than most. Always empty to go home.

I’ve made a similar recipe of this cheese ball for 40 years. It’s a family favorite!!

Here are a couple of my 'go-to' quick appetizers..

ShoePeg Corn Dip (I don't always put in the jalapenos) - https://thesouthernladycooks.com/201...epeg-corn-dip/ I buy the big Fritos for this dip.

Artichoke Dip - https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/14...artichoke-dip/ You can use Pita Chips, Baguette Bread or just about any type of cracker/chip that you prefer for this dip.

There are many ways to make Tortilla Pinwheels that are always a hit too.

Good luck!

Christine

For our Quilting group Christmas Party, I'm taking sausage and cheese balls, also plan to take a darling Christmas tree cheese (ball) I found on BettyCrocker.com site there are 55 Best Holiday appetizers with the free recipes on her site. You might want check her site out.

A friend needed an easy app for a church gettogether recently. I did stuffed celery for her. One batch with cream cheese/bacon bit stuffing; one batch with cream cheese/chopped walnut stuffing. Apparently every piece was gone before she even got any, lol! Quick and easy.

I second the stuffed celery. It's a favorite of mine!

For a quick item, I buy the package of phyllo cups and fill them with a chicken salad, tuna salad or even a thick pudding (my friend's favorite is a banana pudding with a crushed vanilla wafer on top). They are the perfect bite size treat and couldn't be faster and easier!

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Originally Posted by NJ Quilter (Post 8175181)

You just reminded me of one my Mother used to do at Christmas time ...... prunes stuffed with orange cream cheese. Hated the thought then, but now ... I think I just may like it!

Stuffed celery for us meant stuffed with cheez whiz!
The irony ... liked it then, but now ... hate the stuff!
Now, just give me cheddar cheese. The older the better! :)
(and yes, I hated old cheese as a kid)

I have made this cheese ball several times. I have even cut the recipe in half when I want something for a smaller gathering. It has always impressed and there has rarely been any leftovers. Plus it's just darn cute!!
https://www.familyfreshmeals.com/201...eese-ball.html

WOW You guys are really good!!!! Party is tomorrow so now I have to choose. THANK YOU!!!!

I have a similar type party on Saturday, so I'm enjoying all the answers too. Think I will bring quiche and stuffed celery to mine.

This is a great recipe and is a sweet twist to a cheese ball. Enjoy.

Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese Ball

1 package ( 8 oz) cream cheese, softened
½ cup butter (no substitutions), softened
¾ cup powdered sugar
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla
¾ cup miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips
¾ cup finely chopped nuts
Graham crackers

Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually add sugars and
Vanilla. Beat just until combined. Stir in chocolate chips. Cover and
refrigerate for 2 hours. Place cream cheese mixture on a large piece
of plastic wrap. Shape into a ball. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Just before serving, roll cheese ball in nuts. Serve with graham crackers.

Yield: 1 cheese ball – about 2 cups
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Quick, easy, not sweet
use one block of cream cheese
Put it on a pretty plate with a cheese spreader
pour salsa over the cream cheese
Put some crackers on a plate
Done. Disappears quickly!

BONUS: You can assemble it all at the location of the party, so no spills or mishaps on the way to the gathering.

May I suggest this colorful dessert it is so yummy

2-Small Boxes Strawberry Jello

1-Large Can Crushed Pineapples "Drained"
1-Can Strawberry Pie Filling

Then mix these three together
1-8oz.Sour Cream
1-Block Cream Cheese
1/2-Cup Sugar

Pecan Halves

In a 9/13 Glass Dish put the jello in and add 2-Cups Boiling Hot Water Stir until it Dissolves Completely
Then add the Can of Strawberry Pie Filling and The Can of Drained Crushed Pineapples {Stir this into the jello}

Let this stay in the refrigerator until it sets up

Then Mix the Sour Cream and Cream Cheese and Sugar together Spread this mixture over the top of Jello mixture

Then put halves of Pecan on the top
This is a cold dessert Hope y'all enjoy this
Merry Christmas and many Blessings

I'm so sorry I just read where the party was earlier I'm so sorry for posting,,Please forgive me

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Originally Posted by mountain-moma (Post 8177397)

I'm so sorry I just read where the party was earlier I'm so sorry for posting,,Please forgive me

That's OK ... I'm quite happy to get your recipe.
Looks like easy, yet quite tasty!
I'm always keen to find new easy ones ... yet look impressive.
This probably fits the bill!

Brie melted in the center of a round loaf of sourdough. The bread you scoop out, cut into large pieces to toast in oven to dip into the gooey cheese. Wrap the loaf with the Brie inside in foil. Heat at 375 until bubbly. Toast the pieces around it on a baking sheet. Easy and tasty.