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Tomato, Basil and Ricotta Appetizer .. or Make it a Meal!

February 29, 2016 by thesimplecelebration 0 comments

It’s easy to make this recipe into a meal, just add cooked shrimp or chicken before baking. This makes a great lunch reheated the next day!

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Plum Crostini Appetizer

March 25, 2015 by thesimplecelebration 0 comments

Vicki’s daughter, Jennifer, was in California on business and had this appetizer while dining out. She loved it so much, she got the recipe and wanted to share it with The Simple Celebration followers:

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Spicy Cheese Crisps – Another Awesome “Make-Ahead and Freeze” Appetizer

September 17, 2014 by thesimplecelebration 0 comments

This is another great recipe to make in advance of your party – even weeks ahead. It is a great compliment to wine and is one that people have a hard time “eating just one.” This recipe is easy to double and will keep fresh in a Ziplock bag for several days after the party. […]

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Make and Take Layered Avocado Dip – Ready in Minutes!

March 3, 2014 by thesimplecelebration 0 comments

Looking for a quick appetizer to bring to a party? This is it! You can make this dip in advance without worrying about the avocados turning brown. The fresh lemon juice and sour cream layer keep the avocados a nice, bright green color. Serve with tortilla chips – the multi-grain “Scoops” are a perfect match. […]

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Mexi-Corn Salsa Appetizer

January 31, 2014 by thesimplecelebration 1 comment

Another simple recipe from The Simple Celebration! This appetizer goes together very quickly, can be made well ahead of your get-together, and looks and tastes great. Recipe courtesy of Evie from Cincinnati.

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Potato & Smoked Salmon Starter

December 23, 2013 by simplycelebrate 0 comments

Instead of serving salad as a first course, try this potato and smoked salmon dish. Jumbo cooked shrimp easily substitutes for the salmon if one of your guests does not care for smoked salmon.

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Crowd Pleasing Mexican Cheesecake – NOT a Dessert

November 15, 2013 by asimplecelebrationstpete 1 comment

Mary-Ellen writes: This recipe originated from my sister, Kathleen. Because of the size of our family, holidays always were, and still are, a group effort filled with “assignments.” One year Kathy was assigned appetizers and she said she would bring something she had recently at a party called Mexican Cheesecake. I thought it sounded […]

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Hot ‘N Spicy Shrimp Dip

September 13, 2013 by asimplecelebrationstpete 4 comments

This appetizer can be as spicy as you want – it all depends on the level of heat in the salsa you use.

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Elegant Smoked Salmon Appetizer

August 30, 2013 by asimplecelebrationstpete 0 comments

By having a few ingredients on hand, you can put this appetizer together in no time. Purchase smoked salmon in the package and it will last several months before opening. Purchase a baguette, slice it, and freeze the slices in a freezer bag – it will last for about a month. Capers come jarred […]

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Tuna Wonton Anyone?

April 17, 2013 by asimplecelebrationstpete 2 comments

Wow your guests with this simple, colorful recipe! Serving this dish with wonton crisps not only keeps the calorie count low, but it also allows the delicate taste of the tuna to shine through. What’s more, by chopping all ingredients early the day of the party (except for the avocado which you chop right before […]

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