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emmentaler & gruyère fondue
Serves 6 1 clove garlic, smashed, peeled, and cut in half 1 1/2 cups crisp white wine 1/2 pound Gruyère, grated roughly 1/2 pound Emmentaler, grated roughly 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon kirsch,...
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lemongrass shrimp skewers
Makes 12 skewers Transform ordinary shrimp into a wedding shower–worthy dish! The presentation of this dish on lemongrass skewers makes an instant appetizer look stylish and fancy, and the lemongrass...
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baby arugula salad with grapefruit & avocado
Serves 6 as a side salad I love the creaminess of avocado combined with the bright flavors of grapefruit and tender baby arugula. This salad would also work well with baby spinach. 6-ounce package baby...
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nutty goatcheese morsels
Makes approximately 16 morsels Work in small batches, keeping the remaining cheese refrigerated: colder cheese makes for easier rolling. 1⁄2 cup salted walnuts or hazelnuts 8 ounces goat cheese Grind...
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hot wings with pineapple glaze & creamy blue cheese dip
Makes 16 pieces These are a staple for parties at my house. I like drumettes because they are so meaty, but you could substitute wings, with the tips removed, if you prefer. You can make the pineapple...
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bacon-wrapped dates
Makes 20 dates Make the bundles ahead, and reheat before the party. 20 dates, pitted 20 almonds, shelled 10 slices bacon Preheat oven to 400°F. To pit dates, run a knife down one side lengthwise and...
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smoked salmon roll-ups
Makes 18 pieces These are fancy looking and easy to make, and there’s no cooking required! 8 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced 4 ounces cream cheese with chives Juice of 1 lemon 32 capers 18 chives,...
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tarragon chicken tea sandwiches
Makes 10 sandwiches The secret to these dainty sandwiches is to buy prepackaged miniature sliced bread, which is available in most good grocery stores and generally comes in white, wheat, rye, and...
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gruyère-stuffed dinner rolls
Makes 8 If you don’t have gruyère, you can use cheddar, goat cheese, or any cheese you like. Also, feel free to add olives, roasted peppers, or crispy bacon. . . . Use your imagination! (The photo to...
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garlic-kick mashed sweet potatoes
Serves 6–8 This sweet and savory side dish is healthy and comforting. The garlic cloves cook with the sweet potatoes, and if you wait until they’re cooked to peel the potatoes, you’ll find the skins...
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