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Appetizers for Any Crowd
Tasty tidbits perfect to serve 2, 12, 20, or more.
By Vicki A. Poellnitz / Photography Beth Dreiling Hontzas / Styling Katherine Eckert / Food Styling Kristi Michele Crowe

Dressed-up Salsa tastes as if you chopped, peeled, and worked all day long. But guess what? It's ready in about 10 minutes.

Warm Turnip Green Dip is a yummy Southern version of artichoke dip.


Three-Cheese Pimiento Cheese
Marinated Mozzarella
Warm Turnip Green Dip
Dressed-up Salsa
Baked Pita Chips

Just like slacks with an elastic waist, these recipes can easily expand as your guest list grows. The secret is to prepare each one the number of times necessary to serve the number of people you're entertaining. But watch out if you decide to multiply--strong flavors such as black pepper, garlic, and jalapeño peppers can be very overwhelming. You may need to include one-and-a-half the amount of spices for a recipe you're doubling. Trust your judgment, taste as you go, and it will be delicious.

Serve Marinated Mozzarella Three Ways

1. Thread cheese cubes and sun-dried tomatoes onto short rosemary skewers for a striking presentation.

2. For a large crowd, arrange the appetizer and flat-leaf parsley on a platter; serve with festive picks.

3. Cocktail or fondue forks are just right for popping Marinated Mozzarella into your mouth.

"Appetizers for Any Crowd" is from the Home for the Holidays 2007 issue of Southern Living.




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