9. Start the Party With Style
Don't eat Ham-and-Cheese Skewers a piece at a time. Enjoy all the pieces at once to fully experience the smoky-sweet flavor and creamy-crisp texture of these appetizers. Ask a guest or two to serve, or place on a coffee or sofa table.

Stash a few recipes of Hot Roast Beef Party Sandwiches in the freezer for tree-trimming nibbles, unexpected guests, or an open house. Max freezing time is one month, so stock the freezer early in November for Thanksgiving entertaining and early in December for Christmas and New Year's parties.

Mix-and-Mingle Appetizers
Southern Shrimp Cocktails are perfect to kick off a dinner party or to serve in the living room at an open house. Allow two or three cocktails per guest.