These are the all-stars.
You’ll fondly recognize this blend of Cheddar, cream cheese, and Worcestershire sauce.
We added a touch of blue cheese for extra tang.
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Scoop it up on buttery crackers and transport yourself to years past.
Hot Cheesy Crab Dip
No party is complete without some kind of gooey,cheesy dip.
Crab dip is always welcome at a friendly gathering, from football tailgates to the Christmas party.
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Dig in with crackers, baguette slices, or crisp vegetables.
This simple recipe uses red and yellow heirloom tomatoes for a colorful contrast.
Use very thin white bread and cut off the crusts to keep your tea sandwiches authentic.
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We like the classic mayo-mustard spread, but change thing up for a bit more interest.
Serve it with water crackers and a crisp, seafood-friendly white wine.
This one has a short ingredient list, and it’s a winner.
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Spinach-Artichoke Dip
Ah, the dip that launched a thousand renditions.
This most iconic of snacks comes in many variations, but here’s a traditional crowd-pleaser.
Use frozen artichokes for the best flavor.
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There are just two ingredients here, but your guests will eat them upwith just about anything on top.
This indulgent version gets slathered with a homemade bechamel sauce.
Make a batch on your jelly roll pan and store for up to a week.
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These are dressed with a creamy mixture of Parmesan, bacon, and collard greens.
They can be prepared up to a day in advance of the party.
Agenuine fondue potand Sterno will keep the cheese from clumping throughout the night.
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Served with cubed bread, sliced bratwurst, steamed broccoli florets, and roasted fingerling potatoes.
A coating of brown sugar caramelizes the bacon-wrapped breadsticks.
Stick them in a fancy goblet, picnic pail, or mint julep cup, depending on the event.
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Cheese Dreams
What’s a cheese dream, you might ask?
Well, if you don’t know, bless your heart.
We wouldn’t mind if that rule stuck around.
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Serve them with a dollop of Duke’s mayonnaise mixed with Old Bay for good old Southern flavor.
(But it’s still just as popular today.)
Place it out with crackers and crudite.
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Top the tangy cream cheese filling with panko breadcrumbs and bacon for a bit of crunch.
you’re free to control the heat by scraping out all the pepper seeds or leaving some in.
Stick with the basics and serve with Saltines or butteryRitz crackers.
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Lump Crab Mornay
This dip is decadence in a dish.
This version comes from a church cookbook out of Mississippi.
Sparkling Cranberries
Like tasty little jewels, these sugared berries make the perfect party attache.
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These delights have been a favorite of holiday parties for decades.
Sausage Balls
Like so many classic recipes, this one starts with a box of Bisquick.
Simple, yet totally crowd-pleasing, sausage balls are every Southern cook’s three-ingredient trick up the sleeve.
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Crunchy, cheesy, and oh-so addicting, they’ve blessed snack tables for generations.
A cookie press with a star-shape disc will make preparation easier.
Here we tell you how to make your very own with red bell peppers and chipotle chiles.
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Rotel Sausage Dip
You knew Velveeta had to show up here somewhere.
Our recipe is made in a slow cooker just like the recipes of old.
Keep it on WARM throughout the party and serve with scoop tortilla chips.
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A dusting of everything bagel seasoning adds even more finesse.
Set out a smorgasbord of mustards and pop a coupleor a dozenin your mouth.
We won’t tell.
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You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how easily these cupcake-sized cheesecakes come together.
Our recipe calls for blueberry preserves, but feel free to substitute cherry or strawberry.
Your guests will love the classic combination of spicy crackers topped with citrusy shrimp and sweet pepper jelly.
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Assemble just before serving to keep the crackers crisp.
Grate the eggs and mash until nice and smooth for the perfect texture.
Cut into finger sandwiches and down with a cold glass of sweet tea or a frothy beer.
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The three-ingredient recipe is customizable with whatever jellies or hot sauces you have in the house.
You’ll find these go quick when kids and adults alike flock to the table.
This recipe uses cream cheese instead of mayonnaise for extra richness.
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It doesn’t get more festive than these adorable party puff sandwiches.
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