Simple, nostalgic bites that never fail to impress.

party cheese ball

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Sausage Balls - Southern Living

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Southern Living Cheese Straws on a platter to serve

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pepper jelly on a block of cream cheese

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Southern Living Dill Pickles in jars to serve

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Southern Living Cucumber Vidalia Onion Salad in a bowl to serve

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Baked brie with pomegranate and pistachios on a white plate

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