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    The best simple party appetizers

    March 16, 2023 by Easiest Party Ever Leave a Comment

    The best simple party appetizers

    When I'm planning a party, I have one of two modes:

    • Mode 1: this is a serious event, like my wedding I planned in 3 days. In mode 1 I'm going to need catering because I am not qualified to perform at the level I'd like. My specialty is balloon garlands, not even overall decorating, and food is just too much for me to handle.
    • Mode 2: friends and family. Probably for one of my children's birthday parties or a casual holiday gathering. I'll attempt to make a few appetizers to please the crowd... but likely still order pizzas in bulk. Re-read sentence 3 of Mode 1 to understand why this is necessary.

    What I can easily make to provide noms for my peeps:

    Do not look at the ingredients. Just make the food. Don't think about your diet. Just make the food. Your peeps (family, friends, neighbors) will thank you. I do consider myself a somewhat crunchy toddler mama, but when you're throwing a party it's best to remember that you're in survival mode.

    If there's an easier route offered in these recipes (like buying bacon bits instead of frying your own bacon or buying a rotisserie chicken) I definitely did that, instead. If there's a fancy board with fruits or veggies, rest assured I chose the 15 mins or less recipe online for you guys... but I actually just cut up whatever I had in the fridge because toddlers and threw it on my cutting board. #LikeaBoss #MomBoss

    💥Captain Rodney’s Dip anyone? The. Best. Dip. Ever.👋
    Captain Rodney’s Dip is the ultimate party food. This outrageously good dip recipe is what every party, tailgate, and cookout needs!
    Check out this recipe
    💥Captain Rodney’s Dip anyone? The. Best. Dip. Ever.👋

    Call me PC does an excellent job with this recipe.

    Buffalo Chicken Dip
    Buffalo Chicken Dip is a sinfully creamy and mouthwatering appetizer infused with hot wing flavours! Perfect food for any special occasion!
    Check out this recipe
    Buffalo Chicken Dip
    This Pigs In A Blanket Recipe Is Our Best Thanks To One Special Ingredient
    It’s giving Auntie Anne’s…
    Check out this recipe
    This Pigs In A Blanket Recipe Is Our Best Thanks To One Special Ingredient
    Crack Dip
    Make this easy crack dip recipe with bacon, cheese, ranch, sour cream, and green onions. Everyone loves this creamy, irresistible hot dip!
    Check out this recipe
    Crack Dip
    Fruit Charcuterie Board (with Fruit Board Ideas) - Chenée Today
    This simple fruit charcuterie board is one of my favorite unique charcuterie board ideas! It’s like a healthier cookie charcuterie board!
    Check out this recipe
    Fruit Charcuterie Board (with Fruit Board Ideas) - Chenée Today
    Veggie Charcuterie Board - The Recipe Critic
    Every get-together needs a nutritious veggie charcuterie board full of colorful vegetables beautifully displayed all together. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish, this healthy board of fresh veggies is a hit served with a side of hummus and ranch dressing.
    Check out this recipe
    Veggie Charcuterie Board - The Recipe Critic

    At that point, because I'm a minimalist, I'm throwing some bottled water in an ice chest and calling it a day. I also ask my grandma to make my kid's birthday cakes and usually end up getting Papa Johns delivered.

    Please don't think this is a comprehensive guide on how to feed a crowd. It's just how I pretend to know what I'm doing when throwing a party at home. Which likely means that I'm simultaneously cleaning my house in somewhat-manic-shame. Because there's nothing quite like realizing how raggedy your fixer upper is approximately 2 hours before your daughter's party starts.

    Did you try one of these recipes? Tell me about it below!

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