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Party Recipes

May 2005

Tired of the same old chips and salsa? Here are seven great recipes from our Recipe Guide that will please your guests and liven up the usual party fare.




food Baked Artichoke Dip
A lower-calorie alternative to regular high-fat artichoke dip.

food Baked Shrimp Toast
Instead of the fried approach, our version is baked and also features cilantro.

food Five-Spice Bean Dip
Serve this savory dip with toasted baguette slices on the side.

food Mondo Cheese Ball
Here are two versions of this classic party pleaser: one that's slightly hot and spicy, and the other speckled with bits of pimiento and green pepper.

food Pigs-in-a-Blanket
This grownup version of the traditional '50s party food adds an extra dash of flavor with grainy mustard. You can also use a fruit chutney or jalapeño jelly.

food Swedish Meatballs
Brought to this country by Scandinavian immigrants, Swedish meatballs were popular at the turn of the 20th century and then made a comeback in the 1950s.

food Spinach Poppers
A diabetes- and vegetarian-friendly version of this party staple.