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5 Holiday Appetizers With One Thing in Common -- Cheese!

October 07, 2015

By: Brian Patrick Flynn

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These delectable cheese-based appetizers will be the hit of your holiday party. And the best part? They're almost too easy to make.

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Cheese Appetizer Recipe

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More Cheese, Please!

Everybody loves cheese! We've taken cheese to new heights with five quick and delicious appetizer that are perfect for any gathering this holiday season.

Brie and Sun-Dried Tomatoes Served in Mushroom Caps

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Brie and Sun-Dried Tomato-Stuffed Mushrooms

Hollow out portabella mushroom caps and stuff with creamy chunks of brie cheese. Pop them in the oven for 5-10 minutes. Top each stuffed mushroom with a slice of sun-dried tomato and thyme.

Cheese Appetizer Recipe

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Brie and Sun-Dried Tomato-Stuffed Mushrooms

When guests arrive, watch as these savory bites all disappear. Get the recipe.

No-Cook Gorgonzola Cheese Balls

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No-Bake Gorgonzola Cheese Balls

Combine gorgonzola, cream cheese, chopped rosemary and a splash of white wine. Add in walnut pieces and salt and pepper for texture. Refrigerate, then form into balls. Garnish with rosemary.

Cheese Appetizer Recipe

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No-Bake Gorgonzola Cheese Balls

This make-ahead appetizer is quick, easy and delicious. Get the recipe.

Cheese Appetizer Recipe

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Sparkling Cranberry Brie Bites

Top a cracker with cranberry chutney, a slice of brie cheese and a sugared cranberry.

Cheese Appetizer Recipe

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Sparkling Cranberry Brie Bites

Relish in the combination of savory and sweet with this beautiful appetizer that layers cranberries, brie and cranberry chutney on a salty cracker. Get the recipe.

Artichoke and Cheese Bites in Wonton Shells

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Mozzarella and Artichoke Wonton Bites

Fill baked wonton shells with a mixture of parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, mozzarella cheese and artichoke hearts. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Get the recipe.

Parmesan Spinach Balls

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Parmesan Spinach Balls

To create these yummy spinach balls, combine spinach and eggs with onion, garlic, stuffing, parmesan and butter. Mix and roll together into a ball. Chill and then bake for 15-20 minutes. Get the recipe.

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