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Best Baby Shower Appetizers

April 15, 2015
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Baby Shower Ideas: How To Make Brownie-Pop Rattles
Ace the baby shower planning with these downright delicious appetizers. Mom-to-be and her guests will swoon over your sophisticated finger foods, and no one needs to know just how easy they are to prepare.
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Sweet Pea Crostini

Sweet-Pea Mash on Toast
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Give the guest of honor the recipe for this delicious sweet pea mash -- when blended smoothly it easily doubles as baby food!

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Deviled Egg Trio

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Virtually everyone loves a good deviled egg. Pick one variety to prepare, or make all three -- classic, bacon and cheese, and edamame -- and let your guests choose their favorites.

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Mini Crab Cake Bites

Mini Crab Cake Bites
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Keep these crispy, mouth-watering appetizers warm in a 250° oven until you're ready to serve.

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Puff Pastry Cheese Swirls

Puff Pastry Cheese Swirls
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Use a good store-bought pesto for these savory treats, or make your own by pulsing the following in a food processor until smooth: 2 cups fresh basil, 1/4 cup pine nuts, 3/4 cup Parmesan, 3/4 cup olive oil, and 3 garlic cloves, chopped. Add salt and pepper to taste.

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Baby Shower Ideas: How To Make Brownie-Pop Rattles

Add some bite-sized sweets to the baby shower menu with these brownie-pop rattles.

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Cheesy Pear Quesadilla

Cheesy Pear Quesadilla
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Cross French flavors with a classic Mexican crowd-pleaser to get this yummy finger food. If you can't find Gruyere cheese, any creamy Swiss will do.

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Spicy-Sweet Nuts

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This recipe is so easy you'll never buy spiced nuts again. Try to be patient: the nuts will crisp up as they cool.

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Amazing Onion Dip

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Give this creamy dip a deep, rich and sweet flavor by caramelizing the onions first. Then serve the dip alongside your favorite raw veggies, like sliced carrots, celery, and bell peppers.

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Shrimp and Pepper Bruschetta

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Who says bruschetta can only be topped with tomatoes? Pack a flavorful punch by adding delicious shrimp and herbs on top of grilled bread.

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Bacon and Leek Tartlets

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Just four ingredients, salt, and pepper come together to make these sophisticated little bites your guests will devour.

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White Bean and Rosemary Crostini

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Think of this creamy spread as an Italian twist on hummus. It's equally good spread on crackers or used as a dip for veggies.

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