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Dawn's Candied Walnuts

Submitted by: Dawn Timmerman

These walnuts are a special treat for Christmas, and are well worth the time it takes to make them.

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This is a wonderful holiday mix with everyone's favorite things in it! It's perfect served in a large bowl for snacking at holiday parties! You can substitute or add any ingredients you think will be good!

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Holiday Cranberry Chutney

Submitted by: Cheryl Lottman

A chunky chutney like this one makes a great gift for friends and neighbors. I give them the chutney in a decorated jar with a package of cream cheese and a box of crackers. It makes a lovely snack and is just as good alongside a main dish. --Cheryl Lottman Stillwater, Minnesota

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White Chocolate Party Mix

Submitted by: Althea

This is that old party standby that people just love to munch on.

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Holiday Brie en Croute

Submitted by: Campbell's Kitchen

This pastry-wrapped soft cheese can be served year 'round. Baked until the cheese melts, this elegant appetizer is topped with dried cranberries, apricot preserves and toasted almonds. Serve with crackers to a grateful crowd.

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Water Chestnut Wraparounds

Submitted by: Eleanor Johnson

Another item for the Christmas open house or buffet table.

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Cream-Filled Strawberries

Submitted by: Karin Poroslay

'These plump berries filled with a creamy pudding mixture are so elegant-looking and luscious-tasting that they're perfect for parties or holiday gatherings,' notes Karin Poroslay from Wesley Chapel, Florida

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Caramel Corn Snack Mix

Submitted by: Sarah Zeiger

This is a sweet party snack mix recipe.

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Polish Pickles

Submitted by: Cheryl Lowther

Dill pickles are wrapped with cream cheese slathered beef. Serve with buttery round crackers, if desired.

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Reindeer Snack Mix

Submitted by: Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Don't forget the reindeer! Rudolph and his pals will be dashing, dancing and prancing to gobble up this savory snack mix. Humans also will enjoy the buttery, perfectly seasoned and wonderfully crunchy combination.

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Marinated Beef Fondue

Submitted by: DeEtta Rasmussen

'Guests will enjoy cooking this boldly seasoned meat, then dipping it in zippy sauce,' notes field editor DeEtta Rasmussen of Fort Madison, Iowa.

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Toasted Almond Party Spread

Submitted by: Kim Sobota

This rich spread goes a long way at holiday parties. Almonds and Swiss cheese are a classic combination that never goes out of style. --Kim Sobota, Plymouth, Minnesota

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Praline Pecans

Submitted by: Dana Campbell

With pecans so plentiful in Texas, these sweet crunchy nuts have become an expected tradition. Everyone in my family asks me to make them again and again for festive gatherings.

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Hot Spinach Red Pepper Dip

Submitted by: Roosterlady

Home Town: Tabernacle, New Jersey, USA

Living In: Bunnell, Florida, USA

A cheesy and creamy hot dip best served in a bread bowl or spread on toasted bread.

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Festive Crab Cakes

Submitted by: Barbara Nowakowski

Barbara Nowakowski of North Tonawanda, New York stirs up excitement at parties with these picture-perfect tarts filled with a pleasant combination of cream cheese, crabmeat and cranberry sauce.

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Cheddar Herb Snacks

Submitted by: Peggy Burdick

'These quick herbed rolls really hit the spot when you're looking for a savory snack,' promises Peggy Burdick of Burlington, Michigan.

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Sherry Fruit Dip

Submitted by: Sandy Oldendick

A fruit appetizer is a nice change of pace from the rich, savory snacks so prevalent around the holidays. It's no-fuss favorite I take to many get-togethers. --Sandy Oldendick, Cincinnati, Ohio

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Cheesy Corn Spread

Submitted by: Jan Henderson

Canned Mexicorn lends a sweet twist to this cheesy crowd-pleaser from Jan Henderson of Smackover, Arkansas.

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Spruced-Up Cheese Spread

Submitted by: Judy Grimes

'A neighbor who's a wonderful cook is the one who gave me the recipe for this zippy cracker spread,' writes Judy Grimes from Brandon, Mississippi. It's easy to shape into a Christmas tree for a festive occasion. See page 58 for details.

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Fluffy Orange Spread

Submitted by: Ruth Hastings

With its pleasant orange flavor, this simple spread perfectly tops a variety of breads. Each bit has just the right amount of sweetness. --Ruth Hastings

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Dawn's Candied Walnuts

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Holiday Cranberry Chutney

White Chocolate Party Mix

Holiday Brie en Croute

Water Chestnut Wraparounds

Cream-Filled Strawberries

Caramel Corn Snack Mix

Polish Pickles

Reindeer Snack Mix

Marinated Beef Fondue

Toasted Almond Party Spread

Praline Pecans

Hot Spinach Red Pepper Dip

Festive Crab Cakes

Cheddar Herb Snacks

Sherry Fruit Dip

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Spruced-Up Cheese Spread

Fluffy Orange Spread

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