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Dawn's Candied Walnuts

Provided 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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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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Mini Crescent Dogs

Provided by: Pillsbury® Crescents

Mini sausages are all wrapped up in flaky crescents in an all-time favorite appetizer.

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Holiday Brie en Croute

Provided by: Puff Pastry

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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White Chocolate Snack Mix

Provided by: Sue

Here is a sweet snack mix that is delicious and colorful. Saltiness and sweetness is the best combination! Don't be afraid of trying other cereals, candy or nuts. Salted almonds, granola, or, butterscotch chips would be fine substitutes or additions.

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Dried Cherries, Pecans and Rosemary Brie en Croute

Provided by: Puff Pastry

Dried cherries, toasted pecans, and honey top this brie round baked in puff pastry.

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Bacon Water Chestnut Wraps

Provided by: Taste of Home

The holidays around the house just wouldn't be the same without these classic wraps. Through the years, Christmas Eve guests have proven it's impossible to eat just one. --Laura Mahaffey, Annapolis, Maryland

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Cream-Filled Strawberries

Provided by: Taste of Home

'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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Water Chestnut Wraparounds

Submitted by: JJOHN32

Another item for the Christmas open house or buffet table.

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Caramel Corn Snack Mix

Submitted by: PAMPERED

This is a sweet party snack mix recipe.

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Polish Pickles

Provided by: Cheryl Lowther

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

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Coffee Cream Cheese Spread

Provided by: Taste of Home

Even folks who don't care for coffee can't resist this mild-flavored spread. It's a fun way to dress up homemade breads. --Ruth Hastings, Louisville, Illinois

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Sherry Fruit Dip

Provided by: Taste of Home

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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Nutty Popcorn Party Mix

Provided by: Taste of Home

Whoever receives this crunchy concoction is guaranteed merry munching. The snapped-up-in-seconds party mix features a combination of sweet and savory flavors. --Zita Wilensky, North Miami Beach, Florida

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Orange-Ginger Fruit Dip

Provided by: Taste of Home

A platter of colorful cut-up fruit surrounding a bowl of this fluffy no-fuss dip will sweeten any holiday buffet table. It's a great way to get kids to eat fruit, too!

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Burnt Peanuts

Provided by: Taste of Home

As far as my family's concerned, I can't make this nutty snack too often. In fact, I save pint jars throughout the year as containers for this popular Christmas present.

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Caraway Cheese Ball

Submitted by: JLamb36

Living In: Hyattsville, Maryland, USA

The caraway seeds add a nutty, rustic flavor that complements the sharp tang of the Cheddar cheese.

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Smoked Sausage Cups

Provided by: Puff Pastry

These bite-sized appetizers feature spicy kielbasa flavored with Dijon-style mustard and marmalade atop flaky puff pastry cups.

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Dilled Shrimp (Rejer)

Submitted by: WOLSELEY

Home Town: Enslev, Midtjylland, Denmark

Living In: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

You can't have a Danish holiday meal without endless platters of dilled shrimp. Served on a red serving platter, it makes the perfect Christmas dish that will have your guests heaping up pyramids of shrimp on their plates. No Scandinavian buffet would be complete without it!

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Spinach Pastry Diamonds

Provided by: Campbell's Kitchen

An updated version of an appetizing Greek favorite -- it features spinach, onion, eggs, nutmeg, Swiss cheese and mushroom soup in between two pastry layers. All baked to flaky goodness.