{"id":19235,"date":"2015-03-09T16:13:57","date_gmt":"2015-03-09T23:13:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/?p=19235"},"modified":"2015-03-05T16:43:41","modified_gmt":"2015-03-05T23:43:41","slug":"quick-and-easy-appetizers-to-become-the-ultimate-party-host","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wine-and-dining\/quick-and-easy-appetizers-to-become-the-ultimate-party-host\/","title":{"rendered":"Quick and Easy Appetizers to Become the Ultimate Party Host"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031440\/dv366026a.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone  wp-image-19237 pk-lazyload\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"dv366026a\"  width=\"592\"  height=\"455\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 592px) 100vw, 592px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031440\/dv366026a.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031440\/dv366026a.jpg 471w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031440\/dv366026a-300x231.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031440\/dv366026a-380x292.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031440\/dv366026a-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031440\/dv366026a-83x63.jpg 83w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Hosting a party doesn\u2019t have to be stressful or expensive. \u00a0It only takes preparing a few appetizers to keep your guests full and happy, making you the ultimate party host!<\/p>\n<p>Featured below are some recipes for appetizers. \u00a0These recipes are simple and tasty. \u00a0Not to mention, it looks like you put in a lot more effort than you\u00a0will need to!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Kale and White Bean Crostini<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19236 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031437\/enhanced-buzz-22299-1361295003-6-80x113.jpg\"  alt=\"enhanced-buzz-22299-1361295003-6\"  width=\"550\"  height=\"776\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031437\/enhanced-buzz-22299-1361295003-6.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031437\/enhanced-buzz-22299-1361295003-6.jpg 550w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031437\/enhanced-buzz-22299-1361295003-6-213x300.jpg 213w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031437\/enhanced-buzz-22299-1361295003-6-380x536.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031437\/enhanced-buzz-22299-1361295003-6-80x113.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031437\/enhanced-buzz-22299-1361295003-6-57x80.jpg 57w\" ><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 small baguette sliced<\/li>\n<li>1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n<li>3-4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)<\/li>\n<li>about 1\/2 teaspoon lemon zest<\/li>\n<li>a few teaspoons fresh, chopped rosemary (reserve some for garnish)<\/li>\n<li>a few pinches of red pepper flakes\u00a0(plus extra for garnish)<\/li>\n<li>1 shallot, chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 garlic cloves (reserve 1\/2 of one for rubbing on toasted bread)<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 bunch kale (approx. 3-4 leaves), stems removed<\/li>\n<li>splash of white wine<\/li>\n<li>salt & pepper<\/li>\n<li>big shaving of fresh parmesan, for each toast<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Find the full recipe and directions <a href=\"http:\/\/camillestyles.com\/food-and-drink\/in-season-kale-white-bean-crostini\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Bacon Wrapped Dates with Goat Cheese<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19238 pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031443\/enhanced-buzz-5920-1361295859-0-80x53.jpg\"  alt=\"enhanced-buzz-5920-1361295859-0\"  width=\"625\"  height=\"416\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 625px) 100vw, 625px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031443\/enhanced-buzz-5920-1361295859-0.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031443\/enhanced-buzz-5920-1361295859-0.jpg 625w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031443\/enhanced-buzz-5920-1361295859-0-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031443\/enhanced-buzz-5920-1361295859-0-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031443\/enhanced-buzz-5920-1361295859-0-80x53.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031443\/enhanced-buzz-5920-1361295859-0-620x413.jpg 620w\" ><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>20 medjool dates (or any large date), pitted<\/li>\n<li>1 small log of fresh chevre<\/li>\n<li>10 strips of bacon (cut in half crosswise)<\/li>\n<li>Toothpicks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Find the full recipe and directions <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thekitchykitchen.com\/?recipes=\/devils-on-horseback-bacon-wrapped-dates-filled-with-goat-cheese\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caramelized Onion and Shallot Dip<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19239 aligncenter pk-lqip pk-lazyload\"  src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031447\/enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4-80x80.jpg\"  alt=\"enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4\"  width=\"625\"  height=\"625\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 625px) 100vw, 625px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031447\/enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031447\/enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4.jpg 625w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031447\/enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031447\/enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031447\/enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031447\/enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031447\/enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4-380x380.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031447\/enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4-620x620.jpg 620w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031447\/enhanced-buzz-28822-1361296230-4-200x200.jpg 200w\" ><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"row col-xs-12 col-sm-12 col-md-8 col-lg-8\">\n<div class=\"ingredients-container col-xs-12 col-sm-4 col-md-5 col-lg-5\">\n<div class=\"ingredient-sets\">\n<div class=\"ingredient-set first\">\n<ul class=\"ingredients\">\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">2<\/span> <span class=\"unit\">pounds<\/span> <span class=\"name\">large yellow or white onions, thinly sliced<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">2<\/span> <span class=\"name\">large shallots, thinly sliced (about 6 ounces total)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">4<\/span> <span class=\"name\">sprigs thyme<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\/4<\/span> <span class=\"unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"name\">olive oil<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"name\">Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1<\/span> <span class=\"unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"name\">dry white wine<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">2<\/span> <span class=\"unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"name\">Sherry vinegar<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">2<\/span> <span class=\"unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"name\">sour cream<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\/4<\/span> <span class=\"unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"name\">minced fresh chives<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\/4<\/span> <span class=\"unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"name\">plain whole-milk Greek yogurt<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">2<\/span> <span class=\"unit\">teaspoons<\/span> <span class=\"name\">onion powder<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Find the full recipe and directions <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bonappetit.com\/recipe\/caramelized-onion-and-shallot-dip\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Pear and Gorgonzola<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone  wp-image-19240 pk-lazyload\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"enhanced-buzz-32321-1361297068-0\"  width=\"638\"  height=\"492\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 638px) 100vw, 638px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031451\/enhanced-buzz-32321-1361297068-0.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031451\/enhanced-buzz-32321-1361297068-0.jpg 550w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031451\/enhanced-buzz-32321-1361297068-0-300x231.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031451\/enhanced-buzz-32321-1361297068-0-380x293.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031451\/enhanced-buzz-32321-1361297068-0-80x62.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031451\/enhanced-buzz-32321-1361297068-0-83x63.jpg 83w\" ><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Ingredients:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>15 or so fresh Brussels sprouts, cut in half<\/li>\n<li>2 red pears, skin-on sliced<\/li>\n<li>Small chunk Gorgonzola cheese\u00a0(about\u00a02 oz or\u00a060 grams), or other cheese of choice, sliced<\/li>\n<li>30 or so dried cranberries<\/li>\n<li>Olive oil<\/li>\n<li>Sea salt & coarse black\u00a0pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Find the full recipe and directions <a href=\"http:\/\/www.inspirededibles.ca\/2012\/11\/roasted-brussels-sprouts-with-red-pear.html\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Stuffed Portabello Mushrooms<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031454\/enhanced-buzz-22386-1361298598-10.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  class=\"alignnone  wp-image-19241 pk-lazyload\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"enhanced-buzz-22386-1361298598-10\"  width=\"668\"  height=\"445\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 668px) 100vw, 668px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031454\/enhanced-buzz-22386-1361298598-10.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031454\/enhanced-buzz-22386-1361298598-10.jpg 600w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031454\/enhanced-buzz-22386-1361298598-10-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031454\/enhanced-buzz-22386-1361298598-10-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/valleygirlblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/25031454\/enhanced-buzz-22386-1361298598-10-80x53.jpg 80w\" ><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>6 portobello mushroom caps, washed and dried with stems removed<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup tomato sauce (you can use your favorite jarred pasta sauce)<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup sliced black olives<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup sliced mini sweet peppers<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup minced red onion<\/li>\n<li>Cherry tomatoes, sliced (use what you feel is a desirable amount for each pizza)<\/li>\n<li>Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced (package sizes vary from 5-8 ounces, just use what you feel is necessary for each pizza)<\/li>\n<li>Fresh basil for garnish (optional)<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon of Italian seasonings, divided<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Find the full recipe and directions <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sheknows.com\/food-and-recipes\/articles\/981585\/stuffed-portobello-mushroom-pizza-recipe\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Hosting a party doesn\u2019t have to be stressful or expensive. \u00a0It only takes preparing a few appetizers 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