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Mini chicken tinga tacos topped with cotija and cilantro served in lime halves.

Mini Chicken Tinga Tacos

Home > Mini Chicken Tinga Tacos These mini chicken tinga tacos are crisp, smoky, and easy to serve as a party appetizer. The rotisserie chicken keeps the filling simple, while chipotle, tomato, cotija, and lime bring plenty of flavor in a small bite. Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Total time: 40 minutes Makes: About 20 to 30 mini tacos, depending on cutter size Make Ahead · Bite-Size · Party Appetizer by Amy Aversa Ingredients For the Tinga 3 cups shredded rotisserie

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Golden puff pastry pockets filled with mozzarella and prosciutto for a party appetizer.

Mozzarella and Prosciutto Puff Pastry Pockets

Home > Mozzarella and Prosciutto Puff Pastry Pockets These puff pastry pockets are flaky, cheesy, and easy to serve as a warm party appetizer. Mozzarella and prosciutto make the filling feel a little special, while the puff pastry keeps everything simple. Prep time: 15 minutes Bake time: 15 to 20 minutes Yields: 9 pockets Make Ahead · Bite-Size · Party Appetizer by Amy Aversa Ingredients 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed 1 cup shredded mozzarella 4 to 5 slices prosciutto, torn into smaller pieces 1

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Grilled Cheese Bites by Sweet Basil Catering NYC

Grilled Cheese Bites

Home > Grilled Cheese Bites These grilled cheese bites turn a classic comfort food into a party-ready appetizer. They’re crisp, buttery, cheesy, and finished with a small swipe of tomato paste and fresh chives. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10 to 15 minutes Yields: 48 bites Make Ahead · Bite-Size · Party Appetizer by Amy Aversa Ingredients 8 slices thick-sliced sandwich bread, such as Pepperidge Farm Hearty White Bread 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 4 tablespoons mayonnaise ½

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Spicy salmon cucumber cups topped with creamy sriracha salmon, served as bite-sized appetizers on fresh cucumber slices. Recipe by Amy Aversa, Sweet Basil Catering NYC

Spicy Salmon Cucumber Cups

Home > Spicy Salmon Cucumber Cups These Spicy Salmon Cucumber Cups are the perfect bite-sized hors d’oeuvres for a cocktail party. They’re a wonderful combination of creamy, spicy salmon and cool, crunchy cucumber. Best of all, they come together in about 15 minutes with no cooking required. Prep time: 20 minutes Servings: 12-15 cups Make ahead · Bite-Size · Party Appetizer by Amy Aversa Ingredients 8 oz sushi-grade salmon fillet, skin removed 2 tablespoons Kewpie mayo  2 tablespoons sriracha sauce 1 teaspoon soy sauce

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Tuna tartare served on crispy wonton chips with avocado recipe by Sweet Basil Catering NYC

Tuna Tartare on Wonton Crisps

Home > Tuna Tartare on Wonton Crisps This tuna tartare hors d’oeuvre is a great way to start a dinner party. It’s fresh, light, and always a hit at cocktail gatherings. Make ahead · Bite-Size · Party Appetizer by Amy Aversa Ingredients For the Tuna Tartare: 6 oz fresh sushi-grade tuna, diced 1 ripe avocado, diced 1 tablespoon soy sauce  1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon minced shallot 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional) Kosher salt to taste For

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