Holiday Planning: Recipes That Take 30 Minutes or Less
Holiday party planning doesn't have to mean a trip to Costco to stock up on frozen jalapeno poppers (not that there's anything wrong with that). For your next gig, head to the house of normal-size groceries and stock up on ingredients, because this time, you're making all of your party food all by yourself. Impressive? Yes. Difficult? Not so much.
- Whip up a batch of Chickpea and Red Pepper Dip, Pesto Goat Cheese Dip or White Bean Dip the night before your party. Come party time, toss out some chips or pita crisps and you're good to go.
- Make rolled-up sandwiches with store-bought flavored hummus.
- Blue Granny Appetizers may sound a little kooky, but they're really delicious and cheap and easy to make.
- Parmesan Garlic Toasts take 20 minutes to make—but will disappear in five.
- For a fun twist on chicken satay, skewer Mediterranean Chicken Tenders and serve with ranch dressing.
- Cheesy Artichoke Bites can be made ahead of time and frozen for up to three months—you know, in case you're the "plan ahead" type.
- Make fresh salads like Edamame Basil Salad, Strawberry Salad and Citrus Bean Salad for a colorful, healthy addition to your party spread.
- Set up a pizza bar or a pack-your-own-pita station where guests can make their own creations.
- Your holiday party planning can't go wrong with chips and homemade guacamole.
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