50 Crowd-Pleasing — In Other Words, Cheesy — Appetizers
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The secret to choosing a crowd-pleasing party spread is simple: don't skimp on the cheese. While this doesn't apply to vegan partygoers, pretty much everyone else is bound to crowd around anything loaded up with plenty of salty, gooey cheese. We've rounded up 50 options, so you'll have plenty of recipes to choose from when planning your next get-together.
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Warm Honey-Drizzled Feta With Pine Nuts
Get the recipe: warm honey-drizzled feta with pine nuts
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Peppery Ranch Cheese Ball
Get the recipe: peppery ranch cheese ball
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Chile Con Queso Nachos
Get the recipe: chile con queso nachos
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Bacon-Wrapped Cheddar-Stuffed Tater Tot Bombs
Get the recipe: bacon-wrapped cheddar-stuffed tater tot bombs
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Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
Get the recipe: ham and cheese pinwheels
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Apricot Jalapeño Spread With Cream Cheese
Get the recipe: apricot jalapeño spread with cream cheese
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4-Cheese Queso Dip
Get the recipe: four-cheese chorizo queso
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Grilled Brie With Cherry-Thyme Relish
Get the recipe: grilled brie with cherry-thyme relish
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Peppadew Peppers Stuffed With Whipped Feta
Get the recipe: peppadew peppers stuffed with whipped feta
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Roasted Red Pepper and Bacon Goat Cheese Truffles
Get the recipe: roasted red pepper and bacon goat cheese truffles
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Feta-Stuffed Dates
Get the recipe: prosciutto-wrapped feta-stuffed dates
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Marinated Goat Cheese With Olives
Get the recipe: marinated goat cheese with olives
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Mushroom Goat Cheese Queso
Get the recipe: mushroom goat cheese queso
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Brie With Caramel and Sliced Almonds
Get the recipe: brie with caramel and sliced almonds
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Cranberry Brie Puff Pastry Swirls
Get the recipe: cranberry brie puff pastry swirls
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Parmesan, Black Pepper, and Thyme Crackers
Get the recipe: parmesan, black pepper, and thyme crackers
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Pumpkin Goat Cheese Dip
Get the recipe: pumpkin goat cheese dip
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Brie, Cranberry, and Pancetta Phyllo Bites
Get the recipe: brie, cranberry, and pancetta phyllo bites
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Mushroom and Brie Bruschetta
Get the recipe: mushroom and brie bruschetta
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3-Cheese Spinach Artichoke Dip
Get the recipe: three-cheese spinach artichoke dip
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Brie and Fig Jam Bites
Get the recipe: brie and fig jam bites
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Pimento Cheese Fondue
Get the recipe: pimento cheese fondue
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Bacon, Cheddar, and Horseradish Cheese Ball
Get the recipe: bacon, cheddar, and horseradish cheese ball
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Apricot, Goat Cheese, and Almond Bites
Get the recipe: apricot, goat cheese, and almond bites
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Pepper Jelly With Cream Cheese
Get the recipe: pepper jelly with cream cheese