Appetizers For Dummies

First impressions count, and nothing makes a better first
impression on dinner guests than those delectable little nibbles
that you set out before the main course. And you don't have
to limit yourself to serving appetizers at the beginning of a meal.
Appetizers are first and foremost about entertaining. They set the
tone and the mood of an occasion, whether it's a formal
dinner, an intimate get-together, or a big birthday bash. And, best
of all, the cooking times are short, the ingredients are simple to
find (mostly), and it's easy to make a few different recipes
at the same time so you can impress your guests with a festive
assortment.

In Appetizers For Dummies, celebrity chef, Dede Wilson
shows you how to make foolproof recipes for 75 mouthwatering,
bite-sized wonders--ranging from an Italian-inspired antipasto
to a classic shrimp cocktail. Step-by-step, she fills you in on
everything you need to know to:

* Impress your guests with delicious finger food and first
courses

* Whip up everything from the classics to original, exotic, and
offbeat appetizers

* Plan parties with theme menus that will get rave reviews from
your guests

* Experiment with flavors and international cuisines

Whether you're looking for general ideas about designing
appetizer menus or helpful lists of conventional ingredients,
it's all here. Among other things, you'll discover:

* Helpful lists of pantry ingredients and how to use them to make
appetizers almost instantly

* Ready-to-go menus for all occasions

* Recipes for munchies that can be eaten by the handful, as well
as recipes for traditional favorites like deviled eggs and crab
cakes

* How to expand your culinary horizons with tea sandwiches,
quesadillas, puff pastries, tartlets, muffins, biscuits, and dozens
of ethnic recipes

* Plated recipes for formal occasions, including artichokes with
vinaigrette, smoked salmon, caviar, foie gras, and more

Whether you're new to the world of appetizers or
you've been delighting guests with your famous finger foods
and hors d'oeuvres for years, Appetizers For Dummies
is the ultimate guide to spicing up any gathering with delicious
mini culinary creations.