There’s nothing worse than showing up to a party with a dish that even you’re not going to eat. Bring one of these 18 appetizers and reap the high praises (plus scorn from the guy who brought the jar of queso).
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Angry Shrimp Cocktail
Guy Gourmet
You know that often-slimy shrimp cocktail ring you buy from the grocery store? Yeah, stop buying those. Make this spicy shellfish dish instead.
Yup, you pulverize the cruciferous vegetable and then combine it with peppers, herbs, and a few secret seasonings. Sure as hell beats crummy pasta salad.
Seriously, dehydrating your own version of this high-protein snack isn’t difficult. And you don’t even need a fancy dehydrator. Bonus: It makes a great guacamole dipper.
Pop some vegetables into a flavorful brine, let everything sit overnight, and serve them as an offering to your holiday host, barbecue commander, or brunch Bloody Mary bar operator.
Wait, hear us out. This vegetable-packed pasta salad isn’t like the bland macaroni you know. The vegetables are grilled, the pasta is whole wheat, and the fresh basil tastes like summertime, anytime.