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Everyone loves an hors d’oeuvre. Beauty, flavor, and novelty, all packed into a small bite, are what give a good “appetizer” its name. This collection of over fifty original morsels, from Wild Mushroom Rugelach to Thai Shrimp Baskets, Orange Pecan Brie Cups, and Country Pâté Truffles, gives you the know-how to dazzle even the most discerning guest. Step-by-step instructions, vibrant color photos, and lovely watercolor illustrations make the most dramatic dishes easy. Every recipe includes both bite-size and full-size versions and variations. Nearly every item can be made either all or partly in advance, giving you more time with your guests.

Whether for a cocktail party, buffet, or afternoon tea, Savory Bites is your complete source for entertaining, including chapters on vegetable canapés, “naked canapés” (simple biscuits and crackers), and basic guidelines for a successful event. For a sure case of love at first bite, make it Tastefully Small.

Stunning and delicious... some very clever culinary tricks to curtail waste and maximize the WOW factor. Will make an unforgettable meal.

Gail Gastelu, Publisher, The Tea House Times

This is one of the most beautiful cookbooks I've ever seen. It absolutely made me want to create some of these goodies myself. Really a masterpiece.

David "Slangman" Burke, Creator, PBS series Slangman's World

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Contents

MEAT BITES

Eminently appetizing, have one or more for the carnivores, from Caramelized Onion Lamb Cups to Sausage Radicchio Tacos and Pulled Pork Scones.

SEAFOOD BITES

Blink and you’ll miss them! Mini Crab Cheesecakes, Mussels in Curried Cream, Persimmon Shrimp Bruschetta, and more.

POULTRY & EGG BITES

A bird in the hand is worth two more on the plate. Try Lemon Caper Chicken Cups, Pomegranate Chicken Purses, and Waffled Ginger Duck.

VEGETABLE BITES

Color, texture, and flavor fill out the rainbow of your hors d'oeuvre assortment. Broccoli Soufflés, Polenta-Stuffed Baby Bellas, Carrot Parsnip Latkes, Ginger Carrot Flan, and more.

PASTRY-BASED BITES

Gift-wrapped treats in edible packaging. Orange Pecan Brie Cups, Tart Cherry Chicken Puffs, Peach Asiago Crêpe Cones, and more.

NAKED CANAPÉS

From Bacon Cookies to Sesame Crisps, Cornmeal Scones, and Thyme Diamond Wafers, biscuits and crackers for meals and everything in between.

HELPFUL TIPS & RESOURCES

Estimating quantities, event planning suggestions, mail order supplies and more.

Available February 2010