No Cook Cocktail Party

Whip up these party snacks without turning on the oven.

Tortilla Chips with Black Beans, Corn and Spicy Cilantro Cream

Darling Clementines

Cucumber Rounds with Beet Cream and Smoked Salmon

Minty Shrimp Rolls

Open-Faced Ham Sandwiches with Pineapple Relish

Hold Steady

To keep wobbly foods upright, use small, pebblelike foods as a foundation. (Here, the Darling Clementines balance on a bed of chocolate-covered raisins.) Match the flavor of the base to the flavor of the hors d'oeuvre: A base of nuts or seeds complements salty snacks, while candy-coated almonds, M&M's or cinnamon hearts match up well with desserts.



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