Party Appetizers and Calculator
How many appetizers to make is a question every host ponders. From chicken wings and meatballs to dips and nuts, we've crunched the numbers to help you plan the perfect amount of food for your party.
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Whip up the perfect quantity of appetizers for your get-together when you plan on 12 appetizer servings per guest. Here's how much to make of some party-food favorites.
Forget the forks and dole out the napkins for a finger-food favorite: chicken wings! Tender and saucy, chicken wings are a must-have appetizer.
Chicken wing numbers:
- One serving = 2 wings
- Party of 12 = 2 pounds
Try these saucy wing recipes:
Perfect for dunking, fondue and queso recipes make your party buffet more interactive and delicious.
Fondue and queso numbers:
- One serving = 1/4 cup
- Party of 12 = 3 cups
Try these fondue recipes:
Watch how easy it is to make dark chocolate fondue at home!
No party buffet is complete without a dip or spread. Hot or cold, sweet or savory, the options are endless.
Dips and spreads numbers:
- One serving = 2 tablespoons
- Party of 12 = 1-1/2 cups
Try these dip recipes:
Stick a toothpick in it -- these meaty bites are done! Meatballs are so easy to prepare and can often be made ahead or held in a slow cooker until party time.
Cocktail meatball numbers:
- One serving = 2 meatballs
- Party of 12 = 1 pound
Try these savory meatball recipes:
Guests can't resist a handful of flavor-packed, crunchy munch mixes. Noshing on nuts is a party idea that never goes stale.
Nut numbers:
- One serving = 1 ounce
- Party of 12 = 3/4 pound
Try these delicious nut recipes:
Stuffed mushrooms are a perfect one-bite appetizer. Bonus: They're so quick and easy, they can be made up minutes before a party.
Mushroom numbers:
- One serving = 2 mushrooms
- Party of 12 = 1 pound
Try these stuffed-mushroom recipes:
