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Party Appetizers and Calculator

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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Chicken Wings

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:

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Fondue or Queso

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:

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How to Make Dark Chocolate Fondue

Watch how easy it is to make dark chocolate fondue at home!

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Dips and Spreads

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:

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Cocktail Meatballs

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:

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Nuts

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:

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Stuffed Mushrooms

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:

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