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    Best Southern Appetizer Recipes

    If you are looking for the best Southern appetizer recipes (also known as an hors d’ oeuvres) for the big game, a family gathering, an evening with friends or a holiday party, check out my incredibly quick and easy appetizer recipes.

    From Bacon Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Cream Cheese and Almonds to Roasted Pecans to Baked Shrimp Scampi Dip find the perfect appetizers to please even your "pickiest eaters."

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    • Quick and Easy Classic House Salad Recipe
    • Easy Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Dates with Almonds Recipe
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    Sharon Rigsby, blogger at GritsandPinecones.com

    Hello, I'm Sharon Rigsby, blogger, content creator, videographer, and photographer for Grits and Pinecones®. I have over 50 years of experience in the kitchen, and I like nothing better than developing and reimagining recipes for my family, friends, and you!

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