Mom Confessions

Baked Brie
This crowd-pleasing appetizer couldn't be easier: Tyler Florence wraps Brie in foil and bakes it in the oven for about 20 minutes, until the cheese is gooey like fondue

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tyl ... pe-1942054

Brie-and-Cranberry Stuffed Bread Bowl
This cheese-stuffed bread bowl has built in dippers, thanks to a few clever cuts — no crackers required.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/foo ... wl-5270847

Holiday Bacon Appetizers
Ree Drummond's easy three-ingredient appetizer is a perfect bite for guests to snack on when they arrive. She tops Club-style crackers with Parmesan cheese, wraps them in bacon and bakes until crisp.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree ... rs-2109710

Cheese-Stuffed Dates with Prosciutto
Sweet dates pair perfectly with Giada's creamy mascarpone-goat cheese mixture. A slice of salty prosciutto balances the flavor.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/gia ... pe-1917464

Bacon-Wrapped Spinach Dip Crostini
These trendy crostini have bacon belts. And not only are they fashionable (har har), but the bread soaks up the bacon drippings as they bake, making it golden and crunchy. Eat them warm, no dipping required.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/foo ... ni-3775645

Giada's Prosciutto-Wrapped Crudite
Start with a platter of Giada's Italian-style crudite. She wraps the veggies in prosciutto and shaves Parmesan on top for some holiday decadence.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/gia ... pe-1943688

Roasted Beet, Onion and Orange Salad
Guests will go crazy for this light, refreshing beet and orange salad, and best of all, they'll still have room left for the main course. A simple dressing of hazelnut oil, coriander and orange juice adds a touch of sweet, floral flavor.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/mic ... pe-1945063

Butternut Squash, Apple and Onion Galette with Stilton
Fill our simple pastry crust with butternut squash, sliced apples and decadent Stilton cheese. Then bake until golden brown for a beautifully seasonal appetizer.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/foo ... pe-1928247

Mozzarella-Stuffed Portobellos
Sweet balsamic-roasted portobello mushrooms are the perfect base for gooey melted mozzarella cheese and a crumbly topping that has just a hint of nutty Parmesan.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/mic ... pe-1950323

Goat Cheese with Fresh Dill
Ree rolls goat cheese in freshly chopped dill and serves it with crackers for an appetizer that's ready in just 20 minutes.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree ... pe-2014967





Goat Cheese Trio (No. 1)
Cut a 12-ounce log of goat cheese crosswise into 3 mini logs. Roll 1 piece in chopped mixed herbs, another in cracked mixed peppercorns, and roll the last in chopped dried cranberries and cashews. Serve with baguette slices or crackers.