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Savory Treats to Feed a Crowd

Appetizers and snacks like the ones here can hold over your hungry guests until the main course is served. Find more recipes for holiday gatherings at milkmeansmore.org.

Sweet Potato Flat Bread

Holiday Baked Brie (recipe)

This decadent dish is a perfect appetizer for holiday gatherings.

Sweet Potato Sausage Spread

Cheese Buds (recipe)

This simple recipe offers a nice combination of savory and nutty flavors.

 

Yummy NC Pecans

The pecans called for in the Cheese Buds recipe above really pump up the flavor and visual appeal. Did you know that North Carolina is among the top 10 producers in the United States for pecans? To find NC growers, visit buyncpecans.com. You can also find freshly harvested, locally grown pecans now at shops and grocery stores across the state.

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