The Top Five Cheese Appetizers

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By: tracyann 22-Feb-2012

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Introduction:

It is possible for the hostess to join the party and relax by using the microwave oven for all their appetizers. Here are the top five delicious cheese appetizers.
Remember, it is possible to heat many appetizers in serving pieces in the microwave. Just double check on the bottom or back of your serving dishes to make sure that they are microwave safe.

Ham Cheese Rolls

Make these delicious ham cheese rolls ahead and freeze. Great to serve at a buffet or luncheon.
Ingredients:
1 pound grated ham
1 cup butter at room temperature
3 tablespoons poppy seed
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons mustard
1 medium onion, grated
3/4 pound Swiss cheese, grated
3 packages party rolls (such as Peppridge farm)
Mix all ingredients except rolls. Slice rolls and fill with mixture. To serve, place rolls on towel-lined plate in a circle. To heat 12 rolls, microwave on 70% power for 1-1 1/2 minutes.

Herbed Cream Cheese Mold

Prepare a week before the party to blend flavors, then refrigerate.
Ingredients:
8 ounces cream cheese
1/3 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons green onion, chopped
1/2 cup parsley
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 teaspoon chives
Soften cheese for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes at 50% power in the microwave oven. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Pour into mold and chill. Serve with crackers or Melba toast. Garnish as desired.

Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients:
1 pound small fresh mushrooms
1/2 pound Swiss cheese, grated
1/2 cup bread crumbs
Parsley flakes
White wine
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Remove mushroom stems and cut into small pieces. Saute in 1 tablespoon butter. Add 1 teaspoon parsley flakes. Cook on HIGH for 2 minutes. Mix in cheese and bread crumbs. Add about 1 tablespoon wine to moisten. Stuff mushroom caps and place in circular position to cook. If preparing all mushrooms at one time, cook on HIGH for 8-10 minutes or until hot and cheese melts.

Apple Cheese Ball

A very tasty change of pace!
Ingredients:
12 ounces of cream cheese
1 apple, unpeeled
1/2 cup green onion, finely sliced
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons apple juice
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Microwave cream cheese in glass mixing bowl for 1 1/2 minutes on 70% power until softened. Core apple and chop into small pieces. Add chopped apple, onion, salt, pepper and apple juice to cream cheese. Microwave for 2-4 minutes on 50% power to blend flavors. Add cheddar cheese and chill for easier shaping. Form into ball and roll in chopped parsley and nuts.

Cheese Bites

A quick appetizer for unexpected guests!
Ingredients:
6-8 English muffins
1 cup chopped black olives
1 1/2 cups sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated onion
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Top English muffins with well mixed cheese mixture. Place muffins on a paper towel-lined container. Microwave for 3-4 minutes on 80% power until bubbly. Quarter and serve.

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clewand550 2/22/2012
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Thank you for sharing these awesome recipes.
dashboardc33 2/22/2012
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Nice list of cheese appetizers