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15 fabulous finger food ideas for your weekend get-together

Petite. Portable. Crunchy. Bite-sized. Morish. What’s not to love about finger foods? Here are 15 easy recipes that are sure to be a hit at your next weekend get-together.

Chicken and bacon ranch meatballs.
Chicken and bacon ranch meatballs.

You can dip them, savour them while you sip a glass of champagne or devour them in one bite while you go looking for more.

Finger foods can add zing to your next dinner party or casual weekend get-together.

Here are 15 fabulous finger food recipes from our friends at Taste.com.au that are so good they’re sure to be the life of the party.

CHICKEN AND BACON RANCH MEATBALLS

A bona fide crowd pleaser that will not bust the bank. The homemade ranch is a gourmet touch that is worth the flavour pay-off. Get the full recipe from Taste.com.au

MINI PRAWN COCKTAIL PAPPADUMS

Mini prawn cocktail pappadums. 15 fabulous finger food ideas for your weekend party.
Mini prawn cocktail pappadums. 15 fabulous finger food ideas for your weekend party.

With a few prepared ingredients, you can assemble and serve this tasty finger food in just 15 minutes - no cooking required. Get the full recipe from Taste.com.au

PEANUT AND PRETZEL CHICKEN WITH BLODY MARY DIPPING SAUCE

Peanut and pretzel chicken with bloody mary dipping sauce.
Peanut and pretzel chicken with bloody mary dipping sauce.

With a bit of vodka, this Bloody Mary dipping sauce is great to kick off any party. Get the full recipe from Taste.com.au

SPICY PORK BUNDLES

Sticky pork bundles. 15 fabulous finger food ideas for your weekend party.
Sticky pork bundles. 15 fabulous finger food ideas for your weekend party.

Bite-sized morsels of pork make for a nuanced dinner party menu. Casual. Summer. Finger food. An excellent recipe for good times with friends. Get the full recipe from Taste.com.au

GRILLED FLATBREAD WITH LEMON FETTA DIP

Grilled flatbread with lemon fetta dip. 15 fabulous finger food ideas for your weekend party.
Grilled flatbread with lemon fetta dip. 15 fabulous finger food ideas for your weekend party.

Serve crispy homemade flatbread with this zesty fetta cheese dip. Get the full recipe from Taste.com.au

HUSH PUPPIES

Hush puppies. Finger Food Ideas.
Hush puppies. Finger Food Ideas.

Pop these spiced up polenta balls on a plate for a fiery starter. Get the full recipe from Taste.com.au

GOAT’S CHEESE, BEETROOT AND WALNUT TARTLETS

Goat's cheese, beetroot and walnut tartlets. 15 fabulous finger food ideas for your weekend party.
Goat's cheese, beetroot and walnut tartlets. 15 fabulous finger food ideas for your weekend party.

The table’s set, and now it’s time to ready, set, go with this smart starter of goat’s cheese and beetroot served in the cutest of tart shells. Get the full recipe from Taste.com.au

Pea and Radish Bruschetta

Entertain in style with this easy and impressive bruschetta. Fresh crusty Italian bread is topped with peas, cottage cheese and mint, and then grilled to perfection.

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Tandoori Lamb Meatballs with Minted Yoghurt

Enjoy the flavours of India with easy-made finger food - ready in just 30 minutes.

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Polenta Chips with Spicy Harissa Sauce

The perfect pass-around plate to start off a relaxed summer evening with friends.

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Mini Duck Rice Paper Rolls with Coriander Peanut Salsa

Duck and vermicelli wrapped in rice paper rolls, served in a baby cos lettuce leaf and drizzled with a spicy peanut sauce will get your party started.

Get the full recipe from Taste.com.au.

Buckwheat Blinis with Smoked Salmon and Dill Cream

From Russia with love, these bite-sized blinis are the perfect cocktail party canapes.

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Smoked Salmon, Pea and Dill Croquettes

Use leftover risotto to make these Smoked salmon croquettes for a great family recipe.

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Goat’s Cheese Pissaladiere Tarts

Bring warmth and merriment to your next dinner party with these cheerful bites.

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Crispy Bocconcini with Tomato Chilli Sauce

Creamy bocconcini is golden fried for an enticing crunch, and served with a spicy tomato dip. Get the full recipe from Taste.com.au

First published on Taste.com.au asWhat to make if you’re entertaining this weekend

Originally published as 15 fabulous finger food ideas for your weekend get-together

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