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Appetizer Recipes, please

wismiss — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 04:57:43 GMT

Our club is going to the local senior citizen's housing complex to play cards in a couple of weeks and I'm in the group that needs to bring an appetizer.

What would be a good appetizer for senior citizens that could be eaten while playing cards? I thought about white chocolate popcorn, but couldn't think of anything else. Maybe some type of beverage? Maybe cheese and crackers? But that is so predictable and I'm sure somebody else would bring that, too.

Any ideas with recipes would be appreciated. Thanks.

Re: Appetizer Recipes, please

simplyfriends — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 07:12:31 GMT

@wismiss

Since the seniors will be playing cards I think your idea of popcorn is good (but not chocolate because it will be messy). I would bring little snack cups with pretzel sticks, cheez-it’s, goldfish, plain popcorn, little bite size cookies.

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denisemb — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 07:17:33 GMT

All my ideas involve dips and spreads, which would be impractical - I'll keep on thinking.

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AKgirl2 — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 07:36:00 GMT

@wismiss ~ I suggest something that will be easy to bite into and chew! Many seniors have problems with that, dentures, missing teeth, etc.

Recently, I made croissants, cut them in half and spread some cream cheese, then drizzled with orange butter. I added fresh oj, a bit of vanilla into melted butter.

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Tinkrbl44 — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 08:02:06 GMT

@wismiss wrote:
Our club is going to the local senior citizen's housing complex to play cards in a couple of weeks and I'm in the group that needs to bring an appetizer.

What would be a good appetizer for senior citizens that could be eaten while playing cards? I thought about white chocolate popcorn, but couldn't think of anything else. Maybe some type of beverage? Maybe cheese and crackers? But that is so predictable and I'm sure somebody else would bring that, too.

Any ideas with recipes would be appreciated. Thanks.

@wismiss

JMO ..... You might get more responses if you post this question in the Recipes section.

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software — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 12:15:29 GMT

Sausage balls

Search for Paula Deen's recipe, very simple, always a hit.

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Scorpio1971 — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 14:16:52 GMT

Just a note...many seniors may be on restricted diets also....such as no sugar or low sodium...so those factors may be something you want to consider also.

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Ms tyrion2 — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 14:30:15 GMT

Pinwheels are a fun finger food.

Spread cream cheese and

Chopped green onions, olives or chopped ham on a large flour tortilla. Roll and slice.

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Scooby Doo — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 15:05:11 GMT

Many seniors have problems with diverticulosis and cannot eat popcorn.

This mac and cheese appetizer looks good.

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/454793262347961784/

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software — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 18:39:15 GMT

For people who have dietary restrictions, no need to spoil the fun for everyone.

(BTW, I do have dietary restrictions, I don't expect special treatment)

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fourpaws56 — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 18:57:30 GMT

I would do a tray of finger sandwiches, some without meat and some with. maybe a vegertable platter? as far as a beverage, unsweetend tea, supple sweetner for those who want it. Have fun!

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GinzTonic — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 19:23:58 GMT

Zucchini & bisquick squares, easy to make , bake and cut . 13x9 pan. Cut them in squares , Easy to eat and pick up. These are good too.

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shoptilyadropagain — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 20:05:14 GMT

Some Co-workers and their friends/relatives had a card club where they would meet once a month and play cards. I would sub every so often. It was also a meal so the hostess had anything and everything. It was set up in the kitchen and we had small individual plates where we would munch and as soon as a hand was over, you would get up and refill if you wanted more. We had chili in small bowls w/ crackers, sandwiches, mac & cheese, cheese & crackers, veggies & dip....the standard stuff. I would think pulled pork sliders would be good. We also had chocolate but it was usually M&M's but other candy was usually available.

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dodies — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 20:20:34 GMT

I’m a “senior” (73) , and , just say’n, am capable of eating perfectly normal food 😄! No prob with nuts and seeds, salt ; no dentures ... can manage chocolate without spilling it all over myself or anyone else. Probably no need to overthink this; just find a nice, reasonable manageable appetizer you like, and go for it....! 😏

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patbz — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 23:32:36 GMT

Put frozen meatballs into an electric warmer (crockpot) and make a sauce of equal parts grape jelly and yellow mustard. Year through before serving with toothpicks. I've been serving this for 45 years and it's always a bit ( sometimes serve it over noodles).

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jannabelle1 — Sat, 19 Jan 2019 00:07:45 GMT

Like @dodies, I'm a senior as well, and have normal eating habits! (Loved your post @dodies). If I'm playing cards, I wouldn't want anything messy or sticky - I need my fingers clean to play my cards. I'd like small munchy items with something to put them on, e.g., small paper plate or napkin. How about a trail mix blend with some nuts and fruits, or one with crunchy things like pretzels, cheeze-its, nuts, etc. It'd be nice to have 2 options - one sweet and one salty, or have one that has both combined. Keep it simple. We all know what we can eat and what we should avoid!

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speedy girl — Sat, 19 Jan 2019 06:04:44 GMT

I know both my parents in their later years, really enjoyed sweets. I always brought them cookies and they ate them right away!!

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momtochloe — Sat, 19 Jan 2019 11:26:10 GMT

The first thing that popped into my head was mini pigs in a blanket as my mom just loved them. There are also many Chex mix recipes that are delicious too both sweet and savory.

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lovesrecess — Sat, 19 Jan 2019 21:53:28 GMT

I would make small cups of snack mix they have eat easily by themselves; goldfish crackers, m&ms, cheezits, small pretzels.
I think if you just avoid anything too gooey or spicy they would love it all. The Pinwheels are always good and you can put anything at all in them. I have used chicken salad, cream cheese and mild green chiles....diced ham and shredded cheddar, etc. Cream cheese and pineapple is usually a hit also.