No era does co*cktail hour quite like the 1950s. Back then co*cktail parties were all the rage — and no party was complete without the drinks flowing and a table filled with finger food. While some of the co*cktails were quite fancy, the food was pretty basic. From tea sandwiches and deviled eggs to meatballs and pigs in a blanket, the co*cktail hour foods of the 1950s were simple to make, but still quite delicious. Do you think you have what it takes to host a 1950s co*cktail hour? Scroll through to take a look at the recipes and find out.
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Salmon and Chive Tea Sandwiches
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All it takes is three ingredients and 10 minutes to create a finger sandwich that will wow your guests. Just try not to eat them all as you're assembling them!
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Rockin' Oysters Rockefeller
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These oysters are cooked in beer first, then the shell is filled to the brim with a cheese and spinach sauce. Top the oysters with bread crumbs, bake, serve, and wait for everyone's jaw-dropping reactions.
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Bacon Cheddar Deviled Eggs
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Who doesn't love a delicious deviled egg? And this version is doctored up with bacon and Cheddar cheese for extra savory flavors.
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Classic Old Fashioned
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You can't have a '50s co*cktail hour without this classic co*cktail. Use your favorite bourbon, rye, or blended whiskey to make this Old Fashioned.
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Peanut Butter and Pimento Cheese-Stuffed Celery
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We know peanut butter and pimento cheese together sound weird but don't knock it 'til you try it. The flavors combine nicely — and the appetizer itself is oh-so-easy to make.
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Antipasto on a Stick
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Talk about portable finger food! Antipasto on a stick is the perfect way to serve this cheese, meat, and veggie appetizer.
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Creamy Dill Cucumber Toasties
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These canapés look as good as they taste — and, yet, they're so simple to make! You only need a few ingredients to make these dill and Italian-seasoned toasties that will leave your guests coming back for more.
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Swedish Meatballs
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These homemade Swedish meatballs are loaded with flavors — and the best part is, they're made with pantry staples. Form your meatballs, then coat them in a rich sauce made from cream of chicken, cream of mushroom, and evaporated milk for the easiest Swedish meatballs ever.
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Grasshopper co*cktail
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This bright green co*cktail is the perfect way to end your co*cktail hour. It's minty, creamy, and a little bit heavy, so it's best served after the appetizers are all gone.
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The Best Stuffed Mushrooms
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Savory stuffed mushrooms are a great appetizer for impressing your guests. These mushrooms are stuffed with bacon, cream cheese, Parmesan, and Worcestershire sauce. Be warned, you won't be able to eat just one!
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Pigs in a Blanket
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Adults and kids alike will love these incredibly simple Pigs in a Blanket. With just three ingredients (frankfurters, American cheese, and refrigerated biscuit dough), you'll have these delicious appetizers ready to serve in no time.
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Tortilla Pinwheels
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Everyone will love these intricate-looking tortilla pinwheels. They're stuffed with cream cheese, green onions, black olives, and ham, and they'll look amazing laid out on your appetizer table.
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Slow Cooker co*cktail Smokies
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What's a co*cktail hour without these classic 'lil smokies? Sure barbecue sauce, grape jelly, and smoked sausage sound like a strange combo, but this is a sweet and savory appetizer that no one can pass up.
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French Onion Dip From Scratch
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You'll never go back to the store-bought dip again after you realize just how easy and delicious the homemade version is. In just a few steps, you'll have this fresh-tasting dip ready to serve alongside chips, pretzels, and veggies.
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True Manhattan
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Use this recipe to make a True Manhattan with sweet vermouth and a cherry or a dry Manhattan with dry vermouth and a twist of lemon peel. Either way you make it, it's sure to be a hit.
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