Cheese & Crackers and Fruit Plates

Honestly, when you have a large hungry crowd, an assortment of cheeses and crackers is the best way to fill them and everyone can enjoy it, even kids. Best appetizer ever because it's simple. (if you're sure there are no nut allergies add in candied nuts too!) My grandma lived every day I'm told eating cheese and crackers for lunch and a soda. It's what people love! Especially if you're serving something more daring for the main course, it will be back-up for those who won't eat it. 

I love putting out a cherry tomatoes and vegetables plate an hour before dinner because then my kids REALLY eat their vegetables!

A soft white cheeseball made with cream cheese and a stronger cheese like Havarti can be purchased at Smith's and served with Wheat thins. You will love it. Or you can make your own cheese ball.

Or you can lay out slices of different cheeses with a variety of crackers. Add to that grapes, strawberries, and other finger foods like cherry tomatoes, nuts, and olives if you like. All-together with drinks, this makes quite a filling appetizer. Ain't much better! My brother likes Chicken n' a Biscuit crackers.

Or take a block of Cream Cheese on a plate, and pour something yummy over it like sweet Salsa or Chutney. Serve with sturdy crackers like wheat thins.