Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCopeland's of New OrleansPassed Appetizers Recipe

Passed Appetizers Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Cheese Platter

Method

Cheese Platter

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cheese Platter

    Arrange assorted cheeses on a platter. Place crackers around the cheese and add clusters of fresh grapes. Drizzle honey over cheese or serve on the side for dipping.

Vegetable Platter

  1. 2

    Prepare the Vegetable Platter

    Arrange carrot sticks, celery sticks, and cherry tomatoes on a platter. Serve with a bowl of hummus in the center for dipping.

Mini Meatballs

  1. 3

    Make the Meatballs

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until combined.

  2. 4

    Shape the Meatballs

    Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  3. 5

    Bake the Meatballs

    Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and browned. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

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