Instructions: We have Gatherings approximately every six weeks. There are about 30 of us who like to get together, make music, make nice conversations, have hugs and small kisses, and enjoy good food. We all contribute to the menu, which offers many choices. We seldom have anything as "formal" as canapes. Among my Jewish recipes, lurk some self-service spreads and dips that will work quite well at our next Gathering.

Canape bases:
potato chips
tortilla chips
cocktail crackers
small rounds of toasted sourdough bread
small rounds of rye bread (cocktail rye)

raw veggies cut into convenient sizes

chopped olives
minced bell peppers
Mexican salsa
cottage cheese (seasoned with pepper and herbs)

sour cream for toppings
caviar
small pickled veggies

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