* Bacon-wrapped jalapenos: Stuff sliced jalapenos with cream cheese, wrap each piece in a bacon slice, and grill them or bake in a 400° F oven for 15 minutes. * Bruschetta: Slice a baguette, then top each piece with olive oil, salt, fresh diced tomatoes, and herbs. Toast in a 450° F for 5-6 minutes, or until bread is crisp. * Caprese salad: Plate fresh mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and fresh basil, then drizzle with a little olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt. * Cheese plate: Choose three cheeses and a couple different types of crackers, and get creative by adding fresh grapes, nuts, dried fruit, and jams. * Creamy potato soup: Or choose butternut squash, tomato basil, or chicken and wild rice soup depending on what’s in season. * Spinach artichoke dip: Combine artichoke hearts, parmesan cheese, sour cream, mayo, and spinach in a bowl; provide pita chips or tortilla chips for dipping. * Stuffed mushrooms: Slice large mushroom and stuff with a mixture of cream cheese, parmesan cheese, parsley, bread crumbs, egg, garlic, and Italian seasonings. Bake in the oven until browned and bubbling. * Turkey meatballs: Braise your meatballs in a sauce made from olive oil, garlic, crushed tomatoes, and canned tomato sauce to make a fun starter. Put them on toothpicks for a passed appetizer. * Spicy buffalo cauliflower “wings”: Coat chopped cauliflower in a mixture of flour and soy milk with a sprinkle of garlic powder. Bake in a 450° F oven for 18 minutes, then cover with a spicy buffalo sauce for a zesty vegan app.