At-Home Happy Hour: 10 Bar Food Recipes

This nut recipe uses tamari, a Japanese soy sauce that adds a rich, salty contrast to maple syrup. Put out a bowl of these as a companion to a glass of sherry.

Recipe: Tamari and Maple-Roasted Almonds

It's a bright idea to add citrus to the classic party pairing of cool drinks and crunchy nuts.

Recipe: Chile-Lime Cashews

Add some unexpected spice to sweetened almonds and pretzel sticks.

Recipe: Spicy-Sweet Pretzel Mix

Substituting sweet potatoes for white adds vitamins to the classic bar food offering, but these skins are still topped with the requisite sour cream and crumbled bacon.

Recipe: Loaded Sweet-Potato Skins

A hot and spicy bar snack like buffalo chicken deserves a cool dipping sauce. Using skinless tenders instead of wings makes this appetizer easier to eat — and lower in calories. You could also cut boneless breasts into strips, and save money.

Recipe: All-American Buffalo Chicken Tenders

A tasty take on the all-American party food, these little piggies are stuffed with caramelized onions and Cheddar cheese — a creative way to update an old favorite.

Recipe: Pigs in a Blanket

When potato wedges are tossed on the grill, they take on a crisp, smoke-infused exterior and fluffy, French fry-like interior. Pair with beers at the backyard BBQ.

Recipe: Grilled Potato Wedges

Buttermilk-beer batter, seasoned with cayenne, yields a golden coating on these fried rings. Try spritzing with lemon juice before serving for bright finish.

Recipe: Beer-Battered Onion Rings

Glazed with equal parts soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar, these Asian-style wings are an excellent pairing with beer, wine, or sake.

Recipe: Teriyaki Chicken Wings

Try your hand at these Cheddar crackers, which are shaped like poker chips.

Recipe: Cheddar Poker Chips

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