FOOD

"APPETIZERS" RECIPE CONTEST WINNERS

Many thanks to the hundreds of you who submitted recipes!

STYLING AND PHOTOGRAPHY: SAMANTHA JONES/QUINN BREIN COMMUNICATIONS

Our testers loved the combination of two classic appetizers in one phenomenal bite. Drizzling dressing over the eggs is the perfect way to top off these prizewinning apps.

FIRST PRIZE: $300

BUFFALO EGGS

12 eggs, hard-boiled and shelled

1⁄2 cup cooked shredded chicken

1⁄4 cup buffalo sauce

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

1⁄4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

2 tablespoons yellow mustard

2 tablespoons dill pickle relish

paprika, for sprinkling

sliced celery, for topping

ranch or blue cheese dressing, for drizzling

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Cut eggs in half and remove yolks to a bowl.

To the bowl, add cream cheese, chicken, buffalo sauce, cheddar, mayonnaise, mustard, and relish. Mix thoroughly and scrape into a baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.

Spoon mixture into egg white halves and refrigerate. Before serving, sprinkle with paprika and top with celery. Serve with dressing. Makes 12 servings.

–Eric S. Trent, Frankfort, Kentuck

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