12 last-minute appetizers By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen

Unexpected guests on your doorstep? Try these convenient, no-fuss recipes. They’re short on time, big on flavour.

Clockwise from left: Smoked Turkey Roll-Ups, Thai Chicken Salad Croustades, Polenta with Sun-Dried Tomato and Olive Relish
Photography by Edward Pond

Time-saver appetizers are welcome all year round but never more so than during the holidays when friends drop in to share the cheer. Each of these quick, last-minute recipes highlights convenience products. More and more prepared foods, such as croustade shells, frozen unbaked tart shells, puff pastry and ready-made polenta, are available at stores. All help to speed up preparation and are well suited for these appetizer ideas. Every recipe saves on time but not flavour.