5 Office Party Surprises

April 07, 2010
Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Buffy Hargett
Check out these 5 office party surprises guaranteed to land that employee-of-the-month parking spot.
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Roast Pork Sandwiches

Howard L. Puckett
Roast Pork Sandwiches Recipe
This dish plays double duty by making just the right amount for a party, with a little to spare for your family. Plus, everything can be prepared in advance! Brine a pork loin roast overnight, then bake and slice the next day. Top rolls with pork slices, slather with a tangy homemade horseradish cream, and voilá! Delicious Roast Pork Sandwiches that the entire office will devour.
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Pigskins in a Blanket

Photo: Quentin Bacon
Pigskins in a Blanket Recipe
No matter how old your are or your ranking on the corporate ladder, three-ingredient Pigskins in a Blanket are simply the ultimate party pleaser and take less than 30 minutes to prepare. Impress the boss with these pre-cooked chicken sausages that are rolled in puff pastry, baked until golden brown, and served with whole-grain mustard.

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Brownie Bourbon Balls

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr
Brownie Bourbon Balls Recipe
These delicious Brownie Bourbon Balls combine all things forbidden: packaged brownie mix and bourbon. Applesauce and egg substitute help lighten up this uber-decadent dessert. These rich chocolate wonders are good on their own, but even better rolled in chopped, toasted walnuts.
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Goat Cheese Bruschetta

Photo: Dana Gallagher
Goat Cheese Bruschetta Recipe
Super easy, yet elegant and flavorful, this recipe will get you plenty of kudos with minimal effort. If only Excel documents were this easy, right? Simply toast hearty slices of rustic country bread, then drizzle with balsamic vinegar flavored with chopped, fresh herbs. Top it all off with your favorite goat cheese, and you're done!

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Bacon Pimiento Cheese

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas; Styling: Buffy Hargett
Bacon Pimiento Cheese Recipe
Step away from the deli counter and put down that pre-packaged tub of pimiento cheese. You can do this! Grate sharp cheddar cheese, then mix in mayonnaise, diced pimientos, chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, ground red pepper, and yes, bacon! Serve with bread and sandwich fixin's, or just crackers and fresh veggies. This dish is so good, you may just get a raise.
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