Summer Delicious and Esay to prepare Appetizers

Summer Flavorful and Crispy Nachos

2 c. crackers, tortilla chips, corn chips, or melba toasts
2 tbsp. canned or fresh green chili peppers (rinsed, seeded, and chopped)
1/2 c. sliced olives
1/2 c sliced mushroom
1/2 c cooked bacon pieces
1/2 c tiny shrimps
1 c shredded cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella cheese

Preheat broiler. Place a single layer of crackers or chips on baking sheet. Top with your choice of bite-size toppers. Sprinkle cheese over all. Heat until cheese melts. Slide onto serving platter. Serve hot.

Spicy Sausage Bites

2 8-oz packages sausage
1 15.5 oz meatless spaghetti sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp vinegar
1 1/2 tsp Italian or Mexican Seasoning Mix
1 6-oz can whole mushrooms, drained

Cut sausages crosswise into thirds. Add spaghetti sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and Italian or Mexican Seasoning Mix. Stir in drained mushrooms. Bring to boil. Simmer while covered for about 5 minutes. Turn into fondue pot; place over fondue burner. Serve warm with wooden picks.