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10 Recipes Featuring Crackers That Work for Any Occasion

We’ve rounded up our favorite ways to use everyone’s favorite pantry staple.
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Crackers are a pantry MVP. Beyond using them as a vehicle for cheese and dips (or, let’s be real, eating them right out of the box), they can also add texture and crunch to appetizers, heartier sides, and desserts. Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your next party spread or just want to use up your stash of crackers, these recipes are a great place to start.

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    Grandma Knowlton's Pimiento Cheese

    Known as the "caviar of the South," this pimiento cheese recipe can be used as a dip for a party, or spread it on a sandwich for the ultimate grilled cheese.

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    Coconut Brussels Sprouts Gratin

    Don’t be surprised if this creamy, coconutty vegan gratin outperforms some of the heavier traditional Thanksgiving sides. 

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  • A platter of golden fried arancini with a Calabrian chile dipping sauce.
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    Arancini (Stuffed Italian Rice Balls)

    This is a labor of love that will make other people love you, which is reason enough to give this recipe a try.

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    Parsnip Skordalia

    This riff on the Greek classic swaps out potatoes for parsnips, which gives the dip a touch of sweetness that pairs well with the feta and chiles.

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