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Definition: A bite-sized prepared food (usually including a slice of bread or cracker) that is served as an appetizer.

Characteristics: Canapes and hors d'oeuvres are very similar, but traditionally canapes have three parts: a base such as toast or a cracker, the main element and a garnish or sauce on top.

Great Canapes to Serve:
Tuna Nicoise Canapes Pesto and Brie Canapes Phyllo and Tomato Canapes

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