Article: Tomato, Basil and Garlic Bruschetta; Dates Wrapped in Smoked Bacon; Sauteed Shrimp in Garlic; Easy Chocolate Truffles.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)

It's always nice to offer guests a variety of items at the buffet table, from meat to fish to fruit and cheese. Chef Joseph Shilling, director of Culinary Arts at the Art Institute of Philadelphia and personal chef to Boyz II Men's Nathan Morris, shared a few favorite cocktail party recipes designed for a party of 20.

Try these tasteful _ and tasty _ finger foods at your holiday get-together, and remember to increase or decrease portions according to your guest list.

TOMATO, BASIL AND GARLIC BRUSCHETTA

24 toasted crostini bread (thin-sliced baguette bread)

4 cloves garlic

6 red plum tomatoes

8 to 10 leaves fresh ...

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