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It's New Year's Eve with the Scotto family. Marion, Anthony and Elaina of the New York restaurant Fresco by Scotto share a variety of hors d'oeuvres that are perfect for any party. Here's a tiny taste of what's on the menu: goat cheese and prosciutto pinwheels, mini lentil burgers and much more.

Goat cheese and prosciutto pinwheels
The Scottos

Makes 36

INGREDIENTS

1 red pepper, either roasted or jarred
1 green pepper, either roasted or jarred
1 yellow pepper, either roasted or jarred
8 ounces goat cheese
4 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts, chopped
12 thin slices prosciutto
4 ounces extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
Saran wrap
1 box of long toothpicks

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DIRECTIONS

To roast the peppers: Cut peppers into quarters, remove seeds and membrane. Cook, skin side up, under the broiler until the skin blackens and blisters. Remove from oven, place in a large metal bowl, and cover with saran wrap. When peppers have cooled, peel away skins.

Mix together goat cheese, Parmesan, and pine nuts. Season with salt and pepper to taste if needed.

Cover each slice of prosciutto with a layer of the cheese mixture, add a layer of peppers, and season with salt and pepper. Place on a piece of saran wrap, and roll up tightly to secure; refrigerate for about 1 hour, or until firm. Remove saran wrap, slice into 1-inch-thick rounds, and serve using a long toothpick.

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Mini corn dogs
The Scottos

Makes 16

INGREDIENTS

Batter

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon canola oil

Corn dogs

1 pound package mini frankfurters
Package of wooden skewers
Canola oil, for deep-frying
Mustard, for dipping

DIRECTIONS

To prepare batter: Sift the flour and cornmeal into a large mixing bowl. Gradually whisk in the eggs and tablespoon oil, making sure the batter is lump-free and smooth.

To cook corn dogs: Fill a deep, heavy-bottomed pot one-third full with remaining oil and heat to 350° F. Dip frankfurters into the batter just a few at a time and drain off excess batter. Cook over medium to high heat for 1 to 2 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove from oil, drain on paper towels and place in 200° F oven to keep warm until all of the remaining frankfurters have been cooked. Insert skewers and serve with your favorite mustard.

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