American Wedding Foods

American weddings adopt traditions from other countries or faiths. Multiple types of meats, appetizers, and desserts can be enjoyed. Choose your foods based on your likes and what you think your guests will enjoy.

Appetizers

• Appetizers can be served as passed hors d'oeuvres, plated style, or buffet style. Your appetizer selection will depend on how you want them served. Popular passed hor d'oeuvres can include bacon-wrapped scallops, stuffed mushrooms, bruschetta, and prosciutto-wrapped honeydew. A basic salad is best served plated with the dressing set out on the table.

Entrees

• Keep your entree selection simple to please all of your guests. Entrees should be served with a starch, such as mashed potatoes, and a vegetable, such as green beans. Chicken entrees are popular and can be served with a light sauce. Beef is another popular choice, but it can be more costly. Fish, such as salmon or cod, is another alternative for your entree selection. Select one type of vegetarian entree as an option for your guests. Pasta primavera or stuffed peppers are delicious vegetarian options.

Desserts

• You may want more options for your desserts in addition to the wedding cake. Have a chocolate dipping table where your guests can dip their own fruit. You can also have cupcakes, brownies, and cookies that are easy for your guests to grab and eat.