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“These aren’t crackers, they’re cookies!” remarked one taster of the dense, crumbly, shortbread-like texture. These handmade snacks fancy up any soiree, and their sweet-salty-spicy !avor is so complex, no toppings are needed—but a glass of wine on the side is just right. ($5.99 for 4.5 oz.)

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Inspired by the “everything” bagel, these crackers are big—in size and !avor. They’re deliciously bu"ery, and #ve types of seeds hug every nook and cranny. Crumble them over a salad or casserole, or stack them with sandwich ingredients. “I’m going to try them with tuna salad for lunch!” announced one panelist. ($3.29 for 8.3 oz.)

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The a$er-school fave is all dressed up with black pepper, onion and garlic. “The seasoning and wheat !avors are so in sync,” noted one panelist. These crackers pair well with any cheese, from mild brie to sharp cheddar. Their thick texture swipes easily through a hearty spread, like our Sun-Dried-Tomato Pesto. ($3.69 for 9.5 oz.)

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These crunchy and lightweight rounds look like miniature pita breads, thanks to baked-right-in air pockets. Plus, they’re sturdy enough to scoop up the thickest dip. “I love how subtle the black olive, feta and cheddar cheese !avors are!” said one panelist. We’ve paired them with our Crab Cocktail Dip—but hummus is tasty, too! ($3.29 for 2.5 oz.)

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A$er tasting batches of bland rice crackers, these punchy li"le crisps thrilled us. Soy sauce and ginger add a sweet-salty kick to the nu"y brown-rice base. They’re gluten-free and light as a feather. “These are so intriguing and delicious; I can’t stop eating them!” admi"ed one panelist. ($3.99 for 3.7 oz.)

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Pair these supermarket standouts with our favorite party dips—get the recipes at rachaelraymag.com/november.

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