In our neighborhood, Halloween parties are becoming increasingly popular. Where we live, it may be pouring rain or freezing cold outside by October 31. Besides, a party provides a safe place for parading costumes and collecting goodies.

My menu for this year's Halloween monster bash includes Werewolf Claws, Bug Juice and Brain Surgery Salad. The recipes for these healthy but horrifyingly named treats are right here in this article.

For additional revolting recipes, check out GROSS GOODIES: SICKENING SWEETS THAT LOOK DETESTABLE BUT TASTE DELECTABLE (Contemporary Books, 1996) by Tina Vilicich-Solomon where you will find directions for Wormy Squares, Saliva Slurp and Dead Rat Cupcakes and more.

Happy Halloween!