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This has all the warm creamy goodness of party-favorite spinach artichoke dip, but with far fewer calories and fat

  • 1 1/2 cups frozen kale, thawed, squeezed and chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and roughly chopped (about 2 ounces)
  • 3/4 cup low-fat Swiss cheese, shredded
  • 3/4 cup skim milk
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan, freshly grated
  • 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Large pinch cayenne pepper
  • Kosher salt
  • 1 small clove garlic, finely minced
  • Multi-grain corn tortilla chips, for serving
4.7/5 (6 Votes)

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This healthy yet hearty grilled bruschetta recipe features mashed cannellini beans and the bright flavors of fresh ...

  • 1 (8-ounce) long loaf Italian bread
  • 1 (15 to 19 ounce) can white kidney beans (cannellini), rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon peel, grated
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely ground
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, each cut in half
4.2/5 (9 Votes)

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Almonds and tarragon may seem like unusual additions to a mushroom and pepper tart, but the combination is simply a...

  • 1 (9-ounce) sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cups (8-ounces) shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and coarsely chopped
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/3 cup (4-ounces) jarred roasted red peppers, patted dry and coarsely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups (4-ounces) Gruyère, coarsely grated
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon, plus 1 teaspoon
  • 3 tablespoons almonds, sliced
4.6/5 (7 Votes)

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Pamper your guests this holiday season with this decadent and delicious treat, Baked Brie with Raspberry Jam, Almon...

  • 1 10x10-inch piece frozen puff pastry, defrosted
  • 1 (8-ounce) wheel Brie cheese, rind intact
  • 2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries, softened in hot water, drained, and patted dry
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon water
  • Crackers (optional for serving)
  • Sliced baguette (optional for serving)
  • Sliced apples (optional for serving)
  • Grapes (optional for serving)
4.6/5 (9 Votes)

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Hearty White Bean & Prosciutto Bruschetta is a quick crowd-pleasing appetizer

  • 2 cups cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3/4 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced, fat removed, cut into thin strips
  • Bruschetta
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
4.7/5 (7 Votes)

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These Indian-inspired Cauliflower Fritters make a great appetizer for any occasion any time of the year! Serve with...

  • DRESSING:
  • 2 cups cauliflower, cut into small pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive or rice bran oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon coriander stems, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1/2 cup rice flour
  • 1/2 cup maize flour or chick pea flour
  • 1/2 tablespoon sea salt, or to taste
  • 1 zucchini, grated and squeezed dry
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup coriander leaves (extra for garnish)
  • 2 cups rice bran oil, plus 1 tablespoon, about 500 milliliters
  • 1 lime, quartered
  • 1/2 cup yoghurt
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil, optional
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 tablespoons coriander leaves, roughly chopped
  • sea salt to taste or 1 teaspoon umeboshi vinegar
4.6/5 (9 Votes)

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We LOVE this beef jerky! We have made it several times ourselves in our dehydrator

  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 pound lean beef sirloin tip, sliced into 1/8 inch strips
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 5 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste (optional)
4.2/5 (48 Votes)

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This salsa is packed with flavor and you can customize the spice level by adding additional peppers to the recipe

  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 6 pounds fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 2 banana peppers, chopped
  • 3 green bell peppers, chopped
  • 3 (6-ounce) cans tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 8 pint canning jars with lids and rings
4/5 (50 Votes)

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Hot asiago cheese and crab are mixed with creamy deliciousness and heated through, then topped with homemade pico d...

  • CRAB DIP:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (I use reduced-fat)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (I use light)
  • 1/2 cup yogurt (I use fat-free greek yogurt)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese, divided (I regularly split with Fontina, can also substitute Monterrey jack or Mozzarella)
  • 1 (14 ounce) can of quartered artichoke hearts, drained
  • 8 to 12 ounces jumbo lump crab meat
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • For the pico de gallo:
  • 2 roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
  • 1 handful cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onion tops, chopped
  • Squeeze of lime juice
  • Salt
4.5/5 (22 Votes)

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These granola bars are very rich, with a bottom layer similar to shortbread, topped with jam and then delicious mix...

  • 3/4 cup butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup seedless raspberry or strawberry jam
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup quick cooking rolled oats
  • 1 cup granola (without dried fruit)
  • 1 cup Fisher chopped pecans
  • 1 cup semi sweet chocolate morsels
4.5/5 (21 Votes)

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Little Mexican chile quiches will be a hit at any party

  • 12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 6 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 (4-ounce) cans chopped green chilies, drained
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4.3/5 (40 Votes)

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These simple to make wontons are an ideal appetizer or snack for a get together

  • 24 wonton wrappers
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 avocados
  • 1 egg
  • 8 ounces light cream cheese
  • 2 cups oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Cilantro, chopped for garnish
4.5/5 (13 Votes)

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