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Oyster Crackers
By lindaauman
These easy Ranch Oyster Crackers are no bake, full of flavor, and INSANELY addictive! Crackers tossed in butter and
- 1 (16-ounce) bag oyster crackers
- 2/3 cup oil
- 1 package dry mix - Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
Slow-Cooker Corn Chowder
By CarolineNGa
There is nothing quite like a steaming bowl of Slow-cooker Corn Chowder, which comes together in no time at all and...
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup finely chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
- 3 cups peeled and cubed russet potatoes
- 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups frozen whole kernel corn
- 2 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons dry white wine
- 1 tablespoon snipped fresh thyme
- 4 slices bacon, crisp-cooked, drained, and crumbled
- fresh cracked black pepper to taste
Fresh Peach Salsa
By á-45241
Made with fresh summer peaches in minutes, this salsa can be served up with chips, or as a topper for either grille
- 3 medium or 2 very large fresh yellow peaches, about 1 1⁄2 pounds
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/3 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, or honey
- Pinch salt
- Small pinch cayenne pepper
Spinach-Parmesan Dip
By EricS52
Spinach-Parmesan dip can satisfy even the pickiest eater! The best thing about this recipe is that it cooks in your...
- nonstick cooking spray
- 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed
- 1 (14-ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise or salad dressing
- 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Italian cheese blend, shredded
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Chicken Salad and Avocado Crostini
By mjohnmeyer
1. Heat oven to 350. Place the baguette slices on a large foil-lined baking sheet
- 1 French Baguette, sliced into 24 half inch slices
- 3/4 cup mashed Avocado
- 1/2 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Chicken Salad
- 4 oz shredded chicken
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 grapes, diced
- 1 Tablespoon Red Onions, diced
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1 1/2 Tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 Tablespoon plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1/2 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Pimento Cheese
By á-98782
This Pimento Cheese cheese is great for a snack
- 1 pound yellow cheddar cheese
- 1/4 pound cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 3 red peppers, roasted, seeded and chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonannise
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoon champagne vinegar
- 1 egg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper
- olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- dash of cayenne pepper dash of onion powde
- splash of hot sauce
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
By á-2710
Shrimp wrapped in bacon is noteworthy enough, but adding some hot sauce to the mix takes it to a whole other level
- 1/2 pound shrimp
- 3/4 cup hot sauce
- 5 slices center-cut bacon, thinly sliced
- Blue cheese or ranch dressing, for dipping, optional
- Sliced green onions, for garnish, optional
Mini Manchego Tarts
By lorik
This pre-dinner appetizer is ready in less than 15 minutes! A must try, everyone loves them!
- 1 cup roasted red peppers
- 1 garlic clove
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup toasted almonds
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/2 pound manchego cheese, cubed
- 24 mini phyllo shells
- Fresh parsley, chopped if desired
Granola Bars
By npstahl@gmail.com
These granola bars are so good! They are so much healthier than store bought granola bars which are filled with ch...
- 4 1/2 cups oatmeal
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoon vanilla
- 2/3 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup honey (can substitute sorghum molasses for some of the honey)
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips or dried fruit (raisins, dried apricots, your choice - I found that 1 cup of dried fruit was enough)
Cauliflower Hummus with Olives
By ROBandSEAN
Transform golden roasted cauliflower into a creamy vegetable dip similar to a classic hummus
- 1 head cauliflower, broken into small florets (about 6 cups)
- 1 clove garlic, halved
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 4 pitted Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon hot paprika
- 2 tablespoons warm water
Homemade Blueberry Compound Butter
By AzWench
Butter is made better in this easy stand mixer, homemade compound butter recipe filled with fresh blueberries, lave...
- BLUEBERRY LAVENDER HONEY BUTTER:
- 1 quart cold heavy cream
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 1 tablespoon lavender, chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
- SALTED BUTTER:
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Steamed Pork Belly Dumplings with Brown Butter
By lorik
These manti or steamed pork dumplings are sure to be a hit with family and friends at your next dinner party or cel...
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 3 cups "00" pasta flour, plus more for dusting
- 8 ounces pork belly, skin removed, finely chopped, about 1 cup
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 20 small pieces
- vegetable oil, for frying
- cilantro leaves, to garnish
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