½ c. mayonnaise¼ c. sour cream2 T. soy sauce½ T. dried basil1 T. sesame oil1 T. toasted sesame seeds1 T. rice vinegar¼ t. dried ginger1 t. sugar½ t. dry mustard1/8 t. ground red pepperAssorted cut-up vegetables (carrots, red bell peppers, sugar snap peas, cucumber, broccoli, etc.) Combine first 11 ingredients in a small bowl; whisk to blend. Cover and refrigerate. From … [Read more...] about Asian Style Dip
Appetizer
Southwestern Salsa with Black Beans and Corn
1 ½ tsp. cumin seeds2 – 15 oz. cans black beans, rinsed and drained1 – 15 ¼ oz. can whole kernel corn, drained1 red pepper, minced1 small purple onion, minced (1 c.)½ c. chopped fresh cilantro½ c. chopped fresh parsley1/3 c. lime juice¼ c. olive oil3 cloves garlic, crushed½ t. salt1 t. dried crushed red pepper½ t. freshly ground black pepper Toast cumin seeds in a skillet … [Read more...] about Southwestern Salsa with Black Beans and Corn
Shrimp Fondue
2 cans cream of shrimp6 oz. sharp cheddar cheese1/2 c. milk2 cans shrimp1/4 t. chipotle Tobasco sauce1/2 c. white wine In medium saucepan over medium low heat, blend together soup, shrimp, milk, Tobasco and white wine until heated through (about 8 minutes). Turn heat down to low and slowly stir in cheddar, stirring constantly until melted. May want to transfer to warm fondue … [Read more...] about Shrimp Fondue
Grilled Tomatoes
10 large firm ripe tomatoes4 c. finely grated dry French bread crumbs4-6 T butter, melted2 cloves garlic, minced4 green onions, minced2 t. dried oregano, crushed1 t. salt1/8 t. freshly ground black pepper1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese Cut tops off tomatoes and scoop out pulp, save for another recipe (like MaryAnn’s Hot Sauce!). Combine remaining ingredients. Fill the … [Read more...] about Grilled Tomatoes
Killer Queso
1 can cream of chicken soup¾ c. evaporated milk1 – 7 oz. can diced green chilies2 T. minced jalapeños1 – 4 oz. jar chopped pimientos, drained1 t. ground cumin1 – 1 oz. pkg. ranch dip mix1 can Ro*tel tomatoes1 lb. Velveeta, cut into cubes¼ c. minced fresh cilantroMinced fresh cilantro for garnishTortilla Chips for dipping Combine soup, evaporated milk, green chilies, … [Read more...] about Killer Queso
Party Pizzas
Crusts:1 T. quick-rising active dry yeast1 1/3 c. warm water (115 degrees F)1 T. olive oil1 t. salt1 c. whole wheat flour1/4 c. rye flour2-3 c. unbleached flour1-2 T. cornmealnon-stick spray Pepper Topping:2 t. olive oil1 clove garlic minced2 Italian tomatoes, sliced thinly1 T. fresh oregano, minced3 oz. mozzarella cheese, shredded1 c. canned roasted peppers1/4 c. sliced … [Read more...] about Party Pizzas
Lobster Cakes
1 1/2 lbs. lobster meat1 egg2 T. lemon juice (freshly squeezed)1 t. salt (plus scant amount for when it’s cooling)1 T. mayonnaise1 T. Worcestershire sauce1/2 t. chipotle tobasco sauce1/2 t. freshly ground black pepper2 T. Tony Chachere’s cajun seasoning1 medium white onion, diced finely1 1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs4 T. butter3 T. canola oil Blend egg, bread crumbs, mayo, lemon … [Read more...] about Lobster Cakes
Atomic Buffalo Turds
Ingredients 12 large jalapeños, cored, seeded and slit down one side1 – 8 oz. bar cream cheese1/4 c. freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese24 little smokies12 pieces thickly sliced bacon, cut in half24 toothpicks1/2 c. brown sugar1 1/2 t. ground cardamom1/2 T. freshly ground pepper DirectionsCut cream cheese into 12 equal parts. Roll each part in shredded cheddar and stuff … [Read more...] about Atomic Buffalo Turds
Fried Bow Tie Pasta
Ingredients 8 ounces bow tie pasta2 eggs3 T. milk2/3 c. olive oil Italian bread crumb ingredients12 slices bread (cook for 15 minutes at 250 degrees to dry), grate finely with a food processorAdd in:1 t. oregano1 t. sweet basil1/2 t. garlic powder1 t. salt1/8 t. cayenne pepper4 T. Parmesan cheese, grated Boil bow tie pasta in boiling water for 7 to 8 minutes. Remove … [Read more...] about Fried Bow Tie Pasta
Cheddar Bacon Ranch Dip
1 bar cream cheese, softened 1 package Ranch Dip powder 2 cups sharp cheddar, shredded 1 pint sour cream 1 package bacon, cooked and crumbled Mix all together and cook in 13×9 baking dish (covered with foil) at 400 degrees for 30 minutes (take foil off for last five minutes). Serve with Fritos Scoops (or celery if you are keto, haha! Angela, that was … [Read more...] about Cheddar Bacon Ranch Dip