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Lager + Gruyère Cheese Dip
Who is ready to get their cheese on? This girl, for sure. At any given moment, we have a metric ton of cheese in the fridge. Not to brag, but we do have a covetable stash at our fingertips. Suffice it to say, WE.LOVE.CHEESE. When I open the refrigerator door, this is what I see (in no particular order): a chub of goat cheese; two blocks of feta; 3 bags of various shredded cheeses (for emergency use); a sizable hunk of Gruyere; an aged Parm with the most beautiful crystals in it; Cotswold; Brie; fresh mozzarella; smoky gouda; and a half-eaten block of creamy Cambozola (someone has been nibbling).…
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Sticky Sweet + Spicy Asian (v) Meatballs
I am a cheater. There. I said it. I’m not gonna lie—I don’t really feel too bad about it. In fact, I think you’ll want to be a cheater, too. Here’s how it happened. We found out last minute that another couple was coming to our Super Bowl Puppy Bowl Party, and I wanted to make ABSOLUTELY sure I had enough food for everyone. One of my big hang-ups is running out of food. We are a very food-oriented family, so I have nightmares about such things. I made an impromptu decision to throw some things together, and am actually proud of how good of a cheater I am! By…
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Oysters with Pink Peppercorn Mignonette
Oysters intrigue me on so many levels: from their vital role in the ocean ecosystem to the anticipation of cracking open the bivalve to find the treasure inside. Oysters are often associated with special occasions. Valentine’s Day is no exception. And to adhere to the red and pink motif of the holiday, I chose to make this mignonette with pink peppercorns. This is by far the best recipe for Pink Peppercorn Mignonette you will ever eat! No, that’s a lie. It’s not true at all. Why? Because those bold, beautiful berries you are buying in the store are not really pink peppercorns. Peppercorns come from Piper nigrum, and they are…
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Mexican Three-Way* BLT Dip
Looking for something that will satisfy everyone? Try this Mexican Three-Way BLT Dip. Your group will keep coming back for more! You may need to double this recipe if you want it to last—it will practically disappear before your eyes! With this combination of flavors no one will guess this colorful dip is so simple. And it is so very versatile: Option 1: mouthwatering Mexican BLT Dip Option 2: flavorfully gluten free Option 3: veritably satisfying vegetarian version *Hence the name Mexican Three-Way BLT Dip. I keep the ingredients for this dip on hand because I can whip this up in no time and easily adapt it to my guests’…
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Loaded Baked Potato Dip
Make this Loaded Baked Potato Dip for the W! This dip is a bowl of pure yum. Imagine a mountain of creamy, starchy mashed potatoes piled high with sour cream, cheese, bacon and green onions. I mean really loaded with all that tasty goodness. Well, let me introduce you to my Loaded Baked Potato Dip that I liken to eating a loaded baked potato, one spoonful chip at a time. Because it is hearty and thick, you need a sturdy chip. Herculean, if you will. Waffle fries are quite suitable for the job. (Hence, the loaded potato.) But if you are looking for an actual chip for your dip, grab a…
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Ultimate Fully Loaded Vegan Nachos
What is game day without nachos? I mean, have you ever been to a sports bar that did not have nachos of some fashion on the menu? Am I right? Nachos are the classic quintessential crowd pleaser, but this time there is a healthy twist: these are vegan! Vegan nachos? Not very Y-chromosome, my burly friends say. But curiously enough the nachos somehow disappear. Hmmm. It’s the Mystery of the Disappearing Nachos. Just because they are vegan does not mean they are not drool-worthy! Yep. These spicy vegetable-laden chili slathered chips have converted even the most stalwart of carnivores. This is your opportunity to be creative, to think outside the…
