Dips

Apples and Dip

My dear friend Samantha makes this and it is addicting.  She is my friend that hates to cook, but always has the best dishes. This is nice when you need a quick bite of something sweet with a group of girls.  Soak the apples in pineapple juice so they don't get brown. Apples & Dip… Continue reading Apples and Dip

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Marinated Cheese

This recipe is the total package.  Fabulous and pretty.  Great for a shower or a party.  Marinated Cheese Serves 8 1/2 c. olive oil 1/2 c. balsamic vinegar 1 - 2 oz. jar pimentos, drained 3 T. green onion, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. basil 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper… Continue reading Marinated Cheese

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Vidalia Onion Dip

This recipe was shared by our Mom.   She had it in a shallow baking dish. Serve it with Wheat Thins or Ritz crackers. EXCELLENT Vidalia Onion Dip 2 cups chopped Vidalia or other sweet (1015's) onions - not real fine chop 2 cups mayonaise (if you are a little short on mayo fill in with a… Continue reading Vidalia Onion Dip

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Cheddar Cheese Dip

Jamye makes this dip.  So easy and tasty. She serves it in a sour dough bread bowl.   I have also served it with crusty Italian bread, but when the bread runs out, someone always asks for a spoon! Cheddar Cheese Dip Serves 10 to 12 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated 1 cup mayonnaise 6 scallions (green onions),… Continue reading Cheddar Cheese Dip

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Cream Cheese with Jezebel Sauce

This is a "spruced up" version of jalepeno jelly on cream cheese. Cream Cheese with Jezebel Sauce 1 10 oz. jar apricot preserves 1 10 oz. jar apple jelly 2 T. horseradish 1 t. dry mustard Mix and put on top of bar of 8 oz cream cheese.  

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Feta Pine Nut Spread

I love anything you can just whiz in a food processor. This recipe is an old standby from Gourmet. It is also good on a bagel. Feta Pine Nut Spread Makes about 2 cups 1 8-ounce tub whipped cream cheese spread 1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt 3 T. toasted pine nuts 2 T. (packed) chopped… Continue reading Feta Pine Nut Spread

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Warm Blue Cheese, Bacon and Garlic Dip

This is a great appetizer.  It is great served with a rich Cabernet. Warm Blue Cheese, Bacon and Garlic Dip Makes 2 Cups 7 slices bacon, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup half-and-half 4 oz. blue cheese, crumbled (one cup) 2 T chopped fresh chives 3 T chopped smoked… Continue reading Warm Blue Cheese, Bacon and Garlic Dip

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Easy Cheese & Fruit Tarts

These are perfect for brunches, cocktails parties and, especially, picnics. You could also substitute dried cranberries for the holidays. They are another one from my fabulous friend Jennifer. Easy Cheese & Fruit Tarts Frozen (defrosted) small pastry shells 1 (15 oz.) can sliced Bartlett pears in syrup, drained 8 oz. wedge Brie cheese Dried cherries… Continue reading Easy Cheese & Fruit Tarts

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Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts

This recipes is good, quick and easy. I keep bacon in my freezer and water chestnuts handy for this sure hit. Stole this recipe from Kim....had to.  Husbands love this one! Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts 1 package bacon 1 1/2 cans water chestnuts (whole)-cut in half ½ cup catsup 1/3 cup brown sugar Slice all bacon in… Continue reading Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts

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Baked Chevre with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil

This almost isn't a recipe, but I served this to my book club, and it was easy and yummy! Baked Chevre with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil 8 oz. chevre (substitute some cream cheese if too strong) 4 oz. sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, drained 1/2-1 t. garlic 1/2 cup fresh basil Preheat oven to 400… Continue reading Baked Chevre with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil