Tag: DIP
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Grilled Chicken & Corn Salad

What gives off a more summer vibe then grilled chicken and corn? Until recently I haven’t really given much thought to summer recipes versus winter ones. I have no problem cooking hearty soups in July or fruit-forward desserts in December. But recently I have embraced the flavors and colors of summer’s delicious produce. Going to…
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Mango Avocado Salsa

As I continue to pretend I am on official spring break here in Maui, I am leaning into the fresh ingredients I can find on the island and pretending summer is almost here. Though it is decidedly not anywhere near summer back on the mainland. I’ll keep it simple this week with a light, fresh,…
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Baked Olive & Soppressata Dip

I’d be hard pressed to name a cheesy appetizer I didn’t like. Well maybe something with blue cheese… not a huge fan of stinky cheeses over here. And while I absolutely love a charcuterie board, I admit it can feel a bit run of the mill after your third holiday party. So I’ve been on…
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CK’s Perfect Guacamole

Fun fact: Nick and I met while working in a small bar & grill at our local tennis club. Nick spent many a summers working at the tennis club, moving his way through the kids camp to the kitchen. Funny how he never cooks anymore… I have vivid memories of walking in in the mornings…
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Healthier Homemade Hummus

I’ll admit I go in phases when it comes to hummus. Some months I am ravenous for it, others it never crosses my mind. Growing up I was all about that Sabra Red Bell Pepper Hummus, so creamy, so salty, so addictive. But now that I am older and am way more conscious of the…
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NYD Black-Eyed Pea Dip

Another Southern tradition for you with this one! As tradition/folklore/superstition has it – the first thing one should eat on New Year’s Day is black eyed peas. It will bring you good luck and prosperity for the new year. Clearly not enough people ate their black eyed peas this year! Regardless we will try again…