This easy spinach artichoke dip recipe makes a delicious dip that’s great for parties and other get-togethers! It’s quick, easy to make and simply yummy!
This creamy, cheesy easy spinach artichoke dip recipe is unbelievably easy to make! It tastes just like the one from your favorite restaurant—but at a fraction of the price. We love making this dip for Christmas and special occasions, and it’s always a crowd-pleaser!
It only takes about 5 minutes of prep to throw this dip together, so you can easily make it ahead of time and simply reheat at 350° for 20 minutes when you’re ready to serve.
You can keep most of the ingredients on hand, so whenever you need a quick, delicious dip for a get-together, this recipe is ready to go!
We usually serve spinach artichoke dip with:
tortilla chips bread chunks crackers bagel chips and vegetables
Spoil yourself and your friends with this truly delicious treat!
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this easy spinach artichoke dip recipe that’s sure to be the star of any gathering. This crowd-pleasing appetizer combines tender spinach, savory artichoke hearts, and a blend of cheeses, all blended to a creamy, gooey perfection. Whether you’re hosting a casual game night or a festive holiday party, this easy-to-make dip is guaranteed to disappear in minutes.
Author:Tawra
Ingredients
1 cup thawed, chopped frozen spinach 1 1/2 cups thawed, chopped frozen artichoke hearts 6 oz. cream cheese 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/3 cup grated Parmesan 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
Instructions
Boil spinach and artichokes in 1 cup of water until tender.
Drain. Discard liquid.
Heat cream cheese in the microwave for 1 minute or until hot and soft.
Stir in the rest of the ingredients
Serve hot.
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This easy 7 layer taco dip recipe is the ultimate easy appetizer—loaded with creamy, cheesy layers and bold flavor in every bite. It’s quick to make, budget-friendly, and always the first dish to disappear at parties, making it a go-to favorite for any gathering!
If you’re looking for a quick, budget-friendly appetizer that always gets rave reviews, this 7 layer taco dip recipe is exactly what you need. It’s one of those classic dishes that never goes out of style—perfect for potlucks, game days, family gatherings, or even a simple snack night at home. The best part? It comes together with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand, and there’s no cooking required.
The combination of delicious Mexican style layers is what makes this dip so irresistible! It starts with a smooth and savory base of refried beans topped with a creamy and slightly tangy layer of seasoned cream cheese and sour cream, and then all the fresh, flavorful toppings like guacamole, salsa, shredded cheddar cheese, and crisp green onions. Every bite is packed with texture and flavor, from creamy to crunchy and everything in between.
This 7 layer taco dip recipe is incredibly flexible, which is perfect if you’re trying to save money or use what you already have in your fridge. Don’t have black olives? Use diced tomatoes. Want to stretch the recipe further? Add extra beans or a little more sour cream. You can even spice it up with hot salsa or jalapeños if your family likes a little heat. My son doesn’t like tomatoes, so he makes his without them.
It’s super easy to make this dip ahead of time. Just assemble the layers, pop it in the fridge for about an hour, and it’s ready to go when you are. That makes it a great option when you’re hosting and don’t want to be stuck in the kitchen at the last minute.
Serve it with tortilla chips, crackers, or even fresh veggies for dipping. However you enjoy it, this 7 layer taco dip recipe is guaranteed to be a hit—and you might want to make a double batch because it goes fast!
This 7 layer taco dip recipe is from our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 2:
This 7 layer taco dip recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer—creamy, cheesy, and loaded with bold Tex-Mex flavor in every bite. Click to discover how to make this easy, budget-friendly party favorite that disappears fast!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
1 (16 oz.) can refried beans 2 Tbsp. milk 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup sour cream 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning 1 cup prepared guacamole 1 1/4 cups salsa, drained 1 1/2 cups Cheddar cheese 1/2 cup black olives or tomatoes (You can use both.) 4 green onions, sliced
Instructions
Combine refried beans and milk (or you can use the liquid from the salsa if you prefer) until smooth.
Spread on the bottom of a tray.
Combine cream cheese, sour cream and taco seasoning with a mixer on medium.
Spread over refried beans.
Spoon guacamole over cream cheese and gently spread.
Repeat with drained salsa.
Top with cheese, olives, tomatoes and green onions.
Learn how to make hummus with this easy hummus recipe that you can make in just 5 minutes! This smooth and delicious hummus is perfect for dipping veggies, pita bread, spreading on sandwiches and more!
How to Make Hummus – A Delicious and Healthy Recipe!
Here’s an easy hummus recipe you can make at home from scratch in just 5 minutes! If you don’t know how to make hummus, you will love this quick and easy recipe! Perfect for dipping veggies, pita bread, or spreading on sandwiches, this homemade hummus recipe will become your go-to snack in no time! It’s so easy to make and you’ll save a lot of money making it homemade instead of buying it pre-made at the store.
Hummus is a popular Middle Eastern garlic flavored bean dip that is often served in restaurants alongside Greek Gyros and other Mediterranean food. Its main ingredient is chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans. Hummus makes a tasty spread for sandwiches and is a healthy and delicious snack food.
Good news for gluten-free eaters: this hummus recipe is simple, delicious, and entirely gluten free!
You will find the recipe, a video demonstration of how to make hummus and answers to your hummus questions!
What Does Hummus Taste Like
Hummus is a tasty Mediterranean bean dip spread that has a unique and delicious flavor. A plain hummus will be rich and slightly salty with a distinct garlic flavor and a dash of paprika, but you can easily add other ingredients to give it a slightly different flavor.
Other popular add ins include roasted red pepper, extra roasted garlic, black or green olives, kalamata olives, pine nuts, lemon, hot peppers like jalapeno peppers.
What To Dip In Hummus
Hummus makes a perfect sandwich spread, but it also makes a delicious dip for vegetables and more! Here are some things you might want to dip in hummus:
slices of pita bread
pita chips
butter crackers (like Ritz crackers)
pretzels
corn chips or potato chips
sliced bell pepper strips
baby carrots (or regular carrot sticks)
cut fresh broccoli
cucumbers (You can cut them into round slices or cucumber sticks.)
celery
apples
Hummus FAQ
What Are Chickpeas? Are Garbanzo Beans Chickpeas?
Yes, garbanzo beans are a specific variety of chickpeas, so whichever name is on the package, you can use them for hummus. The chickpea is a key ingredient in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines, used in hummus and other dishes. Chickpeas are a complete protein, which makes them a particularly healthy food.
Can I use Chickpeas From A Can?
Yes. Although you can use canned or fresh chickpeas, I generally use canned ones because they are easy to use and don’t require any special preparation. Since this is an easy hummus recipe, I hate to make it more complicated than it needs to be. ;-) I also like to use a little of the juice from the chickpeas when I blend them to make the blending easier.
What is Tahini – Can I make hummus without tahini in this recipe?
Tahini is a nutty paste made from ground and roasted sesame seeds. It is often an ingredient in Mediterranean dishes, including hummus. Tahini is optional in our easy hummus recipe. I personally don’t like the flavor of Tahini, so I don’t use it. If you’re wondering how to make hummus without tahini, you can make our recipe below and just leave it out!
Here’s an easy hummus recipe that you can make in just 5 minutes using a few simple ingredients you already have on hand! This smooth and delicious hummus is perfect for dipping veggies, pita bread, spreading on sandwiches and more!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas or 1 1/2 cups chickpeas, cooked 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon) 1/4 cup tahini, well stirred (optional) 1 small garlic clove, 1 roasted garlic clove, or 1 tsp. garlic powder (or more, to taste) 2 Tbsp. olive oil, plus more for serving* 1/2 tsp. cumin salt (to taste) 2–3 Tbsp. water dash paprika (for serving)
Instructions
Mix everything together except the paprika in a blender, food processor, or use a stick blender.
Blend until smooth, adding a little water if needed for a creamier texture.
Let sit at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
Just before serving, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika.
Notes
If I don’t have lemons or lemon juice handy, I like to use these True Lemon Packets. I frequently use them for cooking instead of lemon because they are so much easier.
This easy hummus recipe is naturally gluten-free.
To make preparation extra easy, I like to use a stick blender.
*Olive oil is traditionally used, but bacon grease adds a smoky depth of flavor.
The recipe calls for salt, but I use my homemade seasoned salt which is a mixture of salt, garlic powder and onion powder.
You can divide the hummus into individual portions and store in the freezer for quick grab-and-go snacks.
To make it extra fancy, garnish with with green onions or roasted garlic.
Optional Seasonings:
taco seasoning
roasted red peppers
sprinkle paprika on top
This Easy Hummus Recipe is from our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 2.
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Easy recipes to use all of those Christmas leftovers and New Year’s recipes that your party guests will love! Make your holiday leftovers delicious!
Using Christmas Leftovers and New Year’s Party Recipes!
Here are some extra recipes to use those Christmas dinner leftovers and other holiday leftovers and also some dips to serve at your New Year’s get together.
Leftover and Holiday Party Tips:
This is an unexpected canape and a handy little finger food:
Roll about 1 teaspoon full your favorite cream cheese dip into a ball. Press it between two walnut halves. Lay on a platter to serve.
Save dry cereal odds and ends to add to your Chex mix when you make it.
Wrap celery in aluminum foil when putting it in the fridge. It will keep much longer.
This cheesy mashed potatoes recipe is a quick and easy recipe that makes mashed potatoes extra special and includes cream cheese and garlic! It takes just a few minutes to throw together and then 3-4 minutes under the broiler!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
Units
3–4 cups mashed potatoes 4oz. cream cheese, softened in microwave 1 clove of garlic or 1 tsp. garlic powder, to taste 1cupMexican cheese blend, shredded
Instructions
Mix potatoes, cream cheese and garlic.
Place in a 1-quart greased baking dish.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Place under a broiler for 3-4 minutes until cheese is melted.
Be very careful removing this from the broiler as it will be very hot!
This 3-Ingredient Easy Cheese Ball Recipe is a holiday favorite in our family! Made with tangy cheese, cream cheese, and optional nuts, it’s the perfect quick and delicious dip for Christmas, New Year’s, or any occasion. Whip it up in minutes for a crowd-pleasing appetizer everyone will love!
Author:Jill Cooper
Ingredients
1 jar Kraft Old English cheese spread 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup nuts, chopped
Instructions
Mix ingredients.
Roll into a ball.
Wrap in plastic wrap. (Most of the time we just mix it and serve in a bowl without wrapping it.)
Serve with chips or crackers.
Notes
We leave the nuts out because no one around here but mom, my sister in law and I would eat it.
This rich and creamy Homemade Herb Dip Recipe tastes like the gourmet party dips sold in specialty shops at a fraction of the price! Be sure to use dried herbs—not powdered seasoning—for the best texture and flavor. Perfect for holidays, parties, and make-ahead snacking.
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
1 clove garlic, crushed or or 1/2 tsp. garlic powder (to taste) 2 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, softened 1 cup (2 sticks) butter or margarine, softened 1 tsp. dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, dill weed, marjoram, thyme, and black pepper
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, butter, garlic, and all dried herbs.
Mix with a hand mixer or beat vigorously by hand until smooth, creamy, and fully combined.
Serve immediately, or transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate.
Storage:
Refrigerate up to 1 week.
Freeze up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Here’s a recipe for you fruit lovers! It’s a great recipe to make to use all of those fruit plate Christmas leftovers!
1/4 cup sour cream 2 tsp. sugar 1/8 tsp. cinnamon Dash of nutmeg
Instructions
Mix ingredients.
Serve with fresh fruit.
Notes
You can use this as a fruit salad dressing. too. If used as a dressing, then you can use canned fruit and garnish with coconut and/or toasted chopped almonds or nuts.
This 3 Ingredient Easy Cheese Ball Recipe makes a tasty cheese dip and is our family’s favorite dip for the holidays! This is a Christmas favorite of my son’s but it can be served at New Year’s or any time you want a quick and easy dip.
This 3-Ingredient Easy Cheese Ball Recipe is a holiday favorite in our family! Made with tangy cheese, cream cheese, and optional nuts, it’s the perfect quick and delicious dip for Christmas, New Year’s, or any occasion. Whip it up in minutes for a crowd-pleasing appetizer everyone will love!
Author:Jill Cooper
Ingredients
1 jar Kraft Old English cheese spread 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup nuts, chopped
Instructions
Mix ingredients.
Roll into a ball.
Wrap in plastic wrap. (Most of the time we just mix it and serve in a bowl without wrapping it.)
Serve with chips or crackers.
Notes
We leave the nuts out because no one around here but mom, my sister in law and I would eat it.
This easy homemade apple butter recipe is an easy way to use apples. It’s a smooth and delicious traditional apple recipe including a delightful combination of classic fall flavors and autumn spiciness. It’s a tasty alternative to butter, jellies or other toppings for bread, pancakes and more! Don’t hesitate, give it a try today and experience its classic appeal!
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of fall with this homemade apple butter recipe. Bursting with the natural sweetness of apples and enhanced by a medley of warm spices, this delectable spread is the perfect addition to your breakfast toast, biscuits, or even as a filling for pastries. Made with love and care, this apple butter recipe will fill your kitchen with a delightful aroma and your taste buds with pure delight.
Author:Tawra Kellam
Yield:2 pints
Ingredients
9 to 10 apples, cored, peeled and chopped 2 cups sugar 2 tsp. cinnamon 1/8 tsp. cloves 1/8 tsp. salt
Instructions
Place everything into a crockpot.
Stir, cover and cook on high 1 hour.
Cook on low for 9-11 hours or until thick and dark brown. Stir occasionally.
Uncover and cook on low 1 hour longer.
Stir with a whisk until smooth. Refrigerate or Freeze.
Homemade Apple Butter Tips
Tips!A stick blender makes quick work of Applesauce and Apple Butter.
Use a canning funnel to pour Apple Butter and Applesauce into freezer bags.
This easy guacamole recipe is super tasty and you can make it for a fraction of the cost of buying at a restaurant or pre-made at the store! If you find avocados on sale, you can easily make a bunch ahead of time and freeze in freezer bags the amount you would be likely to use at dinner. Homemade guacamole is a wonderful addition to any Mexican styled food or you can eat it with tortilla chips as a tasty snack.
Whip up this quick and easy guacamole recipe in just minutes! Made with ripe avocados, fresh lime juice, and a handful of simple ingredients, this creamy and delicious dip is bursting with flavor. Perfectly balanced with a hint of zesty lime and a touch of salt, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re serving it with tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for your favorite dishes, this irresistible guacamole will have everyone coming back for more. No fancy tools needed—just mash, mix, and enjoy!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
3 medium avocados, ripened 1 Tbsp. lime or lemon juice (or the juice of 1 lime) 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder (or 1/4 cup onions, diced) 1 tsp salt 1/4 to 1/2 cup salsa (to taste) or 1/2 cup diced Roma tomatoes (optional) cilantro (optional, to taste) jalapeños (optional, to taste)
Instructions
Slice avocados in half lengthwise.
Scoop with a spoon into a medium bowl.
Add lime or lemon juice.
Add garlic, onion and salt.
Mash avocados with a fork and stir until they are mixed together to the desired consistency. (I usually make them fairly smooth, but you can leave bigger chunks if you like them that way.)
Stir in tomatoes, cilantro or jalapeños, if desired.
This easy guacamole recipe is from our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 2.
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Easy Guacamole Tips:
If you find avocados on sale, you can make a lot of homemade guacamole all at once, put the guacamole in smaller portions in ziplock bags and freeze. (I occasionally find fresh avocados on sale for 3 for $1.00.) When you’re ready to use, simply defrost and serve.
If you slice the avocado in half and then make crosswise cuts in the avocado while it is still in the skin, it is easier to scoop. (It comes out in little cubes.)
When you cut the avocados, if there is a brown spot, cut it out and discard.
The lime juice is primarily to keep the guacamole from browning, but as long as it is being refrigerated, if it turns brown in the first day or 2, it is usually still good, even though it is no longer pretty.
This homemade ranch dressing recipe is quick and easy to make and is versatile for salads, vegetables and many other foods. It also makes an easy party dip!
Ranch dressing is a delicious American salad dressing that has been the most popular salad dressing in the United States for decades, and it’s no surprise why people love it!
Ranch dressing is usually made from buttermilk, salt, garlic, onion and various herbs and spices mixed into a sauce, usually based on mayonnaise. It’s super easy to make. Just combine the ingredients, mix and store in a jar in the refrigerator.
This homemade ranch dressing recipe can easily be made into a ranch dip, perfect as a vegetable dip for parties. It is simple to make this into a homemade ranch dip recipe. All you have to do is use sour cream or yogurt in place of the buttermilk.
This ranch dressing is much less expensive to make than the store bought dressing and has a much fresher taste! Give it a try and you’ll love it!
Caramel apples are probably among my top 3 favorite foods! This homemade caramel apples recipe makes it easy to make your own, along with easy dessert tips!
Homemade Caramel Apples Recipe And Tips
I have to say that homemade caramel apples are probably among my top 3 favorite foods! Mom used to make homemade caramel apples for us every Halloween, along with homemade chili. Gourmet foods like caramel apples look so good at the store and on TV, so it’s easy to imagine them being difficult, but they really are easy to make. (We include a delicious caramel apples recipe below.)
The trick that makes their caramel apples look so fancy is in the packaging. Just buy some clear cellophane bags at the hobby store or from your florist. Put your homemade caramel apples in the bags and tie with a pretty ribbon. An assortment looks wonderful in a basket lined with an orange or red napkin and a pretty Halloween or Christmas bow tied on top.
Sprinkles can be found at Walgreens for $1.00 a bottle on sale.
Look for Candy Bars on sale to use for melted chocolate after Halloween. Compare prices it might or might not be cheaper than the bagged candy melts.
Add 1 tsp. paraffin wax to 2 cups melted chocolate to make the chocolate shiny.
Caramel apples like the ones in this caramel apples recipe sell for $6-$8 EACH on the home shopping channel. They look wonderful on TV but they can be made fresher at home and for around .50-$1.00 each instead.
These easy dip recipes including a Pumpkin Pie Dip Recipe, Caramel White Chocolate and Yogurt Peanut Butter make great dips for snacks or party desserts! (more…)
Try these quick and easy diabetic Meals with Vegetable Dip Recipes. You don’t have to be diabetic to use them. These meals can help you eat healthier and lose weight!
Eat Healthier With These Easy Diabetic Meals
We are often asked to provide diabetic menus and recipes. I have been on a diabetic diet many times just to lose weight and then as a need when I had gestational diabetes.
You don’t have to have diabetes to use these diabetic menus and recipes. They are also excellent menus to use for eating healthier or for sensibly losing weight.
There isn’t anything magical about a diabetic diet. The most important thing to remember in a diabetic diet is DON’T EAT SO MUCH!!
You might be thinking, “but it’s not that easy!” Well, after taking a diabetic eating class, reading tons and tons of information on it and practicing it myself I can tell you, “YES IT IS!!”
You just have to stop making excuses and do it! I am including myself in that, too, because I still have 30 pounds to lose or I run the risk of developing diabetes in the next year or so, so maybe I can motivate myself to do it, too.
If you’re wondering how to make homemade butter, here are several easy ways to do it! This easy old fashioned homemade butter recipe is the same process our great-grandmothers used to make butter on the farm.
I have to admit, I am one of those crazy people who loves making things the old-fashioned way. I probably wouldn’t make this homemade butter recipe on a regular basis, because it doesn’t really save money to make butter yourself, but it sure is fun to see how just plain whipping cream can turn into butter.
The funny thing is that I have never made homemade butter with my kids (probably because I didn’t want to get a hand cramp mixing the butter! lol). After my daughter tried it herself just for fun, I thought I would share the homemade butter recipe. This is really one of the easiest recipes you can make because it is really only a 1 or 2 ingredient recipe, but you do have to have a little patience! It’s especially good if you’re trying to teach your kids where food comes from.
Here’s an easy recipe you can use to make homemade butter the old-fashioned way! Homemade butter is easy to make with just 1 or 2 ingredients!
Author:Tawra Kellam
Ingredients
Units
2cupsheavy cream1/4 tsp. salt (leave out for unsalted butter)
Instructions
You can make this homemade butter in several different ways.
Stand Mixer Method:
Put the heavy cream into a stand mixer.
Put the whisk attachment on the mixer.
Whisk until it turns to homemade butter, about 10-15 minutes.
Hand Mixer Method:
Place the cream into a mixing bowl.
Then mix with a hand mixer for 10-20 minutes, until it turns into butter.
Food Processor or Blender Method:
Put the cream into a blender or food processor.
Blend for 10 minutes.
Jar Method:
Put the heavy cream into a 3-4 cup mason jar with a tight lid.
Shake for 20-25 minutes. (You can use less cream if you don’t have a jar that big. For example, use 1 cup of cream in a 2-cup jar.)
After it turns to homemade butter, spoon out the butter*, place it in a bowl, and stir in salt if desired.
Remove buttermilk and either drink it or use it for pancakes.
Store the homemade butter in the refrigerator. Spread on toast, muffins, pancakes or anything else that you just love to slather with butter!
Notes
*If there is too much liquid in your butter, you can put it in a bowl, pour ice water over the butter and squish until the liquid comes up. Pour off the extra water and buttermilk. This will clean out any extra buttermilk remaining in your butter. Then salt, if desired, and refrigerate.
Whether it is for that afternoon of football or a holiday party, here is a fun and yummy snack everyone will love. Serve with chips, crackers or bagel chips. (more…)
Here is another recipe that would be a great way to use leftover candy from Halloween, Christmas or Easter. After the holidays is a great time to stock up on candy for recipes like this, when you can often get it for 50 – 80% off. This Snickers Caramel Apple Dip is great for sleepovers, game day or any time you have a sweet tooth attack! (more…)
This fruit salsa recipe doesn’t have to be served with tortillas only. If it is too hot to bake, then serve with cinnamon graham crackers, as a side for grilled meat or topping for ice cream. (more…)
We will be getting our first frost soon. My daughter in law just called and said “Help! What do I do with these bags of green tomatoes, peppers and onions? How do I make salsa?!”
I figured that many others are in the same boat too. After telling her to save me some tomatoes so I can cook fried green tomatoes, I gave her my favorite salsa recipe from our Dining on a Dime cookbook. There are two homemade salsa recipes in Dining on a Dime and this one is my favorite. The brown sugar seems to bring out the flavors of the veggies so well.
Homemade Salsa Recipe #2
4 large ripe tomatoes 3 cans (6 oz) tomato paste 4 large green tomatoes, skinned 1 1/2 cups vinegar 1 large green pepper, chopped 2 Tbsp. brown sugar 2 onions, chopped 12 jalapeño peppers, seeded, chopped.For extra hot, leave in seeds 4 tsp. garlic powder or 6-8 cloves of garlic, chopped
Process all ingredients in a food processor. Place in a large Dutch oven and bring to a boil. Can. If your family eats a lot of salsa there is no need to can it. Just refrigerate. Makes 6 pints.
For more quick, easy and delicious recipes like this homemade salsa recipe, check out our Dining On A Dime Cookbook!
When traveling with food, spray the lid or the foil covering with non stick cooking spray to keep things from sticking to the covering.
Your pizza cutter is not just for cutting pizza. Use your pizza cutter to cut lattice strips for pies or to trim the edges you need removed from things like sponge cakes or hard brownies.
Make your life easier. Find and use as many cooking shortcuts as you can. For example, if you cook ground beef ahead of time and keep packets of it in your freezer, your prep time for many meals will be 15 minutes or less. This works great for spaghetti, lasagna, tacos, enchiladas, casseroles, taco salads, etc.
If you are tired or in a hurry and a recipe calls for chopped onions or minced garlic, you don’t need to take time to chop and mince all of that. Just pull out the garlic powder or onion powder and use it for seasoning instead. Some gourmets may have a heart attack over this, but they probably haven’t been juggling a colicky baby and 2 toddlers all day, so give yourself a break. Forget the chopping if you need to.
1/4 cup sour cream 2 tsp. sugar 1/8 tsp. cinnamon Dash of nutmeg
Instructions
Mix ingredients.
Serve with fresh fruit.
Notes
You can use this as a fruit salad dressing. too. If used as a dressing, then you can use canned fruit and garnish with coconut and/or toasted chopped almonds or nuts.
~ Here’s a tip to make cleaning those small grills like a George Foreman one. When you are done using it and it is still slightly warm, unplug it and place a few wet paper towels on the grill closing it so the steam can work it’s magic.
~ When making mac and cheese and you are out of milk or anytime for that matter use sour cream in place of the milk for an extra creamy and yummy dish.
~ For a fast refreshing summer salad mix leftover crushed pineapple with applesauce. It is different but good.
Menu
Ham Sandwiches Chips and Barbecue Dip* Sliced Tomatoes Corn on the Cob Orange Floats*
Recipes
Barbecue Dip 1 cup sour cream 1/2 to 3/4 cup barbecue sauce
Mix ingredients. I usually don’t measure anything in this recipe. I just start adding the barbecue sauce to the sour cream until it tastes good. It’s really yummy with plain old potato chips.
Orange Floats
Vanilla ice cream Orange soda
Place one scoop of ice cream in a tall glass and pour a small amount of orange pop on it. Add another scoop and more pop. Repeat this until your glass is full. Top with whipped topping and/or an orange slice.
This easy vegetable dip recipe is super easy to make in just a few minutes with simple ingredients you already have on hand. It is the perfect creamy, zesty dip to spice up crisp veggies, perfect for snacks, lunches, and parties!
If you are looking for a fast, foolproof dip to jazz up a plate of fresh vegetables, this easy vegetable dip recipe is the perfect choice! It is easy to make in minutes with basic ingredients most of us already have on hand, and the result is surprisingly delicious for such a small amount of effort. Whether you are packing lunches, prepping snacks for the week, or heading out the door to a potluck, you will be glad to have this super simple recipe!
This vegetable dip strikes just the right balance of creamy and zesty. Creamy mayonnaise and sour cream provide that classic smooth base, while horseradish, curry powder, and dry mustard introduce just enough zip to make the veggies disappear from the platter. A squeeze of lemon brightens everything up and keeps the dip tasting crisp and fresh. It is the kind of flavor combination that appeals to both adults and kids, which makes it a great choice for parties, holidays, church gatherings, and casual get-togethers.
This easy vegetable tip recipe is also highly adaptable. If you prefer a lighter version, replace some or all of the sour cream with plain yogurt or cottage cheese. Want a stronger punch? Add a pinch more curry or mustard. Serving picky eaters who shy away from bold spices? Reduce the horseradish slightly and build up to the full amount as your crew grows more adventurous. There is no wrong way to make it your own.
Serve it with classics like carrots, celery, cucumbers, broccoli, and bell peppers, or get creative with cherry tomatoes, sugar snap peas, or even cold leftover roasted vegetables. Once mixed, the dip tastes best chilled, giving the flavors time to meld. Make it once, and you’ll never buy store-bought dip again!
This easy vegetable dip recipe is from our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 1:
Bright, creamy, and ready in minutes, this easy vegetable dip recipe is the perfect complement to raw fresh vegetables. Make a batch for snacks at home or take it to your next gathering for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Author:Tawra Kellam
Yield:1 cup
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise 2 Tbsp. sour cream 1 tsp. prepared horseradish (or more to taste) 1 tsp. dry mustard 1 tsp. curry powder Dash of lemon juice
Optional Add-Ins
1–2 Tbsp plain yogurt or cottage cheese (for a lighter dip) Pinch salt and black pepper Minced fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth and fully combined.
Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Serve with sliced raw vegetables such as carrots, celery, peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, or cherry tomatoes.
Notes
Refrigerate in an airtight container.
You can add yogurt or cottage cheese in place of, or with the sour cream.
