Dips

Roasted Red Pepper & Garlic Hummus.

This week I took a foray into baking up pitas.  I have to admit, I knew hummus would come along shortly after.  I mean seriously, how can you eat pitas without it?!  Ha ha.  Well my family gobbled up the first batch of pitas so I’m whipping up another batch.  Click here for that recipe. … Continue Reading »

Classic Hummus.

  If you’ve never made hummus, you don’t know what you’re missing.  Store bought hummus pales in comparison.  This took me about 3 minutes to make.  It tastes unbelievably good and can be used as a dip, sandwich spread… whatever!  So healthy and even the kids love it!  I made it for a party that … Continue Reading »

Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Football or Lips Dip.

  My daughter was hosting a Super Bowl party so we searched the internet for a fun dessert idea that would be football themed.  We stumbled upon www.crazyforcrust.com website and knew this was perfect!  I kept the recipe right on for how they did it.  It would also be super fun encrusted with red sprinkles … Continue Reading »

Pineapple Jalapeño Salsa.

This recipe is so versatile.  It can be served with tortilla chip at your next soiree or atop fish or chicken for a healthy option.  You can control the spice level with the amount of jalapeño you use or if you remove the inner seeds which contain all the heat. Ingredients: 1 bell pepper (I … Continue Reading »

Spinach Cumin Hummus.

I admit, I do love a good hummus and be to honest, I much prefer making it at home to purchasing the store-bought versions.  Homemade hummus is not only so easy, it is incredibly flavorful and you control the ingredients – so it’s healthier. My oldest daughter and I are attending a party tonight and … Continue Reading »

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Hummus.

Hummus doesn’t always have to be savory.  My kids love it and let’s face it… it’s better than a cookie for a snack.  This creamy hummus will captivate the youngest of taste buds and have them coming back for more.  Easy recipe, unbelievable flavor.  Great for your next party! Ingredients: 1 can of drained and … Continue Reading »

Sea Salt Caramel Sauce.

Okay I don’t know about you, but one of my hand’s down weaknesses… sea salt caramel. I could eat my body weight in it if I had to.  In fact when I made this, I knew it was nuclear hot and I still put a spoon in my mouth to try it!  Ha ha!  Lunatic, … Continue Reading »

Sweet Pumpkin Hummus.

Hummus doesn’t always have to be savory.  I whipped this little dish up last fall, of course, pumpkin inspired, and I had to make it again.  I just love it!  My kids love it too with sliced apples.  In fact, I have it all ready for them when they get home from school.  Great snack … Continue Reading »

Jalapeño yogurt dip.

I whipped this dip up for topping my roasted tomato soup that I made for dinner this evening but I can be used for so many other things.  I would definitely make this again for a  party as a dip for chips or veggies.  It would also be fantastic as a sandwich spread or to … Continue Reading »

Mixed olive tapenade.

I love olives!  This is one of my favorite go-to appetizers and I’ve been craving this for about two weeks.  I finally purchased some of my favorite olives and just got done making this… I had to share!  Easily prepared ahead of time.  All you need are some toasted baguette slices or even Melba toast. … Continue Reading »