Showing posts with label entertaining. Show all posts
Showing posts with label entertaining. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

MexiCali Spread

Always a crowd-pleaser


This MexiCali taco dip is always a hit at parties. Great for crowds and excellent spread when you're hosting the game!


Ingredients
1 (18 ounce) package of light cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) tub of sour cream
1/2 package of powdered taco seasoning
2 diced hot house tomatoes


1 cup of diced green peppers


2 diced green onions
2 cups of fresh organic salsa


2 cups of finely shredded old cheddar cheese


sliced black olives (optional)


1/2 cup of jalepeno chopped (optional)


Directions


Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning in mixing bowl


Place mixture in serving dish
Top with fresh organic salsa
Cover with shredded cheese and veggies


Serve with warm tortilla chips





















Monday, June 20, 2011

Rosemary and Artichoke appetizer




Great for entertaining!

Recipe

1 (14 ounce) can of artichoke hearts drained and diced
1 (8 ounce) package of light cream cheese
2 fresh rosemary sprigs finely chopped
1 clove of garlic minced
salt and pepper to taste
1 dash of tobasco
1 oz of freshly shredded monteray jack cheese


Directions
*mix together the above ingredients in medium sized mixing bowl
Place the mixture into a baking dish
Top the baking dish with 2 oz of shredded asiago cheese
place in oven until cheese is melted and browned on surface
Remove from oven and garnish with fresh rosemary sprig
Serve with baked pita chips or thinly sliced baguette drizzled in olive oil




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