Jan 21, 2020 | Appetizers, Recipes, Snacks
It’s Taco Tuesday and at my house that calls for a batch of Homemade Fresh Salsa. I know there are lots of bottled salsa out there, but seriously? Bottled salsa can’t compare to homemade!
In my husband’s family there’s a serious Salsa recipe competition! Each of my in-laws guard their “secret” salsa recipe; and each one claiming boasting rights to the best Salsa in town. Having tried their salsas I must admit the male darned good salsa! Who has the best, that’s hard to say without offending anyone!
Now having watched them make their salsa over the years I’ve been able to piece together my own version that of course is just as good!
Making homemade salsa isn’t very hard it just takes a bit of time and effort, but the end result is so worth it!
I usually mix up enough to fill 2 quart size Mason jars. This will keep in the fridge about a week or so, not that we have it for that long. We love using it on tacos, nachos, and even in fresh pita bread. It’s seriously that delish!
So here’s how to make Fresh Salsa, try it and you’ll never buy another bottle of it again!
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Instructions
Grill onions, garlic, and jalapeños on grill or roast in oven until soft and cooked.
Chop cooked onions, garlic, and jalapeños.
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Place diced tomatoes in a blender and pulse a few times. You don’t want it puréed just slightly chopped so it’s still chunky.
In a large bowl combine all the ingredients and still well.
Serve right away or store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Dec 24, 2019 | Appetizers, Christmas, Corner, Recipes, Snacks
Perfect for snacking or feeding a large crowd. They’re just so addicting, and you won’t be able to stop!
It can get a bit hectic around the holidays as you try to find the perfect gifts for your niece and nephews, the must-have sweater vests for your baby corgis, while hosting the biggest dinner party with friends and family in your closet-sized kitchen.
That’s why these oyster crackers are everything.
It’s perfect for any occasion, but it comes in particularly handy during the holiday season. It’s quick, easy and practically effortlessly made in the slow cooker with the help of my favorite ingredient of all –
Hidden Valley The Original Ranch Dips Mix. Toss that right in with garlic and freshly grated Parmesan with melted butter.
The combination is absolutely heavenly.
Now you can easily find this ingredient at Walmart – the perfect resource for all of your holiday entertaining, and you can transport these addicting crackers in these Glad Food Storage Containers. Just toss it right in, throw on the lid and you’re set.
See, I told you. Easy! You can even make this ahead of time, although you’ll probably end up eating all of the crackers before you make it to your boss’ holiday party!
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 (8-ounce) packages oyster crackers
- 1 (1-ounce) package Ranch Seasoning and Salad Dressing Mix
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
DIRECTIONS:
- Lightly coat the inside of a 6-qt slow cooker with nonstick spray.
- Add oyster crackers, Ranch Seasoning, garlic and dill. Stir in vegetable oil and gently toss to combine.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Stir in butter until melted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Remove crackers from slow cooker and place in a single layer onto a baking sheet. Stir in Parmesan and let cool completely.
- Serve, garnished with parsley, if desired.
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Slow Cooker Parmesan Ranch Oyster Crackers
Perfect for snacking or feeding a large crowd. They’re just so addicting, and you won’t be able to stop!
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Slow Cooker Parmesan Ranch Oyster Crackers
Perfect for snacking or feeding a large crowd. They’re just so addicting, and you won’t be able to stop!
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Dec 19, 2019 | Christmas, Corner, Snacks
Spice up your child’s snack this holiday season!
Fun “themed” snacks can help increase fruit and vegetable intake within your family. When foods are served in a creative form, children are more likely to eat the food served regardless if they may not have previously chosen to eat that specific food.
This snack is perfect for children to get involved in creating. Once the apples and cheese have been cut, assembly is child proof. Their involvment in the preparation may increase acceptance of more fruits.
What is needed for this creation?!
A slice of yellow cheese (preferable low fat)
5 -7 small pretzel sticks
8 green apple slices
8 craisins or raisins`
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Healthy Christmas Tree Snack
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Healthy Christmas Tree Snack
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Nov 28, 2019 | Appetizers, Recipes, Sides, Snacks
Are you looking for something simple and easy to add to your Thanksgiving menu? Try these delicious Corn & Cheese Fritters! They’re easy to make, you can mix up a batch in about half an hour!
Corn & Cheese Fritters make a great snack, appetizer, side dish, or even a light meal! Garnish it with chopped chives or green onions and serve with a dollop of sour cream! Super yummy! I guarantee your friends and family will love them!
Here’s my recipe for the delicious Corn & Cheese Fritters. This recipe makes about a dozen 2″ fritters and can easily be doubled to make more.
One thing about these fritters, you want to fry them up nice and crisp so don’t make the patty too thick. When the Corn & Cheese fritters are too thick the middle doesn’t cook well and you end up with a raw batter center, yuck!
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cup flour
1 large can (15.25 Oz. size) corn kernels
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
3/4 cup shredded cheese, preferably cheddar, monteray jack, or a combination of both
1 tsp. cumin
2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tbs. salt
1 tsp. ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped chives or green onions
Oil for frying
Sour cream & chopped chives or green onions for topping
Directions:
Mix all dry ingredients together in a mixing bowl.
Add the rest of the ingredients except the oil to the flour mixture.
Mix well until all the flour has been incorporated. Batter will be very thick, do not water it down.
Heat about 1/2′ oil in frying pan.
Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil. Lightly press down on each patty to spread it out and thin the patty to about 1/2′ thick.
Fry until golden brown turning each patty as the first side brown.
Drain on paper towel.
Serve garnished with chopped chive or green onions and a dollop of sour cream.
Sep 26, 2019 | Desserts, Recipes, Sides, Snacks
Cheesy Chili Mac is usually served during rainy and cold seasons. It is packed with vitamins and minerals that is good for your kids. Besides of its very easy to prepare and to cook, it is also a budget meal and 100% sure that your kids going to love this and beg for more cause it tastes cheesy rich and flavorful.
This is my version of Cheesy Chili Mac Recipe!Enjoy!
Ingredients:
2 ½ cups uncooked macaroni noodles
1 cup frozen corn kernels
15 oz. can kidney beans
1 ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
15 oz. can pinto beans
15 oz. can black beans
15 oz. can dice tomatoes
15 oz. can tomato sauce
2 ½ cups vegetable broth
2 tbsp. flour
2 tbsp. chili powder
2 cloves garlic
1 pc. yellow onion
1 tbsp. virgin olive oil
Directions:
In a large pot over medium heat, pour in olive oil then add and sauté the onion and garlic for 3 minutes or until onions are soft and transparent.
Then add the flour and chilli powder, continue to stir for about 2 minutes, or until flour and chilli powder begin to coat the bottom of the pot.
Drain and rinse the kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoe the 3 kinds of beans, the corn, and the vegetable broth to the pot.
Stir very well to dissolve any flour and chilli powder off the bottom of the pot.
Add the uncooked macaroni noodles and stir well.
Turn the heat up to medium high, and let it boil. Stir every other minute to loosen the noodles from the bottom of the pot as it heats up.
When it boils, turn the heat down to low so it continues to simmer gently. Simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the liquid is thick and saucy.
Stir frequently as it simmers just to make sure the pasta does not stick to the bottom of the pot.
When the pasta is tender, you can now add the shredded cheddar and stir until melted.
Serve while it’s hot.
Share with your family and friends! Enjoy!
Instructions
In a large pot over medium heat, pour in olive oil then add and sauté the onion and garlic for 3 minutes or until onions are soft and transparent.
Then add the flour and chilli powder, continue to stir for about 2 minutes, or until flour and chilli powder begin to coat the bottom of the pot.
Drain and rinse the kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoe the 3 kinds of beans, the corn, and the vegetable broth to the pot.
Stir very well to dissolve any flour and chilli powder off the bottom of the pot.
Add the uncooked macaroni noodles and stir well.
Turn the heat up to medium high, and let it boil. Stir every other minute to loosen the noodles from the bottom of the pot as it heats up.
When it boils, turn the heat down to low so it continues to simmer gently. Simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the liquid is thick and saucy.
Stir frequently as it simmers just to make sure the pasta does not stick to the bottom of the pot.
When the pasta is tender, you can now add the shredded cheddar and stir until melted.
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Share with your family and friends! Enjoy!
