Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeño Ranch Dip

Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeño Ranch Dip My attempt at reproducing the original Blender 1 cup real mayonnaise1/2 cup buttermilk8 ounces sour cream4 ounces chopped jalapeños (canned, undrained)4 ounces chopped green chiles (canned, undrained)1/3 cup cilantro2 1/2 ounces dry ranch dressing mix1/2 teaspoon garlic (minced)1 lime (juiced)1/4 cup Cotija cheese (crumbled)6 ounces Velveeta Queso Blanco (or white…

Beer Cheese Dip

Beer Cheese Dip 16 ounces cream cheese (softened (regular not low fat))1 envelope Hidden Valley ranch seasoning mix8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (shredded fresh from block)3/4 cup amber ale beer3-4 green onion tops (sliced thin) Using large mixing bowl and stand mixer with paddle attachment, mix cream cheese, seasoning mix, and shredded cheddar cheese until…

Spiced Nuts with Bacon

Spiced Nuts with Bacon Salty and sweet bar nuts. Sheet panParchment paper 3 cups toasted nuts (assorted)3 ounces real bacon bits (or 1 pound of bacon, cooked and cut into small pieces)1/4 cup pure maple syrup1/2 cup brown sugar1/2 teaspoon dry mustard (not prepared mustard)1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced (or 1 tsp of dried thyme)1/2…

Beer Cheese

Beer Cheese 8 Ounces cream cheese4 Cups Sharp Cheddar (shredded)12 Ounces Guinness beerFresh chives (for garnish)Pretzel bites (for serving) Combine cheeses and beer and heat thoroughly (in microwave or crockpot). Serve with pretzel bites.

Herb Parmesan Almonds

Herb Parmesan Almonds 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (packed into measuring cup)2 Tbs McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Chicken Seasoning1 tsp garlic powder3/4 tsp salt1/2 tsp paprika2 egg whites2 cups natural whole almonds Preheat oven to 325F.In small bowl, mix all ingredients except egg whites and almonds set aside.In large bowl, whisk egg whites until they…

Charred Pineapple Relish Cream Cheese Dip

Charred Pineapple Relish Cream Cheese Dip 3 tablespoons Harry & David Charred Pineapple Relish8 ounces cream cheese (softened)3/4 cup swiss cheese (grated (or provolone))1/4 cup pecans (chopped) Mix the Harry & David Charred Pineapple Relish and cream cheese together.Fold in grated cheese.Form mixture into a ball or dome; roll in chopped nuts.Serve with crackers, chips,…

Rob’s Smoky Salsa

Rob’s Smoky Salsa 14.5 oz fire roasted tomatoes (canned (do not drain))1 cup red onion (large dice, about 1/2 an onion)1 cup red or yellow bell pepper (large dice)1/4 teaspoon cumin (ground)1 chipotle chili (from a can of chipotle chilis in adobo sauce)1 teaspoon adobo sauce (from a can of chipotle chilis in adobo sauce)7…

Warm CRACK Dip

Warm CRACK Dip Great football appetizer 8 oz cream cheese (softened)1 oz Ranch dressing mix3 oz bacon bits (Oscar Meyer real bacon)2 cups shredded cheddar cheese16 oz sour creamFritos scoops chips Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray 2-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.In bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well. Spoon into baking dish…