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.

Barbecued Meatballs

Barbecued Meatballs Aunt Letha's delicious meatballs Meatballs13 ounces evaporated milk3 pounds ground chuck2 cups oatmeal (quick cooking)1 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon garlic powder2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons chili powder2 eggsSauce2 cups ketchup1 1/2 cups brown sugar2 tablespoons liquid smoke (hickory)1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 cup chopped onion Mix all the meatball ingredients together and shape…

Cotton Candy Popcorn

Cotton Candy Popcorn 6 ounces butter flavored corn pops (or 12 cups plain popped corn)1/2 cup unsalted butter1/2 cup light corn syrup1 cup cotton candy sugar (such as Gold Medal Flossugar)1/2 teaspoon super-strength cinnamon flavoring (or 1-2 tsp of other flavoring )1/2 Teaspoon Baking soda Preheat oven to 250°F. Place corn pops or popcorn in…

Cinnamon / Flavored Caramel Corn

Cinnamon / Flavored Caramel Corn Candy coated corn pops (or popcorn) flavored with cinnamon or other flavoring 6 ounces butter flavored corn puffs (or 12 cups plain popped corn)1/2 cup unsalted butter1/2 cup light corn syrup1 cup granulated sugar1/2 teaspoon super-strength cinnamon flavoring (or 1-2 tsp of other flavoring )1/2 teaspoon baking sodared food coloring…

Ritzy Chicken

Ritzy Chicken 8 cups cooked chicken breast (cubed (6-8 breasts))8 ounces sour cream2 cans cream of chicken soup1 can mushrooms (sliced)1 cup Ritz cracker crumbs1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon poppy seed3 tablespoons butter Place chicken in a greased baking dish.Mix sour cream, soup, and mushrooms. Pour over chicken.Sprinkle mixture of cracker crumbs, celery seed, and…

Coconut Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Coconut Cream Cheese Pound Cake From Facebook / Tasty Bundt pan 1 cup butter (softened)1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening3 cups granulated sugar8 ounces cream cheese (softened)7 large eggs3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)1 tablespoon coconut extract1 teaspoon almond extract1 cup flaked sweetened coconut (pulsed 5 times in food processor) Preheat oven to 325°F.Grease a (10-inch, 12-cup)…

Dill Chicken Salad

Dill Chicken Salad Personally modified version from Ree Drummond on Food Network 1 pound boneless cooked chicken2 cups red seedless grapes (halved)1/2 cup slivered almonds4 green onions (sliced)3 stalks celery (sliced)1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt1/4 cup heavy cream2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill ((or 1/2 tbsp dill weed + 1/2 tbsp dill seed))1 tablespoon…