The holidays are just around the corner.Dips are great appetizers to get a party started.Everyone likes to nibble on something good while sipping a cocktail of choice.My one friend Lisa used to make Artichoke Dip for all our parties and it was such a hit!Here is a fabulous recipe and is super easy to make. Ingredients : 1 can artichoke hearts ( chopped or mashed ,however you like the consistency )
1 cup mayonnaise ( I use lite or low fat )
1 cup grated Locatelli cheese
1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
1 chopped jalapeno pepper ( remove stem ) ( I like heat and use the seeds.)
1 - 8 oz. cream cheese (room temperature) 1/4 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
* Mix together,place in an oven safe bowl and bake for 25 minutes at 350degrees F. ( I blend everything in my food processor.)Serve with bagel chips,tortilla chips,garlic toast,sweet potato chips,veggies,cheese or whatever you like.Make an assortment to appeal to everyone.
Monday, October 4, 2010
Pumpkin martini -recipe
The night air had a chill that reminded us that fall has just begun.The end of summer leaves such bittersweet feelings.We hate to see summer over but get a break from all the shoobies and summer rush.This weekend marked Harbor-fest all along the Jersey Shore.Aromas of various seafood's filled the air as well as most peoples palettes.We stopped at one establishment ,The Lobster Loft,who were serving Pumpkin Martini's .Various renditions of the Pumpkin Martini have long been a favorite cocktail for fall. Although sometimes it can be difficult try to find pumpkin schnapps or any pumpkin liqueur. If you absolutely cannot find pumpkin liqueur you can substitute pumpkin spice syrup or a pure pumpkin puree.Remember it will change the taste and consistency not to mention the alcohol content.Any which way you make them I am sure they will be quite yummy to say the least.The handsome young bartender ,Anthony Bennett,gave me his signature recipe.Hope you enjoy !!!!
Ingredients:
1/2 oz butterscotch schnapps
2 oz vanilla vodka or use your favorite Top Shelf Vodka
1/2 oz pumpkin liqueur
1 dollop of whipped cream (What you do with the rest is up to you !!!!!)
cinnamon stick for garnish
Directions:
Pour the butterscotch schnapps and vodka into a shaker filled with ice.
Shake well.
Add the pumpkin liqueur.
Shake again.
Strain into a chilled martini glass.
Top with a dollop of whipped cream.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick and plastic spiders ******* I love to get creative for my parties.I make fancy ice cubes and love to decorate my glasses !Get crazy for Halloween and impress your guests or give them a fright!Have fun!
Directions
Using 8 to 10 chocolate chips for one martini glass , heat in the microwave for 20 seconds until almost melted. Take chips out of the microwave and stir with a spoon until completely melted (this method creates best chocolate consistency for making the web). Place the melted chocolate in a squeeze bottle ( or a sandwich baggie and clip a small hole in the end corner ) and 'draw' a spider web on the inside or the outside of the martini glass ( or use a toothpick dipped in chocolate to draw the web on the glass instead of a squeeze bottle or sandwich bag.) Place the glass in the refrigerator or a cool place to solidify for a few of minutes. Pour in your cocktail mix.Add a plastic spider to the edge of the glass. Serve and enjoy!
Ingredients:
1/2 oz butterscotch schnapps
2 oz vanilla vodka or use your favorite Top Shelf Vodka
1/2 oz pumpkin liqueur
1 dollop of whipped cream (What you do with the rest is up to you !!!!!)
cinnamon stick for garnish
Directions:
Pour the butterscotch schnapps and vodka into a shaker filled with ice.
Shake well.
Add the pumpkin liqueur.
Shake again.
Strain into a chilled martini glass.
Top with a dollop of whipped cream.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick and plastic spiders ******* I love to get creative for my parties.I make fancy ice cubes and love to decorate my glasses !Get crazy for Halloween and impress your guests or give them a fright!Have fun!
Directions
Using 8 to 10 chocolate chips for one martini glass , heat in the microwave for 20 seconds until almost melted. Take chips out of the microwave and stir with a spoon until completely melted (this method creates best chocolate consistency for making the web). Place the melted chocolate in a squeeze bottle ( or a sandwich baggie and clip a small hole in the end corner ) and 'draw' a spider web on the inside or the outside of the martini glass ( or use a toothpick dipped in chocolate to draw the web on the glass instead of a squeeze bottle or sandwich bag.) Place the glass in the refrigerator or a cool place to solidify for a few of minutes. Pour in your cocktail mix.Add a plastic spider to the edge of the glass. Serve and enjoy!
Pumpkin dip-recipe
Today is October 1st.October has so many endearing qualities to be fond of.My daughter,Antonella,was born October 24,2007.We celebrate the whole month long.Between Harvest-Fest,Oktoberfest outings and Halloween gatherings this month it is sure to be a busy time of the year.Get your party hats on the Holidays have just begun!Here is a recipe for pumpkin dip that is eaten very quickly and everyone will want the recipe to.
Ingredients :
1 package (8 ounces) lite cream cheese, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup canned all natural pumpkin (no sugar or anything else)(Libby's & Acme have all natural pumpkin)
1 cup lite sour cream
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup lite cool whip
Instructions :
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Beat in the pumpkin, sour cream, cinnamon, and cool whip until blended. Serve in a serving bowl surrounded with sliced apples or baked bread such as carrot or zucchini on a decorative plate. Refrigerate leftovers. Makes: 4 cups. Serves: 8 - 10 people ( Depending on how much one person will eat.I have a friend who can eat 1/2 this recipe herself.)
Ingredients :
1 package (8 ounces) lite cream cheese, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup canned all natural pumpkin (no sugar or anything else)(Libby's & Acme have all natural pumpkin)
1 cup lite sour cream
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup lite cool whip
Instructions :
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Beat in the pumpkin, sour cream, cinnamon, and cool whip until blended. Serve in a serving bowl surrounded with sliced apples or baked bread such as carrot or zucchini on a decorative plate. Refrigerate leftovers. Makes: 4 cups. Serves: 8 - 10 people ( Depending on how much one person will eat.I have a friend who can eat 1/2 this recipe herself.)
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