Cheese and Port Dip for Apples

This is a very adult appetizer or snack food and great for entertaining. Try to use a good Port. I use MacLaren’s Imperial Sharp Cold Pack Cheddar cheese. Serve with Granny Smith apples dipped in lemon juice.

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Zilla’s Guacamole (THE BEST)

Tangy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious! This is by far the best guacamole I have ever tried. Everyone always asks me for the recipe. To prevent guacamole from browning put the avocado seed in the middle of the guacamole.

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Pineapple and Cream Cheese Ball

This is a simple, fast, and easy holiday cheese ball recipe. It will remind you of your childhood if you are of a vintage age. If you loved the taste of Kraft® pineapple cheese spread on a Ritz® cracker this will really bring back comfort food memories. Makes a great potluck dish for parties. This is a big favorite at the holidays. I like to serve this with Chicken in a Biscuit® type of cracker, but your favorite crackers will do very nicely.

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Susan’s Smokey Salmon Ball

Salmon lovers and those who like non-traditional cheese balls will enjoy this nice appetizer. Finely chopped nuts or parsley may be substituted for cracker crumbs. Great for cocktail parties, showers, and family get-togethers. You can roll the finished ball in finely crushed pecans, slivered almonds, or finely minced parsley as you wish.

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Simple Garlic Dip

This easy garlic dip is one of the first things to disappear at gatherings. No matter what other appetizers are available, this is what people crowd around to eat. Add more or less garlic to taste. We have friends that add so much garlic your mouth burns after a few bites. Great for watching football and at BBQs!

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Fancy Pimento Cheese

I had the best pimento cheese at a resort in North Carolina and replicated it in my kitchen. Tastes great with flatbread crackers, topped with chow chow and a slice of pickled okra! Try it!

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TJ’s Creamy Salsa

I made this cream cheese-based dip to go with tortilla chips at a lakeside BBQ. When I checked to see if it was a success, I found the bowl nearly empty and people wiping it with their fingers – I guess you could say finger licking good.

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