Polly's Crackers by Heather Smith

I found this recipe in a "Handed Down" recipe book my mom gave me... This is a very simple snack to make for your family or to take along anywhere! It stays fresh for at least 3 weeks if kept in an airtight container or zip lock bag.

Zeera Raita (Cumin seeds Raita) by Aisha

Raita is a famous and delicious side dish in subcontinent. This mouth watering dish is prepared at every home in Pakistan with pulao and biryani (RicE).

Basic Easy Pie Crust by Glenn

For my grandmother, Eva Koehler, this was what passed for "easy." For me, easy means opening the box and removing the sleeve, cutting the end and removing the roll of pie dough then un-rolling the dough and placing it in a greased 9" pan. Translations have been made where appropriate. This is one of a very few recipes in her book…

Raw Vegan Chocolate Fruit Balls by The Blender Girl

My mom and I make these raw fruit balls all the time and they are absolutely delicious. We use raw almonds, cashews and macadamias as our nutty blend. But you could use any nuts that tickle your festive fancy. Just know that each nut mix will yield a treat of a different personality. Roll out these vegan treats. They make great…

No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars by Brittany Hoverman

Sambusak dough by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

Sambusak dough

Fresh chili paste by CHEF ASHRAF ABD ALEEM ELKHARBOTLY

Fresh chili paste

Romaine Salad with Lemon-Parmesan Dressing by Nancy Miyasaki

A simple but fantastic salad with a very nice dressing. Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes add depth and flavor to this salad. We all really enjoyed this. Another amazing dish from my good friend Marci Chan!

Homemade Chocolate Milk Shakes by Jennifer Sikora

A frugal way to make a homemade chocolate milk shake when you don't have any ice cream on hand. You will not believe how delicious these shakes are!

Banana Nut Appetizer by Wendi Taylor

These quartered slices of fresh bananas with mayo and pecans make a delicious appetizer course for your holiday meal or dinner party.

Giggling Gourmet's "Don Quixote's Boca de Fuego!" Hot Sauce by Giggling Gourmet

For those that like it hot: Here's a hot sauce personal favorite of my own design that I have been working on over the years, it has a nice kick, fresh taste & creamy texture and we use it on just about everything! Enjoy!

Neiman Marcus Cheese Spread by Mari

This was served at a bunco group and it has been a hit at my house ever since. Great party appetizer. Makes a lot but never any left. Like serving with sociable crackers

Hawaiian Crest Salsa by Smokinhotchef

I came up with this recipe at the spur of the moment to accompany the shrimp recipe I was preparing for a late lunch get-together with several of my sisters and my brother Ken. I had just visited the supermarket, so I had lots of fresh ingredients on hand. My sister Gayle said this recipe reminded her of Hawaii and crisp freshness…

Black Bean-Salsa Dip by RecipeKing

Black Bean-Salsa Dip is an easy and quick recipe with no cooking. The perfect recipe for the diet conscious also. Beans, tomato, corn and onions served with tortilla chips seasoned with lime juice and cumin. It ia a NO-FAT, NO-CHOLESTEROL, low sodium, low sugars, low carbohydrates, vegetarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, Weight Watchers…