Garlic Hummus by Amanda Natividad

Some recipes call for too much tahini. Others try too hard and call for red bell peppers or sun-dried tomatoes. I prefer to keep it simple: chickpeas and tahini, with lots of garlic and lemon juice. Oh, and a dash of olive oil to keep it creamy. Use it as a sandwich spread or dipping sauce.

Apple and Spinach Salad with Sweet Seed Butter Dressing by Betsy's Best

Betsy’s Best Gourmet Peanut Butter, Almond Butter, Cashew Butter, and Sunflower Seed Butter feature Chia seeds, cinnamon or cardamom, organic honey, Himalayan pink salt and other surprising, sophisticated and deliciously natural ingredients. Our sweet and salty spreads are perfect on whole grain crackers, fresh fruit and even by the…

Salsa by Beth Roan

Fiber-packed Papaya & Carrot Milkshake by A2Z Healthy Vegetarian Cuisine

Know What You Eat: Papaya has high nutritional benefits.Its a very good source of fiber and so helps relieves constipation and protects against colon cancer. Its rich in Anti-oxidants, the B vitamins, folate and pantothenic acid; and the minerals, potassium and magnesium. In addition, papaya contains the digestive enzyme, papain,…

Clam and Olive Dip by Robyn Savoie

Serve this with bagel or pretzel chips at your next football or tailgate party!

Feta Stuffed Kalamata Olives by Mary Joseph

These are a little time consuming to make but so worth it! They'll be a hit at any cocktail party!

Guacamole by Beth Roan

Thank goodness colors have changed since the 70's. Remember when guacamole green was the color of most people's kitchens?? My sister and her boyfriend had a guacamole cook-off and Kyle's was the winner. I had been scared of guacamole ever since I was about 8. I finally decided to try it and I have to say it was way better than what I…

Peanut Butter and Grape Trifle by Enda Love

This trifle is a fun new twist on a classic. It features grapes and creamy peanut flavours that will be a show stopper at your next party.

Fresh Tomato Salsa by Thomas Grossmann

This is one of the many great recipes featured in the new “Recipes From South Of The Border” cookbook. With “Recipes From South Of The Border” you will find the finest examples of culinary creativity from this intriguing and vibrant country. Learn more about the cookbook here: http://www.cookbookholiday.com/southoftheborder

Stuffed Fennel by Dennis Biancuzzo

This recipe came over from Italy. Orignally, it had no measurments or instructions.

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…

Grape Salad by Beth Roan

I had been craving this ever since my sister made me taste this dish that her boyfriend's mother brought to Easter dinner. It is so good!!

Cheddar Bacon Ranch Dip by Beth Roan

Addictive!

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…