When you make your own ranch dip, you can control the ingredients - no more additives or plastic bottles. We all know that fruits and vegetables are good for us. Most of us could probably be eating more of both. The smaller humans among us often need coaxing and this … [Read more...]
Layered Dip with Salsa, Avocado and Sour Cream
I've mentioned this before, but the picture of this Layered Dip forces me to bring it up again. I don't like taking pictures of food (which is a bit problematic for someone with a food blog). I find it all a bit over the top and unrealistic and frustrating. You will … [Read more...]
Vegan Pate with Mushrooms, Lentils, and Sunflower Seeds
Pate is one of those things I associate with holidays and special events. As a kid, it wasn't something I particularly liked (Chicken liver? Liverwurst? What?!), but even though I rarely ate it, I loved seeing it on the table. 40 some years later, my reaction to chicken (or … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Three Ingredient Peanut Butter Dip (for lunch or snacks)
Peanut Butter Dip is sweet enough to satisfy for dessert, but healthy(ish) enough that you can have it for lunch. There are only three ingredients: Greek yogurt, peanut butter and honey. Mix them in a bowl and you're done. Super fast and easy. Use it as a dip with fruit, … [Read more...]
Hot Artichoke Dip
Variations of this dip have been around for decades. Its spinach-fortified cousin is a perennially popular restaurant appetizer. This spinach-free Hot Artichoke Dip is my favorite version. It's super simple and fast to make, and can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance. I … [Read more...]