Dad’s Magic Bar Olives

Description Yummy, oozing, fried green olives! A very unique appetizer that is great to have on hand in the freezer for impressing unexpected guests! Breaded olives may be kept in the freezer until ready to fry. Ingredients 1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese 1 teaspoon hot sauce (such as … Read more

Air Fryer Asparagus Tots

Description There are broccoli tots and there are cauliflower tots, so why not asparagus tots? These are great on their own but I like to dip them in hollandaise sauce. Ingredients 12 ounces asparagus, trimmed and diced ½ cup panko bread crumbs ¼ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese 1 serving cooking spray Instructions Bring a … Read more

Gorgonzola Stuffed Mini Potatoes

Description These miniature potatoes make the perfect finger food. Use a strong-flavored Cheddar or feta instead of Gorgonzola for a nice twist! Ingredients 20 small new potatoes ¼ cup vegetable oil coarse sea salt to taste ½ cup sour cream ¼ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives Instructions Preheat oven to 350 … Read more

Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms

Description The melted cheese and bacon make these irresistible! These mushrooms are simple and delicious! Add some of your diced favorites! Omit bacon for vegetarian version. Ingredients 4 slices bacon 2 (12 ounce) packages fresh white mushrooms 3 tablespoons butter, melted 6 pitted black olives, finely chopped ¼ cup finely chopped green onion 1 teaspoon … Read more

Grandpa Gunn’s Raw Veggie Dip

Description This recipe will guarantee they eat their raw veggies! It is SO great! My grandpa ‘invented’ it years ago and we have been making it since! Anywhere I take it people want the ‘secret’ recipe!!! It’s actually a simple blend of mayonnaise, sour cream and seasonings. It is best chilled overnight to bring out … Read more

Drunken Fruit Salsa

Description This delicious salsa is perfect served with grilled chicken, pork, or fish over rice. You can try different variations using different fruits (pineapple, apple, etc.) Ingredients 1 medium mango, peeled and finely diced ¾ cup chopped fresh strawberries 1 kiwi, peeled and finely diced 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped … Read more

Jalapenos del Raton

Description My dad made these grilled poppers and I begged for the recipe. Now everyone begs me for the recipe. They are stuffed with cream cheese and sausage, wrapped in turkey bacon, and grilled–the perfect balance of flavors, and not always super spicy. The spiciness depends on the peppers. I find that the smaller they … Read more

Loaded BBQ Chicken Nachos Recipe

Description Chips and cheese. Sounds pretty basic, right? Not when Chef Lisa gets her mitts on this classic combo. This easy recipe for BBQ chicken nachos, piled high with all the fixings (not to mention a great twist of subbing in BBQ sauce for salsa) is scrumptious. Get ready for love at first bite. Garnish … Read more

Chipotle Peach Salsa with Cilantro

Description I came up with this fresh-tasting, spicy recipe one night as we fired up steaks smothered in a smoky hickory BBQ sauce on our new grill. The combination was a hit and this has definitely become a new favorite. We like our food spicy, so adjust the amount of chipotle and onion to suit … Read more

High-Protein No-Bake Energy Bites

Description Delicious, nutritious, and super easy! Ingredients 1 cup rolled oats ½ cup honey ½ cup peanut butter ½ cup chocolate chips 2 scoops protein powder 2 tablespoons chopped macadamia nuts Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings: 16