I took a three day hiatus from the blog. Sometimes you just need that, you know what I mean? It was a nice because I did some things that I don't normally have time for like give myself a fancy manicure which we all know that takes some time to do. Also I took Sebastian to see that new kid's movie out The Croods. Sebastian and I give it two thumbs up! We loved every second of it and I highly recommend it if you have a little one.
So, now that I'm back I wanted to share a fun hummus recipe with you. I adore hummus. I use my food processor the most to make all kinds of hummus. I'm on a huge cilantro kick lately and this Cilantro Ginger combo has become my favorite out of all that I've experimented with. Making hummus is super easy and I always like to keep some in the fridge to snack on with Wheat Thins or toasted pitas! Yum!
Cilantro Ginger Hummus
Ingredients: makes about 2 cups
1- 15 0z can chickpeas, drained
1/4 cup Tahini (sesame paste)
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinaigrette
1 garlic clove
1 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 cup cilantro
1 whole plum tomato
2 whole scallions
Direction:
1// Combine everything into a food processor and puree until it becomes smooth. Easy!
tip: if you like your hummus a bit more smooth or runny then instead of draining the can of chickpeas leave about 1/4 cup and add it in with everything else. If you enjoy hummus to be a little bit on the thick creamy side then go ahead and stick to my recipe.
Have you made hummus? What's your favorite kind to make?
xoxo.
Are you doing anything for Super Bowl tomorrow? Whether you are heading to a party, hosting one or just hanging out at home to watch the game these two dips are quick and super yummy!
I'll be bringing these over to my family's house tomorrow since we are celebrating my mother in law's birthday as well as watching the football game. The first dip is the classic Spinach Artichoke Dip. This is my all time favorite dip. Ever! The second dip is Buffalo Chicken Dip. It's pretty funny how this dip was introduced to me since it was actually my husband who told me about it. We've made this dip a few Friday nights ago to enjoy while we watched movies.
Spinach Artichoke Dip:
Ingredients:
8 oz fresh spinach
1 canned artichoke, in water & chopped up
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 (8oz) package cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, topping
Directions:
1// Heat the olive oil and add spinach, artichoke, onion & garlic. Sauté until everything is cooked.
2/// In a medium bowl combine the sautéed veggies with cream cheese & mayonnaise. Mix everything together well.
3// Transfer into a oven safe dish. Top it with the shredded mozzarella cheese and bake it on 350 for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Ingredients:
1 (8oz) package cream cheese, room temperature
2 (12.5 oz) cans of Swanson premium white chunk chicken
1/2 cup Frank's Original Red Hot Sauce
1/2 cup ranch dressing
3 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
Directions:
1// In a medium mixing bowl combine all the ingredients together. Leave a palm full of blue cheese to top the dip.
2// Transfer dip into a oven safe dish and bake at 350 for about 20 minutes.
Hope you all enjoy your Sunday game day.
xoxo.
