Delicious Recipes to Try Out: A Community Thread

[BigSisGretchen]

Here is the recipe.

Hot Artichoke Dip

2 (6.5 oz) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
1 (10 oz) pkg frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, pressed
3 oz fresh Parmesan cheese, grated (about 3/4 cup)

Preheat oven to 375. Coarsely chop artichoke hearts using Food Chopper. Using Kitchen Scraper, place artichokes in Classic Batter Bowl. Add spinach, sour cream and mayonnaise. Press garlic into Batter Bowl using Garlic Press. Grate Parmesan cheese into Batter Bowl using Deluxe Cheese Grater; mix well with Mix 'N Scraper. Spoon into Mini Baker. Bake 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Serve with toasted French bread slices or vegetable dippers, as desired. Makes 24 servings (approximately 3 cups)

This sounds wonderful!
Thanks Mary!!!

 

[missydivine]

This sounds wonderful!
Thanks Mary!!!

You're welcome. It makes me want to make it. Yummy

 

[chef_kimmo]

I am going to our neighborhood non-progressive dinner next weekend.
I have to take an appetizer . . . the main course is Italian themed . . . we don't really know what it is until we get there.
The coordinator gives us a list of ingredients to bring and then we all cook together . . . it is alot of fun.
Anyway, does anyone have any ideas for an appetizer I could take . . . I have to prepare it and take it . . . we snack while cooking the main course.

What comes to my mind is the Caprese mini Sandwiches,

here is the recipe just in case:

The Pampered Chef ®
Caprese Mini Sandwiches
Recipe


4 flat pita bread rounds (without pockets)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Mix
1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
2-3 balls fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced (about 8 ounces)
2 large plum tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup toasted walnuts
1 garlic clove, pressed
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons light balsamic salad dressing
4 cups mixed baby salad greens or spinach leaves



Preheat oven to 425°F. Place pita rounds on Large Round Stone; drizzle with oil, spreading evenly. Sprinkle evenly with seasoning mix. Coarsely grate Parmesan cheese over pita rounds using Deluxe Cheese Grater. Bake 8-10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown and cheese is melted. Remove from oven.


Meanwhile, slice mozzarella cheese using Egg Slicer Plus® and slice tomatoes using Utility Knife; set aside. For pesto, place basil and walnuts on Cutting Board; finely chop together using Food Chopper. Combine basil mixture, garlic pressed with Garlic Press and salt in Classic Batter Bowl; mix well.


Turn over pita rounds on baking stone; drizzle with dressing, spreading evenly to edges. Using Crinkle Cutter, cut each round into six wedges. Remove half of the pita wedges to Cutting Board. Top each wedge with a small amount of the greens. Place one slice of mozzarella cheese over greens; top with pesto and one slice of tomato. Top with remaining pita wedges, cheese side up, forming 12 mini sandwiches. Secure with sandwich picks, if desired. Serve immediately.


Yield: 12 servings

Nutrients per serving: Calories 150, Total Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 3.5 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 7 g, Sodium 160 mg, Fiber 2 g


Cook's Tip: To toast walnuts, spread over bottom of Small Oval Baker. Microwave on HIGH 2-3 minutes or until fragrant and lightly toasted, stirring after each 30-second interval.

Allow walnuts to cool completely before finely chopping with the basil. This will help to maintain the bright color of this flavorful paste.

 

[BigSisGretchen]

Thanks Kim, this sounds yummy too.

 

[BigSisGretchen]

I made the Hot Artichoke Dip for our dinner, in the mini baker and put it in this PC basket . . . I made two loaves of bread, one flower shaped and the other heart. My neighbors were so impressed . . . and they LOVED the dip! Thanks for the suggestions!

 

[missydivine]

I made the Hot Artichoke Dip for our dinner, in the mini baker and put it in this PC basket . . . I made two loaves of bread, one flower shaped and the other heart. My neighbors were so impressed . . . and they LOVED the dip! Thanks for the suggestions!

I'm really glad it was a big hit!