Cajun Bacon Wrapped Sausages

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil. Cut the strips of bacon into thirds and wrap each sausage with bacon.
2. Combine the brown sugar and Cajun seasoning and roll each sausage in the sugar mixture.
3. Place the coated sausages on the lined baking sheet.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the bacon is cooked and slightly crispy.

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Cajun Bacon Wrapped Sausages

If you need an easy appetizer that disappears fast, these Cajun Bacon Wrapped Sausages are always a hit.

Course Appetizer

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 10

Calories 313kcal

Equipment

• baking sheet
• Foil
• mixing bowls

Ingredients

• 12 ounce package bacon
• 28 ounce package mini smoked sausages
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil. Cut the strips of bacon into thirds and wrap each sausage with bacon.
  
• Combine the brown sugar and Cajun seasoning and roll each sausage in the sugar mixture.
  
• Place the coated sausages on the lined baking sheet.
  
• Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the bacon is cooked and slightly crispy.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 313kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 991mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 357IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg

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Ingredient Notes

• Frozen Meatballs: The easy shortcut that makes this recipe quick and convenient.
• Ketchup: Adds tangy flavor and helps create the rich sauce.
• Apricot Preserves: Brings sweetness and fruity flavor to balance the smoky chipotle peppers.
• Honey: Adds extra sweetness and helps thicken the sauce.
• Chipotle Peppers in Sauce: Gives the meatballs smoky heat and bold flavor.
• Worcestershire Sauce: Adds savory depth to the sauce.
• Garlic Powder: Adds warm garlic flavor throughout the dish.
• Onion Powder: Gives the sauce extra savory flavor.
• Chili Powder: Adds mild spice and smoky flavor.
• Ground Black Pepper: Finishes the sauce with a little extra seasoning.

Slow Cooker Apricot Chipotle Meatballs

1. Place frozen meatballs into the bottom of a 6qt or larger crockpot.
2. Mix together remaining ingredients in a medium bowl until well combined.
3. Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs and cook on low for 3-4 hours, or 1-2 hours on high. 
4. If the sauce needs thickening, remove the slow cooker lid and cook for another 20 minutes.
5. Stir the meatballs to evenly coat and serve. Enjoy!

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Slow Cooker Apricot Chipotle Meatballs

If you need an easy appetizer that disappears fast at parties, these Slow Cooker Apricot Chipotle Meatballs are always a hit!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Crockpot, Slow Cooker

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 4 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 16

Calories 204kcal

Ingredients

• 32 oz package frozen meatballs beef or turkey
• 1 ½ cup ketchup
• 1 cup apricot preserves
• ⅓ cup honey
• 2-3 chipotle peppers in sauce diced
• 2 tablespoons worcestershire
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

• Place frozen meatballs into the bottom of a 6qt or larger crockpot.
  
• Mix together remaining ingredients in a medium bowl until well combined.
  
• Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs and cook on low for 3-4 hours, or 1-2 hours on high.
  
• If the sauce needs thickening, remove the slow cooker lid and cook for another 20 minutes.
  
• Stir the meatballs to evenly coat and serve. Enjoy!
  

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 509mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 166IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

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Air Fryer Potato Wedges

1. First things first: Wash and slice your russet potatoes on a cutting board using a sharp knife. Cut into similar size wedges so they cook evenly.
2. Place wedges in a large bowl and cover with cold water (or ice water). This extra step removes excess starch and helps create crispier potato wedges. Let them soak for 10 minutes, then drain and rinse. Dry thoroughly using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
3. Toss the wedges with oil, seasoning salt, and salt until evenly coated.
4. Place wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding for maximum crispiness. Cook at 400°F for 18 minutes, flipping halfway through cook time. Remove once golden brown and crispy. Repeat with remaining wedges.

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Air Fryer Potato Wedges

If you love crispy potatoes with that golden brown outside and soft inside, these Air Fryer Potato Wedges are about to become your go-to easy side dish.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine air fryer, vegetarian

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 18 minutes minutes

Total Time 23 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 176kcal

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

• 2 large russet potatoes
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons seasoning salt Lawry’s
• 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

• First things first: Wash and slice your russet potatoes on a cutting board using a sharp knife. Cut into similar size wedges so they cook evenly.
  
• Place wedges in a large bowl and cover with cold water (or ice water). This extra step removes excess starch and helps create crispier potato wedges. Let them soak for 10 minutes, then drain and rinse. Dry thoroughly using paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
  
• Toss the wedges with oil, seasoning salt, and salt until evenly coated.
  
• Place wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding for maximum crispiness.
  
• Cook at 400°F for 18 minutes, flipping halfway through cook time. Remove once golden brown and crispy. Repeat with remaining wedges.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 1753mg | Potassium: 770mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 2mg

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Ingredient Notes

• Cream cheese: Bring to room temperature so it blends easily.
• Vanilla greek yogurt: You can use regular yogurt or plain yogurt with a little vanilla extract if needed.
• Honey: You can swap with maple syrup or even a bit of brown sugar.
• Lemon juice: Freshly squeezed is best for flavor.
• Ground cinnamon

Healthy Fruit Dip

1. In a small bowl, cream together the cream cheese and greek yogurt.
2. Stir in the honey, lemon juice, and ground cinnamon.
3. Serve immediately or store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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Healthy Fruit Dip

If you’re looking for a quick healthy snack or a light healthy dessert, this Healthy Fruit Dip is about to be your new go-to.

Course Dessert, dip

Cuisine healthy

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 9

Calories 86kcal

Equipment

• mixer

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese softened
• 1 cup vanilla greek yogurt
• 2 Tablespoons honey
• 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

• In a small bowl, cream together the cream cheese and vanilla greek yogurt until smooth.
  
• Stir in the honey, lemon juice, and ground cinnamon.
  
• Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 86kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 140IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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Ingredient Notes

• Pulled Pork: Tender shredded pork shoulder mixed with your favorite BBQ flavor makes the hearty base of these taquitos.
• Barbecue Sauce: Adds smoky sweetness and keeps the pork mixture juicy inside each tortilla.
• Fajita-Size Flour Tortillas: Soft flour tortillas roll easily and crisp up beautifully in the air fryer basket.
• Colby Jack or Sharp Cheddar Cheese: Melty cheese binds the filling together and adds rich flavor to every bite.

How to Make Air Fryer Pulled Pork Taquitos

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F and lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray or a little avocado oil.
2. In a large bowl or mixing bowl, combine the pulled pork, barbecue sauce, and cheddar cheese until evenly blended.
3. Lay a tortilla on your work surface and spoon about 2 tablespoons (or about ¼ cup of pork mixture for larger tortillas) slightly off-center.
4. Roll tightly without tearing and place seam side down in the basket.
5. Cook for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway through (around the 3–4 minutes mark), until crisp and golden brown.
6. Serve hot with sour cream, hot sauce, or your favorite BBQ sauce.

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Air Fryer Barbecue Pulled Pork Taquitos

These Air Fryer BBQ Pulled Pork Taquitos are one of our favorite ways to turn leftover barbecue into a crispy, family friendly meal.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine air fryer, Mexican

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 8 minutes minutes

Total Time 18 minutes minutes

Servings 10

Calories 410kcal

Ingredients

• 3 cups pulled pork
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 20 fajita size flour tortillas
• 1 cup colby jack or sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

• Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees. Prepare the basket with nonstick cooking spray.
  
• In a bowl, blend the pork, barbecue sauce, and cheese.
  
• Place about 2 tablespoons of the pork off-center in each tortilla. Roll up the tortilla as tightly as possible without tearing the tortilla and place on the air fryer basket with the seam side down.
  
• Cook in the air fryer for 6 to 8 minutes, depending on the wattage of your air fryer, flipping halfway.
  
• Serve with additional barbecue sauce, if desired.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 1233mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 284IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 212mg | Iron: 3mg

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Ingredient Notes

• Cream cheese: Gives the dip a rich and creamy base that balances the heat from the jalapeños.
• Sour cream: Adds tang and smooth texture, making the dip light and scoopable.
• Mayonnaise: Enhances creaminess and helps blend all the flavors together.
• Garlic powder & onion powder: Add savory depth without overpowering the main ingredients.
• Artichoke hearts: Bring a briny, slightly nutty flavor; chop into small pieces for easy mixing.
• Monterey Jack cheese: Melts beautifully and gives the dip its golden brown finish if baked later.
• Diced pickled jalapeños: Offer a hint of spice and tangy flavor.
• Green onions: Add color, freshness, and a mild bite.

Creamy Artichoke Jalapeno Dip (served cold)

1. In a large mixing bowl, blend together the cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise until well mixed and creamy.
2. Add in the seasonings and mix well.
3. Stir in the remaining ingredients until well combined.
4. Transfer your dip to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
5. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers, enjoy!

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Artichoke Jalapeno Dip served cold

If you’re looking for the perfect game day food or a crowd-pleasing appetizer for your next gathering, this Artichoke Jalapeño Dip recipe is your new go-to.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine dip, vegetarian

Keyword cold dip

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Chilling Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 10

Calories 163kcal

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 14 oz can artichoke hearts drained and chopped
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
• ⅓ cup diced pickled jalapenos
• ¼ cup sliced green onions

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl, blend together the cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise until well mixed and creamy.
  
• Add in the seasonings and mix well.
  
• Stir in the remaining ingredients until well combined.
  
• Transfer your dip to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers, enjoy!
  

Nutrition

Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 499mg | Potassium: 115mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 463IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 145mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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Ingredient Notes

• Raw peanuts in shells – The base of this recipe; they soak up all the flavors while cooking.
• Salt – Balances the spices and enhances the peanut flavor.
• Cajun seasoning – Provides a spicy, savory punch that defines Cajun boiled peanuts.
• Chili powder – Adds earthy heat and complexity.
• Garlic powder – Or granulated garlic for a bolder taste, it adds savory depth.
• Water – Enough to cover the peanuts fully, ensuring even cooking.
• Red pepper flakes (optional) – Kick up the spice level if you want an extra punch.

Cajun Boiled Peanuts

1. Start by rinsing the raw peanuts in cold water. This helps remove any dirt or debris. In a large pot, add the rinsed peanuts and the spices and stir, cover with water, ensuring there’s enough water to fully submerge the peanuts.
2. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer.
3. Cover the pot and let the peanuts simmer for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
   After about 3 hours, start checking the peanuts for doneness. They should be soft and tender. If they’re still too firm, continue simmering.
4. Once the peanuts are cooked to your desired tenderness, adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt, Cajun seasoning, or chili powder according to your preference.
5. Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer the boiled peanuts to serving bowls sprinkle red pepper flakes on top if desired. Serve hot as a delicious and flavorful snack or appetizer.

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Cajun Boiled Peanuts

If you’re craving a snack that’s bold, salty, and packed with Southern charm, these Cajun boiled peanuts are the answer.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Crockpot, Slow Cooker

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 4 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 451kcal

Ingredients

• 2 pounds raw peanuts in shells
• 3 tablespoons salt
• 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 + quarts water or enough to cover the peanuts.
• Red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

• Start by rinsing the raw peanuts in cold water. This helps remove any dirt or debris.
  
• In a large pot, add the rinsed peanuts and the spices and stir, cover with water, ensuring there’s enough water to fully submerge the peanuts.
  
• Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and let the peanuts simmer for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
  
• After about 3 hours, start checking the peanuts for doneness. They should be soft and tender. If they’re still too firm, continue simmering.
  
• Once the peanuts are cooked to your desired tenderness, adjust the seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt, Cajun seasoning, or chili powder according to your preference.
  
• Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer the boiled peanuts to serving bowls sprinkle red pepper flakes on top if desired. Serve hot as a delicious and flavorful snack or appetizer.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 23g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 2625mg | Potassium: 570mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1390IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 4mg

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From vanilla wafer pencils to rice crispy rulers, it’s a playful mix of healthy snacks, sweet treats, and fun finger foods. Grab some small bowls, cookie cutters, and your favorite foods for this fun activity the whole family will enjoy!

Ingredient Notes

• Butter – Helps melt the marshmallows and bind the rice crispy cereal for your ruler base.
• Mini Marshmallows – Melted into gooey goodness to hold the rice crispy treats together.
• Rice Crispy Cereal – The base of the edible rulers and a favorite school snack idea.
• Black, White & Pink Writing Gel – Used to decorate rulers, pencils, and smiley faces with school-themed designs.
• Chips Ahoy Cookies – The perfect base for cute smiley face cookie “students.”
• Vanilla Wafers – Transformed into pencil-shaped treats with just a few simple cuts and gel.
• Mozzarella Cheese Slices – Use cookie cutters to create alphabet letters for a school charcuterie board look.
• Ritz Crackers – Great addition for balance and crunch; pairs well with cheese cubes.
• Apple Slices – A classic school lunch idea; serve with peanut butter or sunflower butter.
• Peanut Butter Dipping Cup – A fun way to dip fruits or crackers—swap for sunflower butter if nut-free.
• Mixed Fruit – Adds color, freshness, and healthy foods to your kid’s board.

How to Make A Back To School Themed Snack Board

Rice Crispy Ruler Instructions:

1. Place butter over low-medium heat until fully melted. Add the bag of mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir using a ruber spatula until the marshmallows completely dissolve.
2. Add rice crispy cereal and mix until fully coated.
3. Immediately add this mixture to the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish.
4. Using a sheet of parchment paper, press down on the rice crispy flatly with the palm of your hand. Press into the corners and sides of the dish until the rice crispy treat is as flat and flush with the pan as possible. Cover and set aside to cool to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
5. When done, carefully cut the rice crispy treats into rectangles using a knife. Make one cut down the center from handle to handle and 6 cuts along the side to make (14) total rulers.
6. Using the black writing gel, begin to make your ruler markings starting with the longest lines. Draw (3) lines along the long side of the rice cripy treat to the center of the rectangle. Next, in between the edges and longest lines, draw (4) lines about half the size of the line you drew previously, parallel.
7. Fill in the remaining line spots with smaller lines, about half the size of the line you drew previously. Above the longest ruler lines, write out any number sequence of your choosing.

Chips Ahoy Smiley Faces Instructions:

1. Using black writing gel, draw two circles for glasses on the face of each cookie.
2. Next, draw two black lines coming outward of each circle to represent the glasses frame. Be sure to draw a black line in between the two circles as well.
3. Fill in the black circles with white writing gel. Start with a small dollop and use the tip of the writing gel pen to push the gel outwards, connecting with the black frame.
4. Using the black writing gel again, carefully put two dots in the middle of each white space to represent the eyes. Be sure to not use a lot of gel. Draw an upwards smiley face under the glasses with the black writing gel.
5. Top the smiley face cookies off with pink writing gel for the cheeks.

Vanilla Wafer Pencils Instructions:

1. Using a knife, carefully cut the corners off of one end of each vanilla wafer. This will make your pencil shape and reflect the writing tip.
2. Using the white writing gel, color in the triangle that is formed where you cut the corners from. Start by drawing a straight line across and then connecting at the tip. Fill in the triangle with the writing gel, pushing and connecting it together.
3. Next, draw a rectangle at the very bottom of each wafer to represent the pencil using the pink writing gel.
4. Take the black writing gel and form a small dot at the tip of the white triangle that you drew. This represents the lead. Repeat this process for all vanilla wafer pencils.

Board Assembly Instructions:

• Start your board by placing down the rice crispy treats and peanut butter up (or other dip/sauce of your choosing).
• Add smiley face cookies around the rice crispy treats and around the peanut butter.
• Next fill in the board with the vanilla wafer pencils, placing them in two places, opposite sides of each other.
• Fill in the remaining board spots with the other fixings such as the cheese & crackers, apple slices, and mixed fruit.

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Back To School Themed Snack Board

The school season is here, and what better way to kick things off than with a Back to School Themed Snack Board!

Course Appetizer

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Equipment

• Small Letter Cutters
• Circular Wooden Board 12 inch

Ingredients

Rice Crispy Ruler:

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 10 oz bag of mini marshmallows
• 6 cups rice crispy cereal
• Black writing gel

Chips Ahoy Smiley Faces:

• 4-8 Chips Ahoy Cookies depending on how many you want on your board
• Black white & pink writing gel

Vanilla Wafer Pencils:

• 6-8 vanilla wafers depending on how many you want on your board
• Black white & pink writing gel

Additional Board Fixings:

• Mozzarella cheese slices see alphabet cutter link below
• Ritz crackers
• Apple slices
• Peanut butter dipping cup
• Mixed fruit

Instructions

Rice Crispy Ruler Instructions:

• Place butter over low-medium heat until fully melted. Add the bag of mini marshmallows to the melted butter and stir using a ruber spatula until the marshmallows completely dissolve.
• Add rice crispy cereal and mix until fully coated.
• Immediately add this mixture to the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish.
• Using a sheet of parchment paper, press down on the rice crispy flatly with the palm of your hand. Press into the corners and sides of the dish until the rice crispy treat is as flat and flush with the pan as possible. Cover and set aside to cool to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
• When done, carefully cut the rice crispy treats into rectangles using a knife. Make one cut down the center from handle to handle and 6 cuts along the side to make (14) total rulers.
• Using the black writing gel, begin to make your ruler markings starting with the longest lines. Draw (3) lines along the long side of the rice cripy treat to the center of the rectangle.
• Next, in between the edges and longest lines, draw (4) lines about half the size of the line you drew previously, parallel.
• Fill in the remaining line spots with smaller lines, about half the size of the line you drew previously. Above the longest ruler lines, write out any number sequence of your choosing.

Chips Ahoy Smiley Faces Instructions:

• Using black writing gel, draw two circles for glasses on the face of each cookie.
• Next, draw two black lines coming outward of each circle to represent the glasses frame. Be sure to draw a black line in between the two circles as well.
• Fill in the black circles with white writing gel. Start with a small dollop and use the tip of the writing gel pen to push the gel outwards, connecting with the black frame.
• Using the black writing gel again, carefully put two dots in the middle of each white space to represent the eyes. Be sure to not use a lot of gel.
• Draw an upwards smiley face under the glasses with the black writing gel.
• Top the smiley face cookies off with pink writing gel for the cheeks.

Vanilla Wafer Pencils Instructions:

• Using a knife, carefully cut the corners off of one end of each vanilla wafer. This will make your pencil shape and reflect the writing tip.
• Using the white writing gel, color in the triangle that is formed where you cut the corners from. Start by drawing a straight line across and then connecting at the tip. Fill in the triangle with the writing gel, pushing and connecting it together.
• Next, draw a rectangle at the very bottom of each wafer to represent the pencil using the pink writing gel.
• Take the black writing gel and form a small dot at the tip of the white triangle that you drew. This represents the lead. Repeat this process for all vanilla wafer pencils.

Board Assembly Instructions:

• Start your board by placing down the rice crispy treats and peanut butter up (or other dip/sauce of your choosing).
• Add smiley face cookies around the rice crispy treats and around the peanut butter.
• Next fill in the board with the vanilla wafer pencils, placing them in two places, opposite sides of each other.
• Fill in the remaining board spots with the other fixings such as the cheese & crackers, apple slices, and mixed fruit.

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Philly Cheesesteak Dip

1. In a large pan over medium high heat warm oil. Add in peppers and onions, cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add in roast beef, cheeses, and milk. Lower heat to medium low, stirring occasionally until cheese melts and ingredients are well combined.
3. Turn off heat, add zest, lemon juice, and salt and pepper. Fold together and serve.

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Philly Cheesesteak Dip

This Philly Cheesesteak Dip takes all the flavors of a classic Philly cheesesteak sandwich and transforms them into a creamy, cheesy dip that’s impossible to resist.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Beef, dip

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 166kcal

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 13 ounces of deli roast beef finely chopped
• ½ cup of diced red and green peppers
• ¼ cup of onions diced
• 8 ounces of cream cheese softened and cubed
• 4 ounces of shredded provolone cheese
• 4 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup of milk
• Zest of ½ a lemon
• ¼ teaspoon of lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Parsley to garnish

Instructions

• In a large pan over medium high heat warm oil. Add in peppers and onions, cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  
• Add in roast beef, cheeses, and milk. Lower heat to medium low, stirring occasionally until cheese melts and ingredients are well combined.
  
• Turn off heat, add zest, lemon juice, and salt and pepper. Fold together and serve.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 663mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 585IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 274mg | Iron: 1mg

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The combination of sweet corn, tangy lime, spicy jalapeno, and cilantro creates a mouthful of flavors and textures that can be enjoyed as a topping for grilled meats, tacos, or salads, or simply as a dip with tortilla chips. It’s the perfect way to add a burst of summertime freshness to any meal or gathering!

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How to Make Corn Salsa

1. In a large mixing bowl add all ingredients together.
2. Stir ingredients and mix until well combined.
3. Chill salsa for 30 minutes to allow flavors to mend together. Serve with chips, salad bowls, or even tacos.

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Corn Salsa Recipe

Whether you're building burrito bowls, topping off chicken tacos, or just scooping with tortilla chips, this fresh corn salsa recipe is guaranteed to be a hit.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine dip, healthy, Mexican

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Chill Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 110kcal

Ingredients

• 28 oz can Southwest Sweet Corn drained
• 14 oz can White Corn drained
• 1 Poblano Pepper seeded and diced
• 1 Red Pepper Seeded and diced
• 1 small Red Onion diced
• 1 small Green Pepper diced
• 1 Jalapeño seeded and diced
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro chopped
• 2 Limes freshly squeezed
• 1 Lemon freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

• In a large mixing bowl add all ingredients together.
  
• Stir ingredients and mix until well combined.
  
• Chill salsa for 30 minutes to allow flavors to mend together. Serve with chips, salad bowls, or even tacos.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 218mg | Potassium: 305mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg

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