Since starting my garden a few months ago, I’ve had several things growing; tomatoes, zucchinis, bell peppers, sweet peppers, and various herbs including basil. For some reason unknown to me, whenever I have grown basil in the past, it has always died. I blame it on the heat down here in Georgia, but I really don’t know if that is the case because I see other people’s plants doing extremely well. So this year I tried to plant it more out of the sun, so it wouldn't be exposed to the sun all day long, which I thought was maybe too long. I think I was right because this year, my basil ...
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Cilantro Lime Dip
Now that summer is rapidly approaching, I love thinking up new dips that will be great for BBQ’s and get togethers. We eat chips pretty much year round, and I love coming up with new dips, but I was thinking I wanted to make something light and summery! Now, even thought we eat Mexican food year round, I always associate eating Mexican and drinking margaritas during the summer, outside on a patio. Really, what’s better than that?! I am so looking forward to July when I have this baby and can drink a good ‘ole margarita again! Anyway, back to the dip! This ...
Hot & Cheesy Artichoke Dip
Two of my favorite appetizers are by far, Spinach Dip and Artichoke Dip. I have already covered Spinach Dip (a healthy version, too!) and a while back I posted a recipe for Cheesy Artichoke Bread (to die for). Both of these recipes are divine. Lately I feel like straight up Artichoke Dip is growing more and more popular, and I love how they serve it hot at restaurants….but the little bowl is never enough, right? Well, I have a great recipe for Hot & Cheesy Artichoke Dip. This dip is perfect for tailgating, football games, the Super Bowl, potlucks, kid’s birthday parties, ...