Baked Cheese

This recipe is courtesy of Teresa Pugh, and let me tell you it is amazing! It is perfect to make and take to a Superbowl party. The best part? It's sooo easy to prepare!

Baked Cheese

1 c mayonnaise (I use Olive Oil based)

1 sm onion, finely chopped

6-8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled (I have used turkey bacon and the store-bought pre-cooked bacon; both were delicious)

1 c shredded cheddar

1 c shredded swiss

1 c shredded Monterey Jack

1 round of sourdough

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper--optional

Mix first 6 ingredients and chill overnight. Hollow out bread bowl, leaving shell intact. Cut removed bread into cubes. Spoon cheese mixture into shell and place on cookie sheet. Bake 25-30 mins at 350.

Note: I would also set out some crackers with the bread cubes. I have made this without the bread bowl as well!

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Touchdown! This is the PERFECT tailgating or football party dip! I made it for the first time last weekend, and it got rave reviews! If you have 4-6 people, cut the recipe in half. Oh, and shout out to my mom for the recipe! Buffalo Chicken Dip 5 c chicken or 4 of the larger-sized cans 2 8 oz blocks of cream cheese (I used the 1/3 less fat type) 1 c Ranch dressing 1 c chopped celery 12 oz Frank's red sauce 11/2 c shredded cheddar cheese Sauté chicken, then add the other ingredients. Cook over medium heat. Mix well. Pour into baking dish and top with cheddar cheese. Cook in oven until bubbling. Serve with crackers, toasted bread triangles or tortilla chips. Note: I used canned chicken, and the dip was still amazing. I recommend using it to save time. I served the dip with Reduced Fat Triscuits and Baked Scoops.

Deviled Eggs

Yet another Southern girl staple and also a great snack if you make them low-fat! In fact, I was inspired to make these just now because I need a little something to eat and our pantry is a little bare since we have been out of town for so long. Enjoy!

Deviled Eggs

6 eggs (hardboiled)
3 T mayonnaise (I will be using the reduced-fat olive oil version)
1/2 t mustard
1/8 t salt
1/8 t pepper

Peel the eggs and cut lengthwise in half. Empty yolks into small bowl and mash with fork. Stir in mayo, mustard, salt and pepper. Fill whites with the yolk mixture. Cover and refrigerate up to 24 hrs. I like to garnish mine with paprika.

Easy Dips

I'm making these dips as appetizers for the poker game Barry is hosting tonight. Both are super easy and are sure to be delish!


Hot Cheese & Onion Dip

1 c mayonnaise (I used the olive oil based mayo)
1 c chopped Vidalia onion
1 c shredded cheddar cheese
4 drops hot pepper sauce (I used a little more for an extra kick)

Mix all ingredients together and bake 20 minutes at 350. Serve warm with crackers or tortilla chips.


Salsa Dip

1 8 oz block cream cheese
1 jar salsa
1 c shredded Mexican cheese

Layer above ingredients in a round dish in the order listed. Cook in the microwave about 5 minutes or until bubbly. Serve with tortilla chips.

Pimiento Cheese

Every true southern girl knows a good pimiento cheese recipe is a must-have! This one is wonderful...it has a little kick, but it is sure to get raves from those who try it. I'm making it to have for sandwiches, but it works great as an appetizer w/ gourmet crackers. You can also hollow out a bread bowl, bake it til it's bubbly and serve with fresh bread cubes. Any way you make it, it's delicious!

Pimiento Cheese

1 10 oz can Rotel Original, drained
1 cup mayo (I'm using the olive-oil based mayo...it works fine, but fat-free and other low-fat mayos do not work well. They make it too watery)
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp salt
16 oz (or more, if needed) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 4 oz jar chopped pimientos, drained

Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Stir in cheese and pimientos.