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  1. Light Mexican Layer Dip

    February 16, 2012 by erinRD

    Adapted from Splattered Apron

    I made this dip for superbowl and it was a big hit!

    1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
    1 can diced chilies, drained
    1 1/2 cups 0% Chobani Greek Yogurt
    1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
    2 avocados
    a large bunch of cilantro, minced and divided
    4 limes, juiced and divided
    2 Tablespoons of a minced jalapeño, seeds and ribs removed
    10 ounces frozen roasted corn, cooked according to packaging and slightly cooled
    1/2 small red onion, minced
    1 tablespoon olive oil
    3 roma tomatoes, diced
    1 cup freshly shredded colby jack cheese
    2 green onions, white and green parts, sliced
    salt and pepper, to taste

    Directions:
    1. Combine the black beans, green chilies, salt and pepper in a food processor. Process until smooth then spread in the bottom of a serving dish. Clean the food processor, you’ll need it again shortly.


    2. In a bowl, stir together the Chobani Greek yogurt and taco seasoning until well combined. Spread on top of the of the black bean layer.
    3. Add 2 avocados, a large handful of cilantro (leaving 3 Tablespoons of cilantro for later), the jalapeño, the juice of two limes and salt to the food processor. Process until only slightly chunky, scraping down the bowl once or twice. Spread on top of the Greek yogurt layer.


    4. In a bowl, combine the corn, minced red onion, remaining minced cilantro, olive oil, the juice of two limes and a generous amount of salt. Spread on top of the avocado layer.


    5. Put tomatoes on top of the corn salsa followed by the colby cheese and green onions.

    Serve with tortilla chips. Serves 30 at ~ 2 Tablespoons per serving

    Nutrition Notes: A perfect spread of carbs, fat, carbs and fiber! Low in sodium and calories too. This is a prefect healthy dip to make in place of all the cream cheese, sour cream, cheese filled dips out there!

    Taste Test: This was one of my favorite dips! Loaded with fresh veggies, beans, greek yogurt – it was the perfect combination! It went quickly at the party and it seemed like everyone loved it!


  2. Baked Potato Skins

    February 8, 2012 by erinRD

    For Wholesome Husband’s 32nd Birthday, we had a football party at our place. I asked him what kind of appetizers he wanted and he picked potato skins.

    Since then, I have made these 3-4 times since they were requested multiple time from people!

    Adapted from All Recipes

    4 large baking potatoes, baked and cooled
    3 Tablespoons vegetable oil
    1 Tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
    1/2 teaspoon salt
    1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    1/4 teaspoon paprika
    1/8 teaspoon pepper
    8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
    1 1/2 cups shredded 2% Cheddar cheese
    1/2 cup light sour cream
    4 green onions, sliced

    Directions:
    1. Cut potatoes in half lengthwise; scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell (save pulp for another use).
    2. Place potatoes skins on a greased baking sheet.
    3. Combine oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic powder, paprika and pepper; brush over both sides of skins. Bake at 475 degrees F for 7 minutes; turn. Bake until crisp, about 7 minutes more.
    4. Sprinkle bacon and cheddar cheese inside skins. Bake 2 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted.
    5. Top with sour cream and onions. Cut each in half and serve immediately. Serves 16.

    Taste Test: These are always a big hit at parties. They are the classic appetizer and always a crowd pleaser. Of course Wholesome Husband loves these so I am sure I’ll be making them again and again!