Thursday, October 23, 2014

Chipotle Ranch Potato Salad


This "Chipotle Ranch Potato Salad" will add a smoky flavor while the ranch dressing adds a touch of country to the dish. A delicious change of pace from the usual potato salad.

Ingredients

5 to 6 medium russet potatoes peeled; cut into ¾ inch chunks
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
1 cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise
1/2 cup Kraft Ranch Dressing
1 cup thinly diced celery
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup chopped scallions
2 1/2 Tablespoons chipotle hot sauce
2 teaspoons orange zest
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
bacon, cooked and chopped
chives, chopped

Directions

Put potatoes in a large pot and fill with cold water.

Cover potatoes with water in 4-quart saucepot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.

Drain and cool slightly.

Gently toss potatoes, mayonnaise, ranch, bacon, celery, scallions, salt, pepper and eggs.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Top with bacon and chives.






Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Garden Fairy Sweet Sweet Potato Soup



Easy to make and taste absolutely delicious, plus the black beans and orange sweet potatoes look great together for Halloween.



Ingredients

3 large sweet potatoes; diced
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove powder
1 medium red onion; finely chopped
1 Tablespoon fresh garlic; minced
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 can (15 oz.) black beans; rinsed
3 cups Pacific Vegetable Broth
2 Tablespoons I Can't Believe It's Not Butter
1 (8 oz.) container sour cream
Fresh cilantro; chopped
1 (8 oz.) container sour cream.


Directions


In a large skillet add butter and onion.

Sweat the onions on medium heat for 5-7 minutes and add to crock pot.

Add the rest of the ingredients and stir.

Cover with lid and cook on LOW 6-8 hours.

Mash some of the potatoes against the side of the crock pot.

Stir until blended.

Serve topped with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with cilantro.  


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