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ChocoChip Cookie Dough Dip

Oh my goodness, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip… where have you been all of my life? After enjoying this quick and easy dessert dip, my life will never be the same again. The other day, I had a serious craving for something salty and sweet. My brain immediately thought of chocolate (obviously) and then a [...]

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Apple Cider Dip

A Perfect Fall Treat. Have any leftover apple cider from Thanksgiving? Save it to make one of the most addictive sweet dips. This apple cider dip is cold weather favorite. Serve it at your company holiday party, as an appetizer on Christmas Eve, or for New Year’s Eve celebrations. Pair with cinnamon toast or original [...]

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Autumn Tree Crisps

-Pretzel Crisps -Caramel chews or frosting -Leaf sprinkles -Chocolate   Melt caramel chews on Pretzel Crisps in the microwave for about 25 seconds. Press leaf sprinkles on top. An alternative is to spread on frosting and shake sprinkles on top. Melt chocolate and drizzle a trunk across the bottom of each crisp. Allow to harden [...]

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Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas

Although we can agree that the food is the main event of Thanksgiving, how your table is set ties the day together perfectly. Place settings are a fun and creative way to add that special touch. Whether intended as decoration, party favor, or a way to keep Aunt Lucy and cousin Jack at table’s length, [...]

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Spooky Snacks – Part 3

Ghoulish Gouda Eye Balls: – Any round Babybel cheese (I selected Gouda, but there are many varieties to pick from) – Asparagus tapenade (or pesto if you do not like asparagus) – Black olives -Your favorite flavor Pretzel Crisps® To Make the Gouda Eye Balls Peel  Babybel cheese and slice in half. Dollop a little [...]

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Tuscan Chicken Dip

It’s football season, which means there’s almost always a game on TV in our house. A lot of the time, watching football means friends and entertaining, so here’s a cheesy and garlicky dip inspired by the flavors of Tuscany. It goes perfectly with the Garlic Parmsean Pretzel Crisps!               [...]

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Spooky Snacks – Part 2

Goat Cheese Skulls -Goat cheese or any soft, moldable cheese -Black beans or lentil beans -Your favorite flavor Pretzel Crisps® To Make Goat Cheese Skulls 1. Cut a slice of goat cheese. Squeeze together one side to make the thinner jaw. 2. Slice a black bean and use as teeth. Use two more beans for [...]

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Spooky Snacks – Part 1

Pretzel Crisps with cheese is one of the most delicious and obvious combinations for an after school snack or party finger food. To get into the Halloween spirit, here are some alterations to your favorite treat. They’re sure to make you scream with fright! Ingredients- Cheesy Jack-O’-Lantern: -Any small block of orange cheese, such as [...]

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5 Ways To Get Fit With Your Dog

On the days when I’m feeling lazy and just don’t want to workout, my dog, Murphy, reminds me that exercise should be fun. Murphy has a ton of energy, which is contagious and makes me look forward to our time together. He also gets really excited before we go outside for a walk. He typically [...]

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