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Pineapple Mango Salsa

Spinach & Artichoke Spread

Easy Pepperoni Rolls
 
Ingredients:
1 roll crescent rolls from the dairy case
sliced  pepperoni
cubed or shredded cheese (any flavor)
 
Directions:
Preheat oven to the temperature on the crescent roll package..
Separate each roll and add about 4 pieces of pepperoni and 4 pieces of cheese to each.
Press all the edges closed so filling does not show
Place rolls on cookie sheet and bake according to package directions (about 11-15 min. or
until golden brown.
Serve warm.  Add spaghetti sauce for dipping on the side if desired.
You can make these ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake

 

Spinach & Artichoke Spread

Prep time: 20 minutes
Bake time: 30-35 minutes
Makes: 8 servings


1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, defrosted
1 13 3/4-ounce can artichoke hearts in brine
1 cup Buttermilk Ranch Dip 
8 oz. Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded (2 cups)
Crackers or thin slices of French baguetteUsing your hands, squeeze spinach until as dry as possible. Place in a medium bowl. Drain artichoke hearts and squeeze out moisture in the same manner as the spinach. Transfer artichokes to a cutting board and chop coarsely. Place in bowl with spinach.Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Pack spread into a 4-cup baking dish. Up to this point the spread can be made ahead, covered and refrigerated. Preheat oven to 350° F. Bake 30-35 minutes until hot and bubbly around edges. Serve immediately with crackers or thin slices of French baguette.Serving Tip: Try this recipe on top of baked potatoes. Pop a batch of Artichoke & Spinach Spread in the oven for the last 30 minutes of potato baking. When done, split open baked potatoes and spoon dip mixture on top.
 

Pineapple Mango Salsa
 
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups pineapple cut into chunks
1 ripe mango, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup chopped red cabbage
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced

 
Directions
Stir together pineapple, mango, cabbage, red onion, cilantro, lime juice and peppers in
medium bowl.
Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
Serve salsa over grilled fish or chicken with grilled vegetables.  Garnish with lime
wedges, if desired.