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Spicy Roasted Carrot Hummus

This is a wonderful appetizer for Easter, Mother’s Day or any spring gathering. The roasted carrots give this hummus a bright, fresh flavor. Even those who don’t like hummus end up loving this version. —Anne Ormond, Dover, New Hampshire

Baba Ganoush

Baba ganoush (also spelled baba ghanoush or baba ghanouj) is a Lebanese dip made with roasted eggplant. It's typically served...


Green Tomato Salsa

I came up with this green tomato salsa recipe so I could use up all the fresh tomatoes from my...


Chunky Tomato Salsa

Our college-age daughter, two of her friends and a nephew ate a quart of this salsa with chips in one...


Mild Tomato Salsa

I got this salsa recipe from my sister, and my children and I have been making batches of it ever...

Slow-Cooked Salsa

I love the fresh taste of homemade salsa, but as a working mother, I don't have much time to make...


Mandarin Salsa

Sweet mandarin oranges temper the boldness of cilantro, jalapeno and onion in this salsa, creating an impressive and colorful combination....

Fire-Roasted Tomato Salsa

“I’ve been making this salsa for a few years now. Chipotle pepper gives it a smoky kick. The recipe makes...


Classic Texas Caviar

I adapted this texas caviar from one in a cookbook I received a long time ago, and now, I can't...


Smoky Grilled Corn Salsa

Our backyard grill is the perfect place to cook up the ingredients for homemade corn salsa. It’s yummy with tortilla...


Chunky Salsa

This fresh-tasting salsa is wonderfully chunky. If you like it hotter, add more habanero peppers; if you prefer a mild...

Calico Corn Salsa

"A friend gave me the recipe for this colorful salsa...and when I took it to a luncheon, everyone loved it,"...


Corn ‘n’ Black Bean Salsa

I'm a high school football coach who also likes to cook and garden. This black bean and corn salsa is...


Garlic Artichoke Dip

Not only is this chilled dip delicious and lower in fat, but it also offers easy make-ahead convenience. —Lisa Varner,...


Zesty Salsa Verde

Last year was the first time I had ever grown tomatillos. They were so abundant that I had enough to...


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Mexican Homemade Salsa

In the summertime, I love to make this easy, zippy homemade salsa recipe with fresh tomatoes from my garden. I...

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Microwave Salsa

I love the salsa served at my favorite Mexican restaurant, so I set out to match the flavor. I think...


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Grilled Corn Salsa

Lime juice lends a tartness to this colorful salsa - a zippy mixture of corn, sweet red pepper, red onion...


Taco Joe Dip

My daughter was the first in our family to try this recipe. She thought it was delicious so she passed...


Southwest Hummus Dip

Not your ordinary hummus, this dip is a combination of two things I love—chick peas and Southwestern flavors. You can...


Slow-Cooked Peach Salsa

Fresh peaches and tomatoes make my salsa a winner over store-bought versions. As a treat, I give my coworkers several...


Avocado Bean Dip

I love guacamole! But I add beans to boost the amount of fiber in this version. It has a texture...


Spicy Pineapple Salsa

Here’s a sweet and spicy twist on salsa. Served with chips, it’s an excellent party starter. It also adds a...


Grilled Guacamole

If you’re a guacamole lover, try this fun grilled version that has a smoky flavor. The veggies tend to darken...


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Eggplant Dip

Garlic and a host of herbs pleasantly season this savory spread. It's a "must" on my holiday menu because I...

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Quick Picante Sauce

Hot pepper sauce and a jalapeno pepper give this snappy sauce just the right amount of zip. It makes a...


Tomatillo Salsa

Dare to deviate from tomato salsa and try this tomatillo-based version for a deliciously addictive change of pace. It’s fantastic...


Fresh Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

Lime and basil really brighten the flavors in this colorful salsa. It's best when scooped up on a homemade cinnamon...


Mango Pineapple Salsa

This fruit salsa served with tortilla chips is great for summer barbecues. It can also be served alongside fish and...