Super Bowl Party Recipes

by: Bobby McDonald

It's time to be thinking about what you're going to serve at the Super Bowl Party, if you are the host, or what you plan to bring, if you're guest at someone's party. Try these simple recipes to add flavor to any table, as you prepare to watch the game.

Black-Eyed Pea Dip

2 cans black-eyed peas, with Jalapenos, drained

1/2 purple onion, chopped

1/2 bell pepper, seeded and chopped

2 avocados, chopped

3/4 cup Italian dressing

1 can Ro-Tel tomatoes, drained

Mix all ingredients and refrigerate overnight.

Serve with tortilla chips.

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Fresh Fruit Dip

1 - 8 oz. jar marshmallow creme

1 - 4 oz. ctn. sour cream

1 - 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened

Blend the three ingredients until smooth
and mixed well. Refrigerate.

Serve with sliced apples or other fruit of choice.

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Black Bean Salsa

2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained

2 tablespoons chopped Jalapeno slices

2 teaspoons minced garlic

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 - 10 oz. pkg. frozen corn

1 cup diced onions

1/2 cup diced green bell pepper

1 large tomato, seeded and diced

3 tablespoons chopped cilantro

3 tablespoons lime juice

2 tablespoons chili powder

2 teaspoons ground cumin

Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
Refrigerate overnight for flavors to blend.

Serve with tortilla chips.

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Pasta Salad

1 pound cooked, drained and cooled pasta (elbow or other shapes)
1/2 pound diced ripe tomatoes
1/2 pound diced fresh mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup Italian Vinaigrette dressing
chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste

(You can also add articoke hearts if desired)

Mix ingredients together, chill, and serve.

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Beef 'N Cheese Pinwheels

4 - 10 inch flour tortillas

1 - 8 oz. ctn. onion & chives cream cheese spread

1 cup shredded carrots

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1 lb thinly sliced, cooked roast beef

lettuce

Spread one side of each tortilla with cream cheese spread. Top with carrots and
Monterey Jack cheese. Layer with beef and lettuce. Roll up tightly and
wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Cut into 1-inch slices.

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