{A Tribute to Another Great Recipe....Raz-Pepper Preserves}

While doing my canning this year I came across an amazing recipe for Raz-Pepper Preserves and decided to give it a try. I made a double batch, took a jar to a family party and it was a huge hit! We all loved it so much that the very next day I made another double batch. This recipe comes from the blog "Gather Round Our Table" . It is a great blog and this lady can really cook. I have yet to find something that I didn't completely love. Thanks Teresa! Well here's the recipe for your enjoyment, but don't forget to visit Teresa's blog for more great recipe finds.

Raz-Pepper Preserves

1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries (I always use fresh)
1/2 cup chopped red pepper
1/4 cup chopped jalapeno (for mild, remove the seeds, for hot, leave some of the seeds in)
3 cups sugar
3/4 cup white vinegar
1 (3 oz.) pkg. liquid pectin

In a saucepan, combine all ingredients except pectin. Bring to a boil. Boil 3 minutes, then cool for 5 minutes. Stir in liquid pectin. Pour in jars and seal.

If you like spicy and sweet, you'll love this recipe!

{Knorr Spinach Dip}

I got this recipe from my friend Angie W. Thanks Ang!

1 large package (10 oz.) of frozen Spinach
1 Container (16 oz.) Sour Cream
1 Cup Mayonnaise
1 Package Knorr Vegetable recipe mix....must be Knorr!
2 to 3 Cans Water Chestnuts, drained and chopped
3 Green Onions, Chopped

Thawed and squeezed dry spinach. Get as much water out of the spinach as possible otherwise your dip will be soupy. Combine all ingredients and chill for about 2 hours. Serve with sliced/cubed french bread or crackers.

{Fruit Dip}

Throwing a shower? A few years ago my in-laws threw a bridle shower for my husbands adorable cousin Kate. I was in charge of the fruit and made some fun fruit flowers. They really turned out cute, but the hit was this yummy fruit dip. It is so good and really quick to throw together. I like quick, what can I say.

Here's what you need:

1 - 8oz. container of Marshmallow Cream
3 Tbsp. Orange Juice (Add more to taste)
1 - 8 oz. package of Soft Whipped Cream Cheese.

Mix all the ingredients together until smooth. You can add food coloring to make the dip fit your shower or party. It is good with any fresh fruit, but I particularly love it with strawberries, grapes, cantaloupe, apples or honey dew.