Linda's Recipes

New South Jalapeno Pimiento Cheese


2(8-oz.) blocks extra-sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded

1(8-oz.) block mild Cheddar Cheese, shredded

1(8oz.)package cream cheese, softened

2(7-oz.)jars diced pimento, drained

1(12 oz.)jar roasted red bell peppers, drained

½ cup drained pickled jalapeno pepper slices

¼ cup mayonnaise

2 Tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce

Assorted Crackers or Bread Slices

Process first 3 Ingredients, in batches, in a food processor 45 seconds or until well blended. Add pimiento and next 4 ingredients, and pulse 5 to 6 times or to desired consistency. Cover and chill up to 1 day. Serve with crackers or bread slices. Makes: 6-1/2 cups

 

 



Bacon & Sweet Potato Salad



3 Large eggs

1 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut
into chunks

2 tsp. salt, divided

2 lb. red potatoes, quartered

6 bacon slices, diced

1 large red onion, chopped

1/4 cup cider vinegar

1 Tbsp. mustard seeds

1 tsp. dried crushed red pepper

¼ cup canola oil

¼ tsp. pepper

1 bunch green onions, chopped
(about 1 cup)

¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste (optional)

1. Place eggs in a single layer in a stainless steel saucepan. (Do not use non-stick) Add water to a depth of 3 inches. Bring to a boil, cover, remove from heat, and let stand 15 minutes.

2. Drain and return eggs to pan. Fill pan with cold water and ice. Tap each egg firmly on the counter until it cracks. Peel under cold running water. Chop eggs.

3. Bring sweet potatoes, ½ tsp. salt, and water to cover to a boil in a Dutch oven. Cook 10 minutes; add red potatoes and cook 15 minutes or until tender. Drain.

4. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp; remove bacon, and drain on paper towels, reserving 1 Tbsp. drippings in skillet.

5. Saute red onion in hot drippings 8 minutes or until tender. Reduce heat to low, and whisk in vinegar, mustard seeds, and red pepper; cook 2 minutes, whisking occasionally. Whisk in canola oil, pepper, and remaining 1-1/2 tsp. salt.

6. Pour hot vinegar mixture over potatoes. Add eggs, bacon, green onions, and parsley, stirring gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Makes: 8 to 10 servings.