Somebody once came up with an acronym for making good presentations.
KISS – Keep It Simple Stupid.
That’s not a bad idea when it comes to dinner.
I’m something of a pimento cheese connoisseur and after eating it at 2 restaurants (one pretty famous by Atlanta standards) recently, I’ve decided this recipe still tops most.
The key is the grated onion, the roasted red pepper, and a touch of blue cheese.
It really is simple when you have a jar of roasted red peppers on hand. Sadly, I didn’t and had to roast my own. (Use two mini red peppers or half a large one. Drizzle olive oil on top, salt and pepper, and bake at 350 degrees until tender.)
Pimento Cheese
8 ounces sharp cheese, grated
4 ounces medium cheddar or Colby or any other type of cheese, grated
1 tablespoon of blue cheese (I use half a wedge that comes in the 8 oz. Laughing Cow container)
1 tablespoon of grated onion
2 tablespoons of diced roasted red peppers
1/4 – 1/2 cup of mayonnaise (depending on your taste)
salt & pepper to taste
Put all ingredients in a food processor and pulse until blended to the texture you prefer. (Sandwich Thins are used in the picture, but any bread will do fine.)
And for something sweet? It doesn’t get any simpler than this.
Rice Krispy Treats
1 package of mini marshmallows
3 tablespoons of butter
6 cups of Rice Krispy cereal
Melt the butter in a pan on medium heat, then add the marshmallows. Once the mixture is completely melted, remove from heat and stir in the cereal.
Press the treats into a casserole pan with a spatula that is buttered or covered with wax paper.
The boy and I almost ate the entire pan. Which means my pants will most likely snap, crackle, and pop tomorrow.
What’s your favorite simple meal or dessert?
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