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Sarah's Roasted Red Pepper Dip
Appetizer American

Sarah's Roasted Red Pepper Dip

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to broil.
  2. 2 Place the bell peppers on a baking sheet and broil on the top rack of the oven, using tongs to turn them as each side blackens. Place the blackened peppers in a plastic bag, tied loosely with some air inside, for 15 minutes. Remove the stems and peel the peppers. Discard the cores and seeds. Cut peppers into wide strips.
  3. 3 Add the peppers, tomato paste, mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, garlic, and cayenne pepper in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until almost smooth, 7 or 8 times. Salt to taste, if needed.
  4. 4 Refrigerate until ready to serve.

By sarah with an h

RITZ Push-Cart Hot Dog Bites
Appetizer American

RITZ Push-Cart Hot Dog Bites

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until fluid has evaporated and onions are soft, about 8 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in hot pepper sauce, sugar, and chili powder. Simmer for about 2 minutes. Add water and tomato paste; stir. Simmer for 5 more minutes. Remove from heat.
  3. 3 Arrange RITZ crackers on a serving platter and top each cracker with a slice of cooked hot dog. Spoon a small amount of onions on top of each. Drizzle mustard on top of onions and serve warm.

By RITZ Crackers

The Best Canning Salsa
Appetizer American

The Best Canning Salsa

4.5

Prep
25 min
Cook
35 min
Total
815 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Combine tomatoes, onions, vinegar, tomato paste, sugar, bell peppers, banana peppers, garlic, pickling salt, and black pepper in a large stockpot over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, inspect 17 pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until salsa is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
  4. 4 Remove from the heat and stir in cilantro.
  5. 5 Pack salsa into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
  6. 6 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil.
  7. 7 Use a holder to lower jars into the boiling water; leave 2 inches of space between each jar.
  8. 8 Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 35 minutes.
  9. 9 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface with several inches of space between each jar. Let rest for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Store in a cool, dark area.

By cookingmama

Summer Fresh Tomato Basil Dip
Appetizer American

Summer Fresh Tomato Basil Dip

4.1

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine, cream cheese, sour cream, basil, Italian parsley, tomatoes, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, tomato paste, onion salt, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on High until whipped, 2 to 3 minutes.

By Challena

"Code Red" Cheese Spread
Appetizer American

"Code Red" Cheese Spread

3.7

Prep
Cook
Total

Instructions

  1. 1 Place cream cheese, fromage blanc, tomato paste, cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, onion, and garlic powder in a bowl. Add sriracha sauce, ghost pepper sauce, sweet and hot paprika, chipotle powder, and cayenne pepper. Stir until well combined and the cheeses are completely blended in.
  2. 2 Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate about 3 hours or, ideally, overnight. Season with salt, if desired.
  3. 3 Transfer to a serving bowl.

By John Mitzewich

Sweet Saucy Smokies
Appetizer

Sweet Saucy Smokies

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the pineapple chunks, pineapple juice, grape jelly, tomato paste, brown sugar, vinegar, cornstarch, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, liquid smoke flavoring, and salt into a saucepan over medium heat. Stirring constantly, bring the sauce to a simmer, and cook until the grape jelly melts, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in the smoked sausages, and turn the heat to low; cook the sausages in the sauce below a simmer until the sauce is thickened and the flavors have blended, about 30 minutes.

By mogur

Men's Dip
Appetizer

Men's Dip

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
120 min
Total
150 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Crumble the ground beef into a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring to crumble, until starting to brown. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper and jalapeno pepper, and cook until meat is no longer pink. Drain excess grease. Fill the pan with enough water to cover the beef, cover, and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Stir in the almonds, pimentos, raisins, tomatoes, tomato paste and sugar. Season with oregano and salt. Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally for at least 1 hour.

By REDIRG

Game Day Black Bean Dip
Appetizer

Game Day Black Bean Dip

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, jalapeno, and garlic. Cook until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring often to prevent garlic from burning. Add cumin, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper and cook 5 minutes more. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. 2 Transfer onion mixture to a blender. Add black beans, reserved 1/4 cup liquid, lime juice, tomato paste, and vinegar and blend until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with cilantro.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Rockin' Salsa
Appetizer

Rockin' Salsa

4.6

Prep
45 min
Cook
200 min
Total
365 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine red onion, white onion, yellow onion, tomatoes, banana peppers, green peppers, tomato paste, white vinegar, garlic powder, salt, cayenne pepper, cumin, brown sugar, and white sugar in a large pot. Simmer until thick, about 3 hours.
  2. 2 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the salsa into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
  3. 3 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 to 15 minutes.
  4. 4 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Refrigerate after opening.

By Tami

Phyl's Salsa
Appetizer

Phyl's Salsa

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
60 min
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large pot, mix the onion, tomatoes, green bell peppers, red bell pepper, Anaheim chile peppers, banana peppers, and jalapeno peppers. Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, vinegar, diced tomatoes, and brown sugar. Season with chili powder, Italian seasoning, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 1 hour.
  2. 2 Mix the cornstarch and water, and stir into the salsa to thicken. Transfer salsa to sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch headroom, and seal. Process jars in a boiling water bath 15 minutes. Store unsealed jars in the refrigerator.

By KB COUNTRYGIRL

Juicy and Spicy Ceviche
Appetizer

Juicy and Spicy Ceviche

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir seafood mix and lime juice together in a large, non-metallic bowl; let stand 10 minutes. Fold in diced tomatoes and onion; cover, and refrigerate 30 minutes. Whisk together Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, tomato paste, cayenne pepper, cumin, chili powder, and salt in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 After 30 minutes, gently stir 1/2 of the tomato paste mixture into seafood mixture. Cover remaining tomato paste mixture and seafood mixture. Return both to the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  3. 3 After another 30 minutes, gently stir the remaining tomato paste mixture into ceviche, cover, and refrigerate another 30 minutes.
  4. 4 Gently stir cilantro and diced avocado into ceviche before serving.

By Kasey

Fried Cauliflower (Egyptian Style)
Appetizer Middle Eastern

Fried Cauliflower (Egyptian Style)

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; add 2 teaspoons cumin to boiling water. Cook cauliflower florets, working in batches, in boiling water until cooked but still crisp, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and cool on a plate.
  2. 2 Blend flour, egg, garlic, 1 teaspoon cumin, tomato paste, and salt in a blender or food processor until batter is smooth; thin with milk as needed.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  4. 4 Dip cauliflower florets in batter; fry battered cauliflower in hot oil, working in batches, until cauliflower is golden and crispy, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

By Marmar

Sambousa
Appetizer Middle Eastern

Sambousa

3.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly. Remove beef from the skillet.
  2. 2 Sauté carrot, onion, green onion, chile pepper, and garlic in the same skillet over medium heat until tender. Stir in tomato paste and season with seasoning salt. Stir in browned beef until well combined.
  3. 3 Stir together flour and water in a small bowl until a watery paste is formed. Lay an egg roll strip on a clean work surface. Place a teaspoonful of meat mixture in the front part of strip. Starting from the right front corner, fold over to the left. You've started the triangle shape. Continue back and forth (making a triangular shape) until there is no more wrapper. Seal wrapper closed with paste. Continue this process until all of the strips and meat mixture are used.
  4. 4 Heat oil in a large pot over high heat. Fry egg rolls in hot oil until crisp and golden. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

By Raffaella

Kim's Salsa
Appetizer Mexican

Kim's Salsa

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
120 min
Total
150 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine the tomatoes, tomato paste, onion, green pepper, garlic, jalapenos, sugar, chili powder, vinegar, salt, and cumin in a large saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the salsa is thickened and is noticeably darker in color, at least two hours. Cool and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or in the freezer for three months.

By Kimberly

Roasted Red Pepper Dip I
Appetizer Mexican

Roasted Red Pepper Dip I

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
285 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large saucepan, place diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, roasted red peppers, onion, red wine, brown sugar, hot chile peppers, tomato paste, distilled white vinegar, garlic, oregano and cumin seeds. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and allow mixture to simmer approximately 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Place mixture in a blender, and blend to desired consistency. Chill in the refrigerator 4 hours, or until cold, before serving.

By Andrew

Belle Adorn Salsa
Appetizer Mexican

Belle Adorn Salsa

4.8

Prep
60 min
Cook
90 min
Total
150 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine tomatoes, onions, tomato paste, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, vinegar, banana peppers, sugar, garlic, pickling salt, and ground black pepper together in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until slightly reduced in volume, about 1 1/2 hours.
  2. 2 Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack salsa into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
  3. 3 Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 35 minutes.
  4. 4 Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

By Scott Dennison

Cocktail Turkey Meatballs
Appetizer

Cocktail Turkey Meatballs

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
40 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Mix bread crumbs, egg, 1/4 cup minced onion, water chestnuts, 1/4 cup applesauce, Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder, and poultry seasoning together in a large bowl. Add ground turkey and gently mix together until just-combined.
  3. 3 Roll turkey mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place meatballs on prepared baking sheet.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  5. 5 Whisk apple jelly, 1 cup applesauce, cider vinegar, 1/2 cup minced onion, ketchup, chili sauce, tomato paste, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon dry mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon salt together in a saucepan; bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until flavors combine, about 10 minutes.
  6. 6 Transfer cooked meatballs to simmering sauce, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer until flavors blend, about 10 minutes. Garnish with remaining parsley.

By lutzflcat

Eric and Debi's Seafood Seviche
Appetizer Mexican

Eric and Debi's Seafood Seviche

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
405 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir the halibut, shrimp, scallops, lemon juice, and grapefruit juice together in a glass bowl. Cover, and refrigerate at least 6 hours until the halibut turns opaque.
  2. 2 Stir the bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, onion, olives, ginger, sugar, salt, and tomato paste together in a glass bowl until no chunks of tomato paste remain. Drain the seafood, and add to the vegetable mixture along with the tomatoes. Gently stir until evenly combined, then return to the refrigerator to chill at least 15 minutes before serving.

By Eric Debi

White Bean Pate
Appetizer French

White Bean Pate

4.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
95 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Lightly grease a serving bowl with butter.
  2. 2 Pour olive oil into a skillet; add white pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Place the skillet over medium heat and warm the spices until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir shallot into the warm oil and spices; cook and stir until the shallot begins to change color, 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Stir cannellini beans and tomato paste into the shallot and spice mixture. Cook and stir while mashing the beans thoroughly, about 5 minutes.
  5. 5 Stir sherry and soy sauce through the mashed bean mixture; cook until the liquid evaporates, 1 to 2 minutes.
  6. 6 Remove the skillet from heat. Stir melted butter through the bean mixture; season with salt. Pack the bean mixture into the prepared bowl.
  7. 7 Chill in refrigerator at least 1 hour; garnish with parsley and paprika to serve.

By LoveNRoquette

Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Appetizer Italian

Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place sun-dried tomatoes in a bowl and cover with warm water for 5 minutes, or until tender.
  2. 2 Place sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, onion, basil, parsley, and garlic in a food processor or blender; process until well blended. Add crushed tomatoes, vinegar, red wine, and tomato paste; blend to desired consistency. Stir in olive oil and Parmesan cheese; season to taste.

By Cindy Schmidt

Sicilian Eggplant Caponata
Appetizer Italian

Sicilian Eggplant Caponata

4.9

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Toss eggplant with salt and place in a colander set over a bowl. Let sit, about 30 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.
  2. 2 Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add celery; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is soft and lightly golden, about 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a bowl using a slotted spoon.
  3. 3 Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in the skillet. Add eggplant and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly browned, 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Stir in celery mixture, tomatoes, olives, capers, tomato paste, and oregano. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered until caponata is thickened, about 15 minutes.
  5. 5 Season caponata with vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with parsley.

By rocks_67

Coney Island Hot Dog Chili Sauce
American

Coney Island Hot Dog Chili Sauce

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Add water, tomato paste, pickle relish, onion, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, chili powder, salt, and sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened, about 30 minutes.

By OLIVIAC15163

Mama's Tomato Gravy
Pantry American

Mama's Tomato Gravy

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat bacon drippings in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir flour into the bacon drippings and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly browned. Slowly pour water into flour mixture while whisking. Whisk in tomato paste and continue to cook until it begins to thicken. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thick, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

By Melissa Dommert

Country Goulash
American

Country Goulash

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef, onion, and garlic in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. 2 Season beef with paprika, black pepper, and seasoned salt. Stir tomato sauce and tomato paste into the beef mixture until smooth. Pour water over the beef; add macaroni and stir.
  3. 3 Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer mixture, adding water as needed to maintain your desired consistency, until the macaroni is tender yet firm to the bit, about 20 minutes. Adjust seasoning before serving.

By Kelly Nagy Cramer

Patrick's Arrabiata Sauce
American

Patrick's Arrabiata Sauce

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
60 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place olive oil, butter, and garlic in a large pot; turn heat to high until garlic begins to sizzle, about 2 minutes. Turn heat down to medium; stir in onions and cook and stir until onions are translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour wine over onion mixture; simmer until wine is partially evaporated, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Place tomatoes and basil in the bowl of a food processor; pulse to blend until tomatoes are chunky. Pour tomatoes into onion mixture; cook, stirring about every 5 minutes, until sauce darkens to a deep red color, about 40 minutes. Turn off heat.
  3. 3 Working in batches, pour the sauce into a food processor and blend until smooth. Stir tomato paste, smoked paprika, sugar, and cayenne pepper into tomato mixture; season to taste with salt.

By Patrick Lavigne

Tomato Chicken Skewers
Dinner American

Tomato Chicken Skewers

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Soak 8 wooden skewers in a bowl of cold water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
  2. 2 Combine tomato paste, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and chopped rosemary in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken pieces to glaze; stir to coat.
  3. 3 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler to medium heat.
  4. 4 Alternately thread chicken pieces and cherry tomatoes onto skewers; place on a broiler pan. Spoon remaining glaze over skewers.
  5. 5 Cook under the preheated broiler, flipping occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in centers and the juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into centers should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  6. 6 Transfer to a serving plate; garnish with rosemary sprigs.

By Babs35

Bone Broth
Lunch American

Bone Broth

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
1470 min
Total
1480 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a roasting pan with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Spread tomato paste onto beef bones and place in the prepared roasting pan.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until bones begin to brown, about 30 minutes.
  4. 4 Transfer bones to a slow cooker and pour in enough water to cover bones. Add onions, carrots, garlic, and bay leaves to broth mixture.
  5. 5 Cook on Low for at least 24 hours.
  6. 6 Strain broth through a fine-mesh strainer into a container and refrigerate.

By mwm080709