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Ham and Cheese Picnic Bread

Ham and Cheese Picnic Bread

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
165 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a small mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  2. 2 In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the flour, egg, butter, sugar and salt; mix well. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth, about 8 minutes.
  3. 3 Lightly oil a large mixing, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
  4. 4 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Combine the ham, cheese, pimento, and olive in a medium mixing bowl; set aside.
  5. 5 Deflate the dough, and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll or pat the dough into a 10x14 inch rectangle. Make parallel cuts 3/4 inch wide and 2 inches long on the two long edges of the rectangle. Evenly spread the filling mixture over the center of the rectangle. Fold the short ends of the rectangle over the filling. Starting from one of these ends, alternately stretch strips from the two sides across the filling so that the strips overlap diagonally. Transfer the loaf to a lightly greased baking sheet, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise until doubled in volume, about 40 minutes.
  6. 6 Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 20 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

By MARBALET

Tomato Bread III

Tomato Bread III

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
60 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8x4 inch loaf pan.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, salt, Italian seasoning, thyme, sugar, Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. In a separate bowl, mix together 1/2 cup reserved tomato juice, milk, eggs, oil and garlic. Combine liquid and dry mixtures. Fold in chopped tomatoes and olives. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  3. 3 Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean.

By Tanja Miller

Cream Cheese Penguins

Cream Cheese Penguins

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut a slit lengthwise (from top to bottom) into one side of each jumbo olive. Carefully insert about 1 teaspoon cream cheese into slits in each jumbo olive.
  2. 2 Slice carrot into 18 1/4-inch-thick rounds; cut a small (pie-shaped) notch out of each carrot slice to form feet. Save the cut out pieces; press pieces into centers of small olives to form beaks. If necessary cut a small slit into each small olive before inserting the beak.
  3. 3 Set a jumbo olive, large hole side down, onto a carrot slice. Then, set a small olive onto the jumbo olive, adjusting so that the beak, cream cheese chest, and notch in the carrot (feet) slice line up. Secure with a toothpick.

By Valerie Cain Cuff

Olive Salad for Muffalettas

Olive Salad for Muffalettas

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the black olives, green olives, artichoke hearts with their juice, and onion into a food processor. Pour in the vinegar and olive oil, and season with garlic, celery seed, oregano, basil and black pepper. Cover, and process until finely chopped. Use as a condiment on sandwiches, or a dip for crackers. Refrigerate leftovers.

By Beth Stone Strachan

Easy Cold Pasta Salad

Easy Cold Pasta Salad

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
150 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain in a colander set in the sink; cool under cold running water.
  2. 2 Combine pasta, cucumbers, olives, onion, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Add Italian dressing; toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate before serving, at least 2 hours.

By Minnie K

Hawaiian-Inspired Pineapple-Ham Flatbread

Hawaiian-Inspired Pineapple-Ham Flatbread

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  2. 2 Spread marinara sauce on the entire surface of the flatbread. Evenly distribute spinach over marinara sauce, followed by pineapple, bell pepper, olives, ham, and green onions. Sprinkle cheese on top.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until crust is crispy and cheese has melted, 10 to 15 minutes.

By CookingWithShelia

Air Fryer Nachos

Air Fryer Nachos

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C) for about 3 minutes. Line air fryer basket with foil or a parchment liner, and spray with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Spread out chips in the fryer basket in a single layer, slightly overlapping chips, so the cheese doesn't melt through. Lightly dust chips with taco seasoning to get a pop of taco flavor, and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Don't overcrowd the basket.
  3. 3 Top cheese with olives and tomatoes and place basket in the air fryer.
  4. 4 Air-fry until cheese is melted and chips are starting to slightly brown on the edges, 5 to 6 minutes. Watch closely to be sure the cheese doesn't burn. If necessary, add additional time until you reach your preferred crispness.
  5. 5 Move nachos to a plate, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.

By lutzflcat

Watermelon Summer Salad

Watermelon Summer Salad

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the onion slices in a small bowl with the lime juice. The acid of the lime will mellow the flavor of the raw onion. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, feta cheese, black olives, onions with the lime juice, and mint. Drizzle olive oil over it all, and toss to blend. Dig in and be prepared for a pleasant surprise!

By Jessica Mayo

Halloween Eye of Newt

Halloween Eye of Newt

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Place all of the eggs into a large pot so they can rest on the bottom in a single layer. Fill with just enough cold water to cover the eggs. Bring to a boil, then cover, remove from the heat and let stand for about 15 minutes. Rinse under cold water or add some ice to the water and let the eggs cool completely.
  3. 3 Peel and slice in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks from the eggs and place them in a bowl. Mix in the relish, mayonnaise, celery salt, mustard, and food coloring.
  4. 4 Spoon this filling into the egg whites and place them on a serving tray. Round the top of the filling using the spoon.
  5. 5 Place an olive slice on each yolk to create the center of the eye. Dab a tiny bit of mayonnaise in the center of the olive as a finishing touch.

By ANGELA O

Air Fryer Portobello Pizzas for Two

Air Fryer Portobello Pizzas for Two

4.9

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
  2. 2 Rub 1 tablespoon olive oil over each mushroom; sprinkle ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning inside each mushroom.
  3. 3 Place mushrooms in the air fryer basket, cap-sides up; air-fry for 3 minutes. Flip mushrooms in the basket, cap-sides down. Divide pizza sauce between mushrooms; top each with 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella and 1 tablespoon sliced olives. Air-fry for 3 minutes.
  4. 4 Place 4 pepperoni slices on each pizza; divide remaining 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese among pizzas. (It is important to weigh the pepperoni down with cheese or the fan will blow them off the pizzas.)
  5. 5 Air-fry until cheese is melted and pepperoni is browned, about 2 minutes.

By Soup Loving Nicole

Wonton Wrapper Appetizers

Wonton Wrapper Appetizers

4.7

Prep
25 min
Cook
15 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray two 24-cup mini muffin tins with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Place wonton wrappers into the prepared muffin cups; press gently into the bottom and up the sides.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, mix sausage, Monterey Jack, Cheddar, ranch dressing, and olives together in a medium bowl. Divide mixture evenly among cooled wonton cups.
  5. 5 Return to the oven and bake, watching closely to ensure wontons do not burn, until filling is bubbly and slightly brown, 10 to 15 minutes.

By Kim

Easy Tortellini Salad

Easy Tortellini Salad

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
205 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in spinach and three-cheese tortellini and return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tortellini float to the top, pasta tender yet firm to the bite, and filling is hot, 10 to 11 minutes. Drain well; cool tortellini.
  2. 2 Combine tortellini, grape tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, red onion, and carrots in a large bowl; toss with dressing.
  3. 3 Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours to overnight.

By Lillian

Cheese Tortellini Salad

Cheese Tortellini Salad

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini, stirring occasionally, until they float to the top, 6 to 8 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water until completely cool; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  2. 2 Stir artichoke hearts, pepperoni, provolone cheese, black olives, Italian-style salad dressing, dry Italian dressing mix, and black pepper into the tortellini. Add more Italian dressing just before serving, if desired.

By DevDrew

Spider Deviled Eggs for Halloween

Spider Deviled Eggs for Halloween

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
5 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 15 minutes. Remove eggs from hot water, cool under cold running water, and peel.
  2. 2 Cut each egg in half lengthwise, remove the yolks, and place the yolks in a bowl with the mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mash the yolks and stir the mixture until smooth and thoroughly combined.
  3. 3 Fill each egg half with the deviled yolk mixture using a spoon, piping bag, or a sturdy plastic bag with a corner cut off.
  4. 4 Cut olives in half and place 1 half on each filled egg as the spider body. Cut the other olive half into 4 strips. Cut each strip in half, so you end up with 8 thin olive pieces for the legs. Arrange 4 olive legs on each side of the spider body. Dust with paprika.

By Tinkerbell

Lela's Fourth of July Potato Salad

Lela's Fourth of July Potato Salad

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
60 min
Total
210 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil (you may need two pots). Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until fork-tender, 1 to 1 ½ hours. Start checking for doneness after 1 hour. Drain; rinse with cold running water until cool. Chop potatoes into small pieces.
  2. 2 Place eggs, olives, pickle chips, and onion in a large, heavy-duty, disposable foil pan; fold in potatoes.
  3. 3 Combine mayonnaise and yellow mustard; fold into potato mixture until well combined. Chill before serving, at least 2 hours.

By Lela

Nana's 7-Layer Salad

Nana's 7-Layer Salad

4.1

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix Cheddar cheese and mayonnaise together in a small bowl.
  2. 2 Pat lettuce into an even layer in the bottom of a large glass serving bowl. Layer tomatoes, black olives, peas, and water chestnuts, respectively, into the bowl. Spread Cheddar cheese mixture over the water chestnuts layer; top with bacon.
  3. 3 Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until salad is chilled, at least 30 minutes.

By KellyBecker

Halloween Spiderweb Layered Dip

Halloween Spiderweb Layered Dip

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Spread guacamole in the bottom of a round serving dish in an even layer.
  2. 2 Mix 1 cup of the sour cream with the taco seasoning in a bowl. Spread the seasoned sour cream mixture evenly over the guacamole layer.
  3. 3 Sprinkle cheese on top of the sour cream, then pour salsa evenly over the cheese, covering ot completely.
  4. 4 Pour refried beans into a microwave-safe container and warm until softened (this will make it easier to spread). Spread over the top of the salsa layer, leaving about 1 inch of the salsa showing around the edge of the dish.
  5. 5 Place the remaining 1/2 cup of sour cream into a piping bag, or a plastic bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe a spiderweb pattern on top of the bean layer.
  6. 6 Add a spider to the top by cutting the large black olive in half lengthwise to make the spider's body. Cut four of the sliced olives in half to create eight legs. Arrange the pieces on top of the web.
  7. 7 Arrange the remaining sliced black olives and the chopped green onions around the edge of the dip.

By fabeveryday

Eggs BenaBabs

Eggs BenaBabs

4.5

Prep
60 min
Cook
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring olive oil, 1 tablespoon vinegar, and water to boil in a large pot. Place artichoke hearts in the mixture, and boil 30 minutes, or until tender; drain.
  2. 2 Prepare Hollandaise Sauce according to recipe directions.
  3. 3 Fill a large saucepan with 3 inches of water. Bring water to a gentle simmer, and add remaining vinegar. Carefully break eggs into simmering water, and allow to cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Yolks should still be soft in center. Remove eggs from water with a slotted spoon and set on a warm plate.
  4. 4 Place artichoke hearts on a serving platter. Place a poached egg on top of each artichoke heart. Cover with hollandaise sauce. Sprinkle olives on top of sauce. Sprinkle chives around platter.

By Babs Hanna

Party Pinwheels

Party Pinwheels

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Mix together cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, and green onions in a medium bowl until combined.
  3. 3 Spread onto each tortilla. Sprinkle evenly with cheese, red pepper, celery, and olives.
  4. 4 Roll up tortillas, then wrap each one tightly in aluminum foil.
  5. 5 Chill in the refrigerator, 2 hours to overnight.
  6. 6 To serve, unwrap each rolled tortilla; trim ends and slice into 1-inch pieces.
  7. 7 Enjoy!

By MADDIES MOM

Grammy's Calamari Salad

Grammy's Calamari Salad

4.3

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix together lemon juice, garlic, and parsley in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  2. 2 Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Stir in squid and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Drain.
  3. 3 Add boiled squid, celery, and olives to lemon juice mixture; stir to evenly combine. Cover and chill in the refrigerator until serving.

By Claire

Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti Squash

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Place spaghetti squash cut-sides down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven until a sharp knife can be inserted with only a little resistance, about 30 minutes. Remove squash from oven and set aside to cool enough to be easily handled.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and cook until tomatoes are warmed through.
  4. 4 Use a large spoon to scoop the stringy pulp from the squash and place in a medium bowl.
  5. 5 Toss with cooked onion-tomato mixture, feta cheese, olives, and basil.
  6. 6 Serve warm.

By Maryellen

Potato Salad Casserole

Potato Salad Casserole

4.6

Prep
25 min
Cook
80 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. 2 Put sliced potatoes into a large pot, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender but still firm, about 10 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
  3. 3 At the same time, place bacon in a large deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly browned. Remove to paper towels to drain.
  4. 4 Stir potatoes, cheese, onion, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl; spoon into prepared baking dish. Crumble bacon over the top, and sprinkle with olives.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 1 hour.

By Tom

Picnic Macaroni Salad

Picnic Macaroni Salad

4.0

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
  2. 2 Combine ranch dressing, 2 tablespoons reserved olive juice, mayonnaise, garlic powder, adobo seasoning, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  3. 3 Pour dressing over macaroni; stir in olives, tuna, and bell pepper until well combined.
  4. 4 Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; chill in the refrigerator until serving.

By Paula

Witch Hat Dippers

Witch Hat Dippers

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
5 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray 2 baking sheets with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Lay a sheet of waxed paper onto a work surface. Unroll crescent dough and separate into 16 individual triangles. Cut each triangle in half lengthwise creating 32 isosceles triangles. Arrange triangles on the waxed paper.
  3. 3 Sprinkle a pinch of mozzarella cheese in a thin line parallel to the shortest edge of each triangle, ensuring the cheese doesn't touch the edges. Top the mozzarella cheese with Parmesan cheese and parsley flakes.
  4. 4 Roll the short end of each triangle halfway toward the top point, creating a rim, and sprinkle garlic powder over dough. Place a mushroom half on half of the triangles, midway between the rim and the top point, and a pepperoni half in the same place on the remaining triangles. Place 1 or 2 olive slivers against the rim to form a "ribbon" or "belt" on each "hat". Place the "hats" on the prepared baking sheets.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes.

By NomNomDelicious

Fiesta Pinwheels

Fiesta Pinwheels

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
140 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Beat cream cheese, sour cream, picante sauce, taco seasoning, and garlic powder together in a small bowl until smooth; stir in Cheddar cheese, olives, and chiles.
  2. 2 Spread about ½ cup cream cheese mixture onto each tortilla; roll each like a jelly roll. Wrap rolls in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight. Cut into 1-inch slices.

By ACPHIFER

Kikuchan's Potato-Crab Salad

Kikuchan's Potato-Crab Salad

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
110 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place potatoes into a large saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook over medium-high heat for 30 minutes, or until tender. Drain, peel and dice while still hot. This is what will make the salad fluffy. Cover and refrigerate until cold.
  2. 2 In a large serving bowl, toss together the potatoes, eggs, crabmeat, black olives and carrot. Sprinkle with sugar, and stir in enough mayonnaise to moisten. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill until ready to serve.

By KIKUKAT

Watermelon Salad with Mint Dressing

Watermelon Salad with Mint Dressing

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine watermelon, red onion, olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
  2. 2 Combine lime juice, mint, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl; whisk in olive oil until blended. Pour over watermelon mixture; stir until evenly coated.
  3. 3 Chill salad in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

By laurenholly2008