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Grilled Cheese times 3

We’re a cheese lovin’ family and I take full responsibility for it all. I love all kinds of cheese served in all kinds of ways. However, sometimes simple is the best way to go. Grilled cheese sandwiches are a classic that will surely remain a favorite, and this grilled cheese sandwich is the favorite of all time.
I like to look through the “day old” bread rack to find what might be marked down of the gourmet flavors. This particular loaf was parmesan italian bread which I could easily eat the entire thing all by myself, but decided I’d share for the sake of a scrumptious sandwich.

Butter one side of each piece of bread and place one piece butter side down on a hot skillet or grill.
Add layers of shredded monterey jack cheese and mozzarella, then add on a slice of American.
Place remaining piece of bread, butter side up, on the cheese.
Flip sandwich over and let it all grill to melted happpiness.

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Happy Hummus

January 18, 2009 by Jen · 6 Comments

I recently discovered hummus on a recommendation from the family doc suggesting sources of protein for my toddler. After trying a few kinds I thought I would try to make it myself and see how it turned out.

I had the garbanzo beans, but when it came time to follow the recipes I had found, I didn’t have all the ingredients, so I improvised… and wow, it turned out yummy! It was fun to make and even my 1.5 year old was able to help out.

happy hummus

This is what we now call Happy Hummus:

1 can garbanzo beans
1 T olive oil
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1/2 tsp seasoned pepper (McKormicks steak seasoning)
1 1/2 tsp parmesan cheese
1/4 c. cream cheese
1 tsp caesar salad dressing
1-2 T salad topping (the type with onions and bacon and additional seasonings)

Put the garbanzo beans, caesar dressing and oil in a blender, chop until a fairly creamy mixture. Add cream cheese mix until blended. Add remaining ingredients and mix until blended.

Scoop into a serving bowl, grab some chips or crackers or pita and dig in!

Makes approx. 2 C. of hummus dip.