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Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing

Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing

Some girls are over the moon chocolate fans.  Or they swoon over a slice of decadent cake, or a soft and chewy cookie.  I’m not that well acquainted with my sweet tooth.  It’s there, but when I crave something indulgent, it is usually savory.  This blue cheese dressing comes to the rescue for me.  Sharp, salty and creamy, and all the more, ready and waiting to dress a salad or dunk a veggie stick! Yum! Continue reading

Beer Battered Buffalo Cauliflower

Beer Battered Buffalor Cauliflower by Alison's AllspiceSpicy buffalo sauce is one of my favorite flavors.  I mentioned this in my post for Buffalo Queso Dip.  Experimenting with food is kind-of a food bloggers job, and I will experiment all day with buffalo sauce!  And please don’t think I’m kidding.  Good hot sauce can belong on breakfast, lunch or dinner.  Or on this appetizer, Beer Battered Buffalo Cauliflower! Continue reading

Black and Blue Veggie Burger

Black and blue is a flavor combination that is hard to beat!  Tangy blue cheese and spicy blackening season complement each other so well, it is a classic combination.  Before I started to focus on whole foods, I would put blackening seasoning and blue cheese on frozen burgers.  This homemade black and blue veggie burger is so much better, and better for you!Black and Blue Veggie Burger

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Cracker Crust Pizza

Cracker Crust Pizza by Alison's AllspiceHello Friends!  This is another recipe fantastic for football season!  Some thin crust pizzas lack in crust texture. You get a slice and it flops in your hand.  The flavor is all there, but that’s just because you have a delivery service for ooey-gooey cheese.  This pizza crust is thin and crispy, the best of both worlds!

This is my second post using yeast to make a pizza crust.  I promise, it’s worth the trouble.  You can let the dough rise, or not.  It’s the baking method that matters.  See the photos below of the dough and crust.  The crust is laced with herbs, which add a fresh flavor.  On the first bake, the dough will puff up into a pocket; this separation of the layers allows for extra crisping which make the crust special. Continue reading

Peach Pizza with Blue Cheese and Balsamic Drizzle

Peach pizza with blue cheese and balsamic drizzle

This recipe is a very different twist on pizza.  Fresh peaches make it a summertime classic.  Blue cheese and a balsamic reduction drizzle take this peach pizza over the top!  I remember the first time I saw the idea for this recipe and I couldn’t wait to try!  Find yourself some peaches while they are still in season, you’ll thank me. Continue reading