I always host the Fourth of July. And, like most Americans, I cook out. The menu is never the same, mainly because I enjoy trying new recipes on what I know will be an appreciative group of taste-testers.
Hotdogs and hamburgers were a mainstay for many years. One year though, I threw a few bratwursts on the grill next to our traditional fare and found myself serving hotdogs and hamburgers for most of the next week.
We’ve cooked ribs, smoked pork roasts, and grilled chicken. I prefer the chicken, especially when marinated in Hula Grill Chili Water. This fabulous concoction is only available at the Hula Grill in Honolulu, Hawaii. Fortunately, they have an online store. It’s pricey, but worth it!
I light the grill just as our guest starts to arrive. This allows the men-folk to share all their favorite grilling tips while the women congregate in the kitchen. And, this is where appetizers come in. I always have three or four yummy things set about to whet my guests’ appetites.
My Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip is always a hit. And you can have some, as long as you get there before my grandson. He’s been known to pull a chair up in front of this dish!
Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip
This is best made ahead and re-heated just before your guests arrive!
4 boneless, skinless, cooked chicken breasts ground or chopped in food processor (Grilling as I described above, gives this dish an extra oomph!)
1 bottle wing sauce (Any brand, as there’s very little difference. We prefer hot to mild.)
8 oz. cream cheese (Use low-fat if you want to. I think it loses something in the translation...)
½ cup Blue Cheese Dressing (I prefer the brands refrigerated in the produce section of most grocery stores.)
1 8 oz. package shredded sharp cheddar cheese (You may use more, if you like. After all, there’s really no such thing as TOO much cheese.)
Blend wing sauce and cream cheese. Add ground chicken, blue cheese dressing, and cheese. Place in baking dish and bake at 350 for 25 minutes.
Serve warm with tortilla chips. (Goes great with beer!)
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Try this sometime with Ranch Dressing instead of Blue Cheese. AND in a rush you may use canned chicken though I am certain it can't be as good as your grilled chicken. We call this stuff Crack Dip because it is as addictive.
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