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Fall Off the Bone Wings in the Instant Pot

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Fall Off the Bone Wings in the Instant Pot | Mini Van Dreams

Do you want fall off the bone wings in less than 15 minutes?  Amazingly juicy, tender, saucy… great for dipping in ranch dressing?  Then, grab your Instant Pot and get to cooking!  Chicken wings were the first thing I ever made in my Instant Pot – talk about jumping in feet first!

I had never used a pressure cooker before.  The only time I was ever around one was at my grandma’s house – and I lifted the lid to see what was inside.  Steam.  Hot steam.  Pressure cookers have come a long way since then… and if you don’t have one yet, you definitely need to buy one!  And yes, they are much safer now.  Ready to make some finger lickin’ wings?   (more…)

Zombie Eyeballs

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Zombie Eyeballs | Mini Van Dreams

Are you looking for a fun finger food for your next Minecraft or Halloween party?  Or do you just want to freak out your kids at snack time?  Then try our Zombie Eyeballs!  They are creepy, creamy, and they are looking at you!  Super simple to make and a great appetizer to have on the table at your next creepy, crafty party… or your next wine-tasting – they are that good.   (more…)

Jalapeno Popper Dip

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Jalapeno Popper Dip

If you are looking for something fun and spicy to take to your next get together… look no further.  My jalapeno popper dip is the answer to your prayers.  This amazingly gooey and spicy dip is perfect with crackers, tortilla chips, and raw veggies.  It’s also a cinch to prepare – much easier than stuffing a bunch of jalapenos to make poppers!  This one is definitely a keeper!

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Cheeseburger Cups

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If you have ever wanted a quick and easy, finger-food for football Sunday or any other party, then this recipe is for you!  You get the cheeseburger “taste” without having to fork out dough for ground beef to feed a crowd.  The possibilities are endless with this one.  Add some bacon and Swiss cheese.  Throw on some sautéed onions and mushrooms with some Mozzarella.  Yum.

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Queso Blanco

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I love queso blanco or cheese dip.  However, I hate that it normally contains that processed brick cheese.  I swear, that stuff is too similar to plastic to be good for you.  I thought I would see what I could come up with that didn’t use the plastic cheese wannabe.  This was actually my first try and it’s definitely a keeper.  No processed cheese and a delicious, creamy texture.  Even Mo liked it.  Enjoy.

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Black Bean Salsa

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This is a quick and easy recipe for black bean salsa.  Super delicious with homemade pita chips.  It is also good as a topping for chicken or fish.  Just be patient and give it time to “cook” in the fridge, or it won’t be as yummy!

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