Appetizers & Dips Crab Cleveland Serves 8 6-ounce can crab meat, drained 1 jar Old English Cheese spread 1 stick butter at room temperature 1½ teaspoon mayonnaise ¼ to ½ teaspoon garlic powder 6 whole English muffins
Mix crabmeat, cheese, butter, mayo, and garlic powder together. Split English muffins and spread liberally with mixture. Cut each one in quarters and freeze on cookie sheet. When frozen, remove and place in a ziplock bag and return to freezer. When ready to use, place desired amount under oven broiler until bubbly and golden brown around edges, and serve. Jerry Byrd
Cranberry Salsa Serves 8 1 cup water 1 cup (or slightly less) sugar 12-ounce package fresh whole cranberries 1 teaspoon dried cilantro ¼ teaspoon cumin 1 green onion, sliced 2 tablespoons canned chopped jalapeño peppers 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
Bring sugar and water to a boil; add cranberries and return to a boil. Gently boil for 10 minutes without stirring. Pour into glass or plastic bowl; gently stir in remaining ingredients. Place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the salsa. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. Best if served at room temperature. Serve with tortilla chips. Jane Kinney
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