“Everybody out of the pool!”
No need to panic. Something is brewing on the horizon. It’s not a thunderstorm. It’s fresh brewed ice tea and snacks!
Homemade potato chips and Bacon Horseradish Dip to be exact.
This week Sunday Supper is throwing a Pool Party and we would love to have you join us!
Don’t worry if you don’t have a tan or new swimsuit. This is a virtual party so come as you are. Just bring your appetite!
I’ll let you in on a little secret. I can’t swim. I took lessons in school but I’m still terrified of water where I can’t stand on the bottom.
I love to wade in streams along the shoreline. I can dunk myself in the pool enough to get wet. So you’ll find me on the sideline or sitting with the kids at the kiddie pool.
Don’t feel sorry for me. I’m always closest to the food and drink. I’ll toss you a towel when you need one!
In the meantime, join me in a snack.
I used Russet and Yukon Gold potatoes to make my chips. Cut the chips between 1/16 and 1/8-inch thickness depending on your taste. Fry at 350 until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and season with seasoned salt or kosher salt.
Arrange on a tray by over-lapping potato “petals” to form a sunflower. Place a small bowl of dip in the center to finish off your flower.
I make several kinds of dip and switch out the bowls as needed.
One of our favorite chip and dip combos is Bacon Horseradish. Bits of smoked sun-dried tomatoes round out the flavor. An easy dip to make and a definite crowd pleaser!
I’m also including my French Onion Dip recipe for those die-hard onion dip fans. I add a bit of powdered beef bouillon to the dip to kick it up a notch!
Ingredients
- 3 large russet and or Yukon Gold potatoes sliced 1/16 to 1/8-inch thickness
- vegetable oil for frying
- 3/4 cup sour cream (light or regular)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon bacon bits
- 2 teaspoons horseradish
- 1/4 teaspoon cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chopped smoked sun-dried tomatoes
- salt and pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup sour cream (light or regular)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup onions, chopped
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon powdered beef bouillon
Instructions
- Heat oil to 350 degrees
- Fry potatoes, drain and season with salt if desired
- Mix sour cream and mayonnaise together until creamy.
- Add bacon and horseradish. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix sour cream and mayonnaise together until creamy.
- Saute onions in butter until soft and golden in color.
- Add onions, garlic and bouillon. Mix together and serve.
- Arrange chips as petals on a platter. Place bowl of dip in center to form a flower.
Come join us poolside for these great food and drink ideas from the Sunday Supper Group!
Refreshing Beverages and Cocktails:
- Beermosas by eating in instead
- Cantaloupe Margaritas by Palatable Pastime
- Ginger Peach Sangria with Plums by Whole Food | Real Families
- Lime and Ginger Cordial by Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Lime in the Coconut Caipirinha by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
- Limeade Splash by Our Good Life
- Mojito Slush by Life Tastes Good
- Pear and Cranberry Orange Cocktail by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Spiked Blackberry Lemonade by Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch
Appealing Appetizers and Snacks:
- Chip and Dip Sunflowers by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Coconut Key Lime Cheesecake Dip by The Crumby Cupcake
- Eggplant, Spinach and White Bean Dip with Homemade Cheddar Crackers by Caroline’s Cooking
- Grilled Spicy Shrimp with Pineapple Aioli by A Gouda Life
- Low-Carb Turkey Club Bites by Momma’s Meals
- Roasted Jalapeno Hummus by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
- Spicy Cheesy Corn Dip by Brunch with Joy
- Tropical Fruit with Moscato Glaze Quesadilla by Seduction in the Kitchen
- Zesty Tex-Mex Shrimp Cocktail by The Weekend Gourmet
Super Sides and Salads:
- BLT Pasta Salad by A Day in the Life on a Farm
- Mexican Three Bean Salad by Tasting Page
- Olive Tomato Salad by Magnolia Days
- Superfood Crunch Salad by Food Done Light
Tempting Desserts and Sweets:
- 5 Fantastic Fruit Pops by Sunday Supper Movement
- Butter Pecan M&M’s Magic Bars by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Pink Lemonade Cupcakes by Sew You Think You Can Cook
- Oatmeal Toffee Cookies by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Sour Cherry Crumb Cake by Pies and Plots
- Swim Ring Cakes by The Freshman Cook
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