Waste not, want not! I learned lots of little tricks like this from my Grandmother, Rose. She was a whirlwind in the kitchen and used every bit of food she could find in her pantry, fridge, or garden. The woman could make something out of nothing, and it would be fabulous! Although this recipe did not come from “Granny” it was inspired by her frugality in the kitchen. An Easter tradition in our home is kielbasa (kolbassi in Pittsburgh!) made a thousand different ways. Any left-over kielbasa will do for this creamy dip…I think you are going to love it!
Ingredients:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup milk
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
8 ounces fully cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, finely chopped
1/2 cup sliced green onions, divided
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Assorted crackers or raw vegetables
Tip: *Can use low-fat and skim substitutes
Directions:
In a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, heat cream cheese, uncovered, on high for 45 seconds. Stir in the sour cream, milk, mayonnaise and Worcestershire sauce. Add the kielbasa, 1/4 cup of onions and Parmesan cheese; mix well. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through, stirring once. Sprinkle with remaining onions. Serve with crackers or vegetables. Store in the refrigerator.
Yield: about 3 cups.
Enjoy and happy sharing!
Make it a Gift: Nothing goes with Kielbasa like a nice cold one! Pick up your favorite regional brew or sample one of Pittsburgh’s most popular…
And the Winner is….
Congratulations to Diane K. from Bentleyville, PA for winning the $25 Starbuck’s Gift Card! That contest was so much fun and the ideas that everyone shared were FABULOUS. If you are just tuning in, last week we posted a contest where readers were encouraged to submit their favorite ideas and tips for giving the gift of food. You ladies are really creative and thank you for sharing. Here is the link to the post and be sure to read the comments…some really great and affordable ideas! http://www.justkeepthedish.com/2009/04/how-to-enhance-gift-of-food.html
Let’s do this again, soon! And thanks again to everyone who participated! Enjoy your holiday and happy sharing!
