Ploughman’s cheddar dip

This hearty cheddar dip incorporates elements of a ploughman’s lunch. 1T butter 1 onion, chopped 1 C dried apple, chopped ¼C ale 2T apple cider vinegar 2t mustard 1C cheddar cheese 1T sour cream ¼ c milk at room temperature Toast of a stout bread Preheat oven to 350.  Melt butter in a saucepan.  Add…

Artichoke and feta dip

When the obligation to entertain comes your way, whip up this simple crowd pleasing appetizer.  If you want more of a dip, you can pulse in a food processor, but leaving it chunky separates the pleasure of the briny artichokes and the salty cheese. In the summer, or in a time crunch, you can choose…