This brilliantly colored dip is just a bright burst of Spring in your mouth! My daughter wanted to bring something healthy to her friend’s birthday party so we knew we wanted to start with Edamame and some sort of dip. Emerald is the Panatone color for this year, so Smidge’s kitchen worked out a recipe…
An hour’s delay at the airport, .. with reassurances from the wife of our pilot { who was also flying with us }, another hour { ? } circling over Lethbridge airspace, with plenty of time to consider the condition of the runway back home.. would it be as white as this rose? We had…
Welcome back and what a combo! Yummy and beautiful 
Beautiful photographs, flowers and recipes but these snowy chairs fascinated me much more Thank you dear, love, nia
Welcome back! The first photo took my breath away, seriously!
good to have you back, cocooning (what a beautiful word…) and giving us so much beauty!
Ahhh, at least you got to escape for a little bit Smidge! I hope you had a lovely time relaxing and soaking up some sun. Where did you go? Your pics looked so pretty. These recipes sound delicious too- I happen to love spaghetti squash (I stuff mine with sausage, spinach, tomato sauce & fresh mozz!) Enjoy your week xx E
PS- Did you get the recipe I sent you?
Beautiful photos! The roses, of course, but also the snow. In its own way it really is a beautiful sight and for you, it’s home! Glad you traveled well and had a good time. Thank you for never neglecting to share some recipes. Hope you ease back into the rigors of home and don’t feel the need to jump into too much too quickly. Savor the remaining essence of time away.
Gorgeous roses! Can’t wait for spring.
Beautiful Post – loving your captures! I recently went to Hawaii and coming back to Winter still is a little cruel:( Hang in there – Happy Tuesday
Beautiful photos! What a yummy recipe
Welcome back! Those all look delicious.
Winter can be so beautiful (especially if viewed from afar, over a computer screen). My BF told me about Calgary’s latest blizzard; let’s just say she is so not amused. I think she would feel better, though, if she had any of your recipes to take her mind off the view outside the window!
Ah, the inescapable reality of Canadian winters… oh well, spring will come one day for us Smidge in the meantime, it sounds like you’ve had some wonderful escapes of your own…these dips look lovely. I’m really liking the idea of the shaved almond on the cheese dip – just enough to give a crunchy bite to each dip 
. The spaghetti squash look so yummy and satisfying… perfect for snow weather indeed.
Flower pics are beautiful, Barb. Your back yard looks like my back yard, and it’ll be a long while before we see blossoms back there too. Going to have to try that cheese dip!
Paul
Happy landings, Smidge!
It’s probably not a welcome sight in your backyard but that snow looks magical to me from all the way down here in Australia! Thanks for sharing your friends’ dips. I especially like the sound of the cheesy dip.
those dips sound very tempting indeed
The images of your garden covered in snow are stunning. To me (from sunny Sydney) it looks beautiful. However, I can well imagine that by this time in the season you are very ready to see green grass and sit out at that little table and chairs enjoying a drink with the sun on your back. I hope Spring arrives swiftly xx
Gorgeous flowers and beautiful snow scenes. Those dips looks delicious and are so easy to make, must save for future. Have a spaghetti squash in storage waiting to be used.
I do remember that spaghetti squash! And now I remember I need to make it. Love your pictures as always Smidge!
Welcome back! What a beautiful post. Love the colours of flowers. The snow looks gorgeous.
And the food is incredible!
Welcome home
Or jump in an ocean to swim:)
It is magical *sigh, but not when I’m in an airplane;) xx
We do need to be patient in Canada, don’t we?
Haha.. that’s right, we are definitely “not amused”
Thanks!
I will!
I sure did! I can’t wait to try it.. right after my cleanse:P
Awwe, you’re my biggest photography fan, Sally:)
Welcome back Smidge, sending some warm Hong Kong breezes your way. I think that pesky little ground hound was wrong again. 3 great warm up dishes and looking forward to giving those a go.
That cheese dip looks amazing, it gives you a smile even with that cold weather
*You* stay warm, sweet Barbara! Our tiny splashes of snow are loooong since gone and the temperature is threatening to switch to full-on spring very soon. I send you virtual warmth in a cyber-hug or ten, as that’s all I can do unless I can tempt you to come and visit in toastier Texas. Meanwhile, it sounds like your friends have taught you very well how to warm from the inside!! Glad you’re safely home, even if it *is* a bit chilly. xoxo
Ohh my gosh that guac and that spaghetti squash!! Welcome home to the snow, the photos are sure gorgeous, but I will pass on the snow at my house! Glad to hear you made it home safely!
You come back bearing such tasty gifts! A dip made with 2 cheeses and mayo, full fat no less! Pass the crackers, please. A tasty guacamole. You wouldn’t mind passing me some of those chips, too, please. Oh My Gorgonzola! It’s spaghetti squash. Don’t you dare touch my entrée! I’ll move to it, thank you very much!
As much as we all missed you, if we can expect gifts like these when you return home, may I suggest you start planning another trip? You should get away as soon as possible.
Isn’t winter grand….makes us appreciate all the more ‘spring’…Diane
All the recipes look delicous and worth the try! Thank you so much for sharing them! Maybe I’ll have to grow my own spaghetti squash since I can’t seem to find them here in Finland. We too have been making plans for the garden…but it will be a while…we are still in the heart of winter!
That’s insane snow! Weather’s just cranked up to 90F here in Singapore (up from our “cool” weather season of 85F haha
Those dips sure look cosy and warming in that cold !
That’s a full post! Fabulous flower pics, but I’m glad that you’ve got the snow and not us. I’m tired of cold:)
“the vivid color of friendships rediscovered” — ah, that warmed me all the way down to my toes today.
How cozy and wintry. I miss snow in my back yard.
Great photos, lovely colors Barb! I was looking for a guacamole recipe without fresh onions. This one seems like a winner. Thanks!
Such beautiful flowers and not one, but three great recipes. If it has cheese or avocado in it I’m automatically won over! So glad you got to see friends and are home safely.
We’re done with snow round here and today was the first day this year I didnt have my scarf on in the office!
Cheese and flowers… I LOVE this post . I love this dip and those flowers just remind me that spring is coming . Now all I have to do is get throught this snow storm today
Oh my, that is a lot of snow. We are expecting double digit temperatures on the weekend, I can hardly wait to open the windows and not have to wear boots! Spring really can’t come soon enough for me, Barbara. The flowers are simply gorgeous. I’m loving that first dip recipe, sounds like a keeper for sure!
I’m so ready for spring even though your photos are beautiful. I’m ready to walk my dogs without being bundled up like a cocoon.
What perfect recipes though for a cold winters day. Anything with cheese I love but the squash especially looks delicious!
That all looks so warming and delicious – welcome home, Smidge! xx
Your eyes feasted on some lovely color Smidge (!!) and you were kind enough to bring some home to share with us winter-weary boot-clad friends. Winter’s nearly done (or perhaps it’s just us nearly done with winter) but in any case, these little escapes go such a long ways towards getting us through! Welcome home friend! So glad you got away! Won’t be long before you’re filling those pots with color of your own! xx
Your posts are so densely packed with info, images, and beauty. I would make 6 posts out of your 1. You have crazy talent
Our “Snowquester” was nothing compared to what you came home to. Can’t wait for spring, fresh veggies and berries, and cute sundresses though
The beauty of your words and your lovely pictures have warmed my heart and soul, my lovely friend. Thank you.
Now that is what I call a spaghetti squash. Love that image!
I just love the chairs with the snow on them, their black outlines against the snow. Picture perfect. Lovely to have you back x
That wreath is fantastic. Thanks for helping us celebrate the hopeful onset of Spring with style, Barbara.
Must have missed the post – new blog looking so good – but I wouldn’t expect anything else from.
Sorry, to read that you have been stranded on an airport.
Your flowers photos are so beautiful .. delicate! Love the yellow/orange poppy.
Like the idea about spaghetti squash – have to have a closer look.
Hope you’re safe back home, by now.
A fire.. friends.. music.. and earthy nourishment surfeits the heart’s own hunger… To begin.. To continue… The main… And to finish.. It would be remiss of me not to thank my fellow bloggers for the wonderful blogging awards they’ve passed on to me. Although I can’t seem to get around to playing by the…
Barbara, thank you so much – honored – by the way you will be nominated by my tomorrow – so keep out for my post. That mushroom toast I will do – you’re the biggest temptress I know and the most lovely one too. Your soup is very close our yellow split soup that is our national dish every Thursday. You would love that.
Will send the shortlink.
Your poem is beautiful and touching. Just the love the word – snow-crusted. Thanks for being my friend.
Scrumptious tartines!
Jimini criminis Batman! That looks delicious. And lovely as usual
Lovely post Smidge. The food looks sooooo delicious.
Regards Florence x
beautiful, where do you find the time for such sumptuousness .. have a glorious day, now i shall poddle off and see a few of your other friends! c
Awwwwwwww thank you so much for the shout out, Smidgey Poo! But you had me at Tartine. Yummmmmmmm xo
Oh Barbara, the sumptuosness of your posts bowls me over every time! I know exactly what you mean because I was midway through responding to a challenge post when the little speech bubble appeared in my top corner. I never can resist seeing who’s there, and here you are, in all your glory. Fabulous! (if only I could cook)
Seriously, I am thrilled to be mentioned in one of your posts, and I shall pop this in my favourites so I can visit all your lovely friends. (but not before I’ve completed my post- there’s a deadline, for goodness sake!) Thank you so much, Smidge. I love your work.
Lovely poem and beautiful post, as always, Barbara. The meal looks wonderful and I especially like the tartine.
What a beautiful post, Barbara! The first image with the poem is like a greeting card. You should print it and use it this Christmas.
Thank you very much for your words about me and my blog, I’m content knowing that people read it and enjoy it, despite the limitations expressing myself in English.
I too enjoy so much reading other blogs, and sometimes I can’t do it in the same day, so don’t be surprise to recieve a comment a week later… but better late than never
Have a wonderful day Oh! Almost forgot, congratulations for the award, you deserve it
I always appreciate kind and grateful gestures towards fellow bloggers. Funny! I saw that Anthropologie bowl last year and I was tempted to buy it. Now, that I see how it photographs, I regret I didn’t Congrats on your award.
Really loved the poem.. quiet filling of feeders – watching… very nice… That’s some feast! All wonderfully done.
Mmmm! Perfect for the fast approaching colder winter season. Thank you
Nice shots and very cleverly balanced menu. Very sexy tastes.
Firstly, the soup looks delicious well done on being an amazing blogger!
Okay, now I am really hungry… Love the crostini!
Your poem is wonderful!
You are so welcome, it is fun to recognize bloggers that have been great conversationalists:) I’m happy to be your friend.. xx
My french is so weak.. I thought tartines were desert:D
Thanks, Sue.. and thank you for your last blog post shout-out:) xx
Thanks, Florence:)
I love your invented words.. “poddle” that is invented isn’t it? I hope your writing goes well today! xx
A deadline.. where does this deadline come from? You’re so welcome:) xx
You’re welcome
That’s a great idea, I’ve not decided on what cards to do this year, so thanks for the idea! You do a great job.. I can’t imagine speaking and writing in another language as well as you do!
They have so many cute bowls, don’t they? xx
Yes.. quiet is me:) It’s how I love to spend my days.. Thanks!
I’d like to think so ;D
Oh, Tandy, you’re a sweetie.. these little awards had accumulated over about half a year.. or more:) xx
That crostini.. was much better than I thought, I blame the wine:) xx
I suppose that was a compliment *laughing.
What a beautiful poem dear Barbara, you pictured so beautifully as your camera. Should be all so delicious they are all. Thank you, love, nia
Congrats on your awards!
Congratulations to you and your awards! You deserve every last one of them. The way you feel about Sue’s blog is the way I feel about yours! So gorgeous and delicious! YUM to that dessert!!
What a lovely poem, Barbara. And the line up of fall gourmet goodies is just beautiful. You know how I love split pea soup too, the crème fraiche is a beautiful addition, I’ll have to remember that.
Your post is making my hungry – that pie is amazing! Have a Great One:)
It’s a competition, to win a book voucher. I won’t win but don’t want to let the person down who nominated me, and it’s fun to do.
I’ve been back and forth now (half the morning it seems!) between here and some of your friends places and been filled to brimming. (Thank you for the introductions! I’m a soon-to-be-fan for the reasons you’ve stated!) I love the way you feed us here Smidge. Such goodness! Your poem (and the way you’ve presented it!) so Beautiful; your crostini (sumptuous earthiness we crave this time of year!), and that pie of yours (man!) – I go back to where I started…How very well you feed us here! xx
I need to read this again when it snows here. It will remind me of all the good things about winter – which sometimes is hard to do. Beautiful poem. And this meal looks delicious. I could fill up on starters alone! Congrats on all the awards. It’s a joy stopping in your kitchen/home/world every time Smidge.
I love stopping by for a visit! You always have interesting company – the comments are an extraordiny testament to a community that shares knowledge and encourages creativity. In a world that is fast losing the ability to have face to face connections, you have created a space to celebrate accomplishments and nurture friendships. By the way, did you change your blog look? Looks fantastic!
I love mushrooms on any sort of toasted bread – this recipe sounds yummy I especially like the sound of cream cheese. Beautiful poem and equally beautiful picture behind the words.
Beautiful post, Barb, I was oohing and aahing as each dish scrolled onto the page. Just the crostini and soup would have been enough for me, and then there was the beautiful chicken and dessert! Stay warm in this cold weather! xx
Another beautiful poem Smidge with wonderful words and I love the background behind it. I love the crostini with the cremini mushrooms. I think I could eat more than a few of those. Thanks for promoting some new blogs for me. I’ll be sure to hop on over and take a look xx
A beautiful poem, so evocative of the turn of the seasons. Such lovely looking comfort food for the cold wintertime, too. xx
Lovely post…from beginning to end.
Oooh…lovely mouthwatering food…love the mushroom tartines, yummy…the poem is beautiful and touching, Barbara:) Thank you for your wonderful words for Peri’s Spice Ladle. xx Peri.
Nice menu – I especially like the tartines!
What a beautiful post…I was transported into the cold, brisk air and snow, could hear the birds and could touch the ice on the limbs of the hawthorne. Then taken inside where it’s welcoming and warm to have some of those wonderful tartines and split pea soup. Thanks for taking me along!
It was a great meal, nia:)
I will be right over to enjoy this feast made for a king. Am I too late? Thanks for introducing us to your friends and looking forward to giving them a visit. Take care, BAM
The Snowbird Hawthorne is wonnnnnnderful, Barb. I love it. What a beautiful poem.
You guys are making my week with these recipes. Thank you so much! I love both of these. Between you and John, I can officially stop complaining about not having something good to eat (and something I’ll actually eat) at lunch time. Hubby will be so happy
Barb, where do you find the time? That is such an impressive line up of dishes. I especially like the Soupe aux Pois et Jambon. We just had this soup tonight for dinner — it is hardy, delicious and always very popular with the ponytails. I hadn’t thought of adding a little creme fraiche. Great idea! (And it sounds so much nicer en Franciase.)
Thank you from Down Under: such a delightful post to follow . . .
My ponytail is 21.. and my son is 19.. that’s how I find more time:D Although they still require a fair bit of supervision these days, lol! xx
Such a beautiful post, Barb. Here, we are so busy dreading the onset of Winter that we forget that, like all Seasons, it has it beauty. Your poem is a gentle reminder of that. Now this is some feast you set before us, made all the more enticing by your photography. The tartines would be the perfect appetizers. The spilt pea soup is a favorite, with the creme fraiche a very nice touch. And love the idea of bringing puttanesca flavors to baked chicken. Can there be a better way to end this fabulous meal than with a slice of your heavenly pie? I think not. This is one sumptuous meal, Barb. You spoil us.
Other than because I live in Singapore and there is no winter, I couldn’t have put it better than John ! Another gorgeous post Barb !
Because you are a true star … have I nominated you to “ ‘Blog of the Year 2012’ – http://wp.me/p293Pw-4c9
Lovely post Barbara! You are very kind, your dishes are gorgeous and I love your photography and poems!
Heavenly, from beginning to end.
Mandy xo
A feast for the eys and ears! Am having a bit of a love affair with mushrooms at the moment so loved the crostini!
First, that lovely, lovely poem. Then the mushroom tartines that immediately made me think of including them in the holiday open house I’m planning. I own Laura Calder’s cookbook and love it, but sometimes I need to see one of the recipes on a beautiful blog like yours or Spree’s to really wake up to it. And after that, the split pea soup with the surprise of cloves. Cloves? Now I’m intrigued… And throughout your post, tantalizingly beautiful photos. Then finally, the jolt of delighted surprise when I saw my blog mentioned and your generous comments. Thank you! What an amazing post this has been!
I love mushrooms, I love split pea soup, I love pie…what’s not to love in this post?!!
By the way, two questions: could I use lentils instead of split peas? Just curious if they’re interchangable. Also, I can’t ever get creme fraiche here – is sour cream the best alternative?
I’m not sure if you can substitute lentils.. Yellow split peas for sure. The soaking overnight process helps the thin skins to pop when they cook the next day. Then the soup almost becomes a puree all on it’s own. I’m not 100% sure, but maybe check a few lentil soups to see the texture? You could always use an immersion blender, but I don’t think it would be as creamy? Green split-peas are a little different.. All with a caveat.. I think:)
Thanks, Barbara!
This all looks absolutely delicious. Right now, I’d love to have some of that soup! X
Oh, and maybe just a swirl of heavy cream? I think sour cream could work as well, it’s not even necessary, just a garnish:)
Thanks again. I have attempted to make creme Fraiche, but haven’t succeeded in my two attempts…
I am in awe of your prose, young lady. Thank you.
Une bonne soupe aux pois et jambon… Quel bonheur! Reminds me of my Grand-maman… what a nice memory. Your delightful spread is surpassed only by the lyricism in your poetry Smidge. And I have to say, I just love the design, layout and feel of your blog. There is so much originality and beauty here.
Wonderful bountiful feast for friends.
Thanks Kelly.. I love the creative side of blogging.. Wish I could change it often, but then no one would recognize my blog:D
Wow.. I haven’t ever tried making that.. I should ask ChgoJohn.. he’s adept at making cheese.. maybe he could teach us how to make creme fraiche?
Oh, do ask, that would be so great!
Can I come for dinner at your house? It all looks amazing! (I love that soup bowl!)
There is no stopping by here for a quick visit. You’re definitely a destination and after consuming this entire post I have all sorts of new people to visit!
What a beautiful poem, Barbara. I love the way you introduce a calming tone and then invite us in to sample your delicious recipes! You have a hospitable blog site that represents you so beautifully. Each recipe is incredible, but right now I would just love some of that soup! And I read as many blogs as possible, too, for the pure enjoyment of experiencing life from new vistas. But I haven’t yet admitted just how many to anyone…It’s hard to explain to anyone not already a committed blogger, isn’t it? oxo
Firstly what a beautiful poem, secondly what a fest, thirdly I adore that bowl, did I say ADORE clearly enough? And what a lovely way to respond to awards, gently you.
I know what you mean about reading blogs – so many tales an dsights to be told and sahred. As Debra says above, its hard to explain… x
Thanks for reminding me of the beauty of winter through your poem, I am feeling wamer already. Did you make all those dishes for one meal? I am coming over right now.
beautiful words and beautiful food Barbara. (and like Claire said, the little bowl is gorgeous!)
Beautiful poem Barbara. You must have a beautiful heart to be able to write this way.
The line up of recipes are beautiful as well…and I have to say those little bowls are cute. Dishes are my weakness besides other things.
When I read your posts it makes me want to crash your house for dinner. (And then breakfast the next day.) (And possibly lunch.)
I love your mushroom tartines! I love that kind of food. That puttanesca chicken looks really sumptuous too! Your poem is really beautiful. Now I have this beautiful winter scene in my head.
The joys of reading food blogs, its travel and cuisine in your desk.
First of all congrats to the awards!
I enjoyed reading through your poem, lots of soul in it. But then I dont only know you as a great food blogger but also as a great writer and player with words. Please never stop any of these 2!
The Tartines make me feel hungry and the pea and ham soup reminds me of my grandmother.
I can taste those mushrooms though that image. Delish!
Lovely in every way, Smidge!
“The physiotherapist instructed absolutely no cycling, even the elliptical machines are too much wear on my knee joints,” I lamented to my chiropractor, “It’s into the pool I guess.” Much laughter ensued as Robin ensured me that I was soon going to gain tons of weight due to my lack of exercise and the Life…
I love this! I work in sport education, and most of our students are athletes. We intentionally take them swimming because it requires such a different kind of skill (and level of fitness!) than pretty much any other sport, and most of them flounder like you wouldn’t believe at first… I used to really hate swimming myself but once I got the rhythm and movement properly dialed in, I really enjoy it And I think bacon in this dip would be totally worth the extra lap!
Exercise always makes me hungry too!!!
PRICELESS!!!!! Well, maybe you know I used to be a long distance runner, and flirted with the idea of doing a triathlon one day. Except, except, except, I cannot swim to save my life! I am a horrible swimmer and will never understand the “relaxing” aspect of the activity. I am in full fledged panic when I go into a swimming pool, and have been on the receiver side of many dirty looks from real swimmers.
Ok, now I must go back and read the recipe…. he, he, he…..
Something about swimming always makes me hungrier than any other activity!! I was so with you all the way in describing your stepping into swimming! I would also get all the gear, hey why not go all into it, right? And then check all around and feel like all eyes are on you!! good for you Barb! Can’t wait to hear more!!
I too am ID’d as the person most likely to drown. Good luck with your new exercise routine. My hubby is swimming three times weekly and has developed some nice new arm muscles.
Oh smidge, I am right there with you! When I did my back awhile ago I had to go use a kick board in a pool to try and recover. No other exercise allowed. But let me put that in context – in Australia – in summer. NO ONE needs a kick board. We can all swim, we’re made to learn. I can swim too, but was so broken at this point that even the life guard came up to me and asked if I wanted some goggles because I must of looked so uncoordinated. Humbling times
Good for you Barbara, you go girl! When I travelled for work I would always squish my swim suite into my suitcase because it was an easy workout and I didn’t have to waste space for runners!
That dip sounds great, I’ve got to get out and try it.
Sorry to hear about your knees, Barb. Good on you for braving the pool ! That bit about the pressure of the goggles had me laughing out loud – I think everyone’s experienced that at some point or another.
As for the haloumi dip – I have never tried haloumi like that before (always pan fried slices of it and love the salty, chewy, almost squeaky texture of it) and it looks delish !
Hope your knees feel better! The dip looks delicious.
I am sure you looked HOT in that bathing suit!! I NEED to get one myself because I want to start swimming more!! I remember swimming a lot as a kid and being FAMISHED after, thankfully my dad always packed snacks for when we were done!
I’m so proud of you!!! Courage and resilience. If you are worried about being sighted – wear sunglasses! Works for me….
A few good laughs this one gave me!
Oh Barbara, I had good old chuckle with this post. Enjoy that pool time
Swimming is such a wonderful activity my friend, I’m sure you shall enjoy it
And gosh it DOES make everyone hungrier!
What a delicious dish!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Way to go, Barb! That walk. That long, lonely walk from the locker room to the pool has kept many a potential Olympic athlete from entering the pool and realizing their potential. Not you, however. You did it and you’ve got a little less than 4 years before the World’s athletes converge on Rio. You’ll be there, too, if only you remember you own words, “Be at one with the water.”
I used to swim every morning before my little one was born. it is really the best thing one could ever do for one’s body (and mind). you’re soon gonna be a skilled swimmer and, if not, your body will be thankful anyway. lovely dipp!
Haloumi dip sound interesting, that must be so good
Like many of your readers, I used to swim every morning before work. Now I don’t, even though I now have a pool, and I’m so much happier:)
congratulations dear barbara! trust your inner-self and you’re going to love swimming. i used to be a swimmer & a female water-polo player till the early 90′s. now residing in my hellenic island i still practice sea swimming for at least 1 hr almost every day of the year (with the exception of the winter months here, aka dec-mar) and i love it! i am quasi sea-born and i enjoy among other sea beauties that one http://zazaseacow.wordpress.com/2012/06/16/10/ !
i ‘ll try your mediterranean-flavored dip! appreciated! lov gina!
Compared to any other sport I have done, swimming makes me the most hungry. I do not know if it the extra calories spent by me shivering in the water as it is always so cold or the fact I need to really concentrate on rhymic breathing to get me through the laps but I am starving at the end. If this dip was at the other end of the pool I would swim faster to get to the end. Take care of your knees, we only get one set! BAM
Swimming is good for the whole body – every little muscle get their share! Was school champion in medley – was swimming and swimming and swimming for years – then I stopped … and I have never got the urge back. Just like with my reading. It’s the best exercise you can give yourself and all ages will befit from it – and look at the bodies on all swimmers – magical. You will lose weight and be trimmed. Glad you found something that you enjoy and look forward to do. Sweet Harissa Corn and Halloumi Dip, something completely new for me – but I will put on file … have to use tinned corn. Visit Commander’s Palace when I visited New Orleans – great place.
That was so funny, Smidge. Swimming really is the greatest leveler – everything is revealed and all is there for everyone to see. And if that’s not bad enough, then you have to wear a cap and goggles. I have new goggles that dig so tightly into my face that when I get out, for the next four hours, I have huge bags under my eyes. This swimming business can really age you. But, like you, it’s the best exercise and good for old joints! I did a squad swim this morning at 6.15 in the fast lane! The lane was full of boof-head blokes and I had a horrible time. Every time I turned my head to take a breath a tidal wave would smack me in the face and choke me. After the lesson I told the instructor I wanted a lane set aside for the mummies! xx
Barbara your description of you swimming made me laugh out loud! Brilliant post. And fab recipe.
Good luck with the swimming–and the Halloumi Dip looks delicious
You can do anything you set your mind to! I believe in you And great recipe there.
Yes I’m laughing Smidge, but laughing WITH you ! And I’m jealous you can wear fins in the pool, not something we can do here. But you’ll get there, practice and patience my friend !
And I’m drooling at the dip, just love Harissa, but genius of you to add sweetcorn and haloumi….. look slike I need to do some laps
It does require a completely different subset of physical skills and abilities.. I hope I get that rhythm eventually!
It used to be the chocolate bar from the vending machine with my locker money when I was a kid:)
Wow.. I didn’t know you were a runner, good on you!! I can’t run and swimming is my only hope, lol, now that I can’t bike. How do they make this look so easy??
I’m going back in this morning, it’s just got to get easier, right;)
Now, that would be nice if I develop those!! I never thought of that!
I hope your back is better now?? Maybe we should just sit down, take a breath and eat a muffin:D
That’s a great idea.. there’s always a pool in the hotel that no one seems to use. xx
I’ve read about it in a lot of recipes.. it’s definitely a different cheese than I’m used to. I was worried it wouldn’t get “melty” but it did eventually:)
Thanks:) xx
I love you.. seriously, hot wouldn’t be the best adjective though:D You should swim.. you could be a triathlete!!! What fun!!! I wish I’d done that at your age!!
Hahaha.. I could be “that lady” in the pool with tinted goggles, lol!
I’m so glad.. we need a few more laughs, eh?
I’m headed there again today.. try, try again!
Soo hungry.. maybe one of your chocolate treats would work next time:D
Hahaha.. we should write a joint blog post one day, you’re hilarious! I need one of those robes with the hood..Four years and counting! But I would be lucky to be in the Level Two class at the pool by then:D
Oh, just imagine the lovely swishing sounds your little baby must have heard:D
I think I would add a little more cheese/mayonnaise.. it was good, but I like my dips a little creamier:)
You do have a pool, your very own, but I suspect it’s quite cold there this time of year:D What if one heated it the pool to a high temperature, it might be more tempting then:)
Wow, there are so many proficient swimmers out there! How awesome is that, water-polo!! You swim in the sea? Doubly awesome! I’m off to check out your link!
I know.. what is it?? I think maybe the shivering?? Or those vending machines.. I always got to spend my locker money when I was through for the day. Yes.. the question is, do I have both knees repaired at once, so it’s over with?? xx
A champion!! Wow, good for you!! Maybe they just tuckered you right out! Sometimes we don’t want to go back to things we did too much of, eh? I hope I get trimmed but I guess my knees will be better for it. I think tinned corn would work as long as it was drained and patted dry? xx
Yes.. I had those “rings” around my eyes too, lol! I’m so impressed that you swim, it’s so difficult, just accidentally give those blokes a “whip kick” in the thigh when you go past, that might help:D I hope you get a mummies lane. We have slow, medium and fast.. no man would be caught dead in the slow lane, lol!
Glad I gave you a laugh, Rhoda!
Thank.. I’m headed there today again, I need the luck!
Haha, thanks, I’ll remember that when I jump in this morning! A whole crowd of bloggers cheering me on:D
Those fins were brilliant, I couldn’t believe how fat I could go!! I’ve never used Harissa before, it took me this long to find a store that even carries it, lol!
I have a recipe for Harissa if you like……
I had a bad fall at work .. 2008 and I hit my knee very bad – it was aching for nearly 2,5 year and suddenly one morning I woke up and no pain. It was visceral ligaments and there is nothing to do then wait for it to heal by itself – didn’t believe them, but they were right. I hope it will work for you with the swimming. I really do. The water makes the movements more soft on our ligaments.
Smidge you cracked me up, over and over, with this one! This is a piece of some very colorful, comical, tickle-the-bones writing! I LOVED it, so much it needed three readings! and with each reading, different parts amused me most! (you are one very brave woman to put on a speedo under flourescent lighting with eyes open! No, that would be ME being brave – you on the other hand were probably “designed” for thing!!) And your “other” dip – that’s a winner too! Great great post! Thank you! xx
I commend you on your courage! I was a competative swimmer years ago, and for while in the not so distant past I competed in long distance open water swims – 1-3 miles… It’s all about efficiency. PM me if you want, there are some good resources to help.
I agree I am always famished afterwards!
Yum, that dip looks so delicious, sounds like you’ve earned it. Great post!
Make sure to find out how often they chlorinate, my friend acquired some weird rash from a very high end hotel in Toronto.
Eeewww!! My daughter used to work there, so I believe they’re fairly diligent.. but I’m going to ask!!
I wish it were so.. I have a knee repair in my not-too-distant future I’m afraid. Just trying to get strong enough for it:) I’m glad yours worked out on its own!
Good god, it is a humiliating experience to try a new sport. Well, I did make it to Seniors level in Elementary School, but I’m a pathetic swimmer to say the least. I got a few tips this morning.. so I’m feeling optimistic:D xx
What is PM? I would love some resources! I got a tip from the lifeguard on duty today. I’m so impressed that you were swimming competitively!!
I’m not sure if I’ve earned it.. but I always seem to crave chocolate afterwards;)
“nothing is more humbling than trying to wedge a middle-aged, 100+ pounds of tepid colored flesh into a tiny black-bottomed spandex swimsuit” – I could not help but put myself in that same scenario. If I had to sport a speedo these days I would never be able to exhale as I strolled a faux-confident and pasty white walk of shame to the poolside. If my knees go, and they likely will, I am just going to have to be the fat guy at the bar bragging that at least I dont smoke. This post is so good. I am waiting on the book
Hahaha.. What happens if the bar is by/in the pool??
I love it! I too recently tried swimming again and swore I would get right back in after splashing about for what was only a half hour. It has been two months! Oops!
The soup looks delish!
Sorry to hear about your injury I hope that it gets sorted soon. I enjoyed your swimming story – I am afraid to put my head in the water when I swim as I have never mastered the art of breathing and swimming!
Your description is so lively, you really brought it all to life. It made me miss swimming. I haven’t done it for years, but it would be fun again. I’m glad you enjoyed it so much and hope that you continue to do so. H xxx
This was hilarious, I love it! I used to love swimming as a kid but I haven’t been back as an adult – I’m not sure whether to be encouraged or put off my this post
I hope the swimming will do the job for you and that you will get your knee repaired. You’re still young.
Hahaha, oh, I know that feeling. The first time I put swimming goggles on I thought my eyeballs were gonna get sucked out of my head. It was a terrible feeling!!
Love the look of the dip! Did you ever try making your own harissa? I make a version which isn’t quite traditional, but I prefer it to the regular stuff. I use Antillean habanero chillies which are fantastically fragrant which makes for a beautiful aroma and flavour… I posted it on my site some time ago if you wanted to take a look
Your knees might be shot, Smidge, but it’s nice to see you hanging on to your sense of humour. I have no room to mock- I cannot ride a bike and I swim even more inefficiently than you. Maybe bread would have fewer calories then corn chips? Just a thought, and almost certainly wrong!
You are hilarious Smidge! This sounds like a delicious recipe, perfect for and “after pool” party.
Have fun tomorrow
Absolutely! It’s been a couple of years, but backs are funny things. I have to stay on top of looking after it. But you know what has helped – owning a kitchen aid! (I’m not joking!). Hope you recover fast soon x
I think back are, indeed, tricky, it’s good to be careful now.. so you won’t be in my “boat” at my age:D
Beats me… still, I find the triathlon an amazing feat, even if it’s not the Iron Man, it’s still a lot of fun and very challenging. IN my next life, count me in
(seriously, though, I wish you the best on your recovery. ONe of the reasons I cannot run a marathon anymore is a knee injury, mainly self inflicted from…. well, from being me!)
Oh, this was so funny! Although I’m not a swimmer, and certainly not an athlete, I can relate to your story of struggling into your bathing suit, having recently bought a Spanx to, shall we say, add more sleekness to the lines of a dress I wore to a wedding. Good luck with the swimming, and good for you! I’m feeling very challenged to get back to exercising, and I don’t quite know why (maybe because I’d rather blog?). But, if I had a dish of that dip waiting for me afterwards, I think I’d be motivated to have a session on the treadmill!
I used to love to swim! Unfortunately, I was so uncoordinated that I, too, was quickly ID’d as the one most likely to drown. In school, when I took the swimming classes, they soon had me teaching the beginners — figured it was safer to keep me in the shallow end where they didn’t have to watch my every (uncoordinated) move!
Sorry to hear about the knees. Right there with you on that. But, this dip, very intriguing. I love corn, so it’s sounding like something I need to make.
Oops is right.. but you have been hiking lots:D
I’m fine.. I’ve had bad knees my whole life.. they’re just starting to complain now:D I don’t know why.. years of running and aerobics.. maybe that’s what did it;)
You should jump back in! I went again this morning and am starting to just love it!! It’s so much more meditative than upstairs in the gym!
Haha, definitely feel encouraged, I’m probably as bad as it gets, lol! You’d probs do much better!
You know I never have.. I’m going to take a look at your recipe. Where do you buy those Antillean chillies?? Are they dried, in a jar or fresh?? They sound amazing!
Yes.. the way things are going, the humour is all that’s going to be left;D I vote for the bread.. it would be yummy right about now!
I did ok this morning, a life guard gave me a few pointers on my front crawl and things are going a bit better:)
I was thinking it was a lot like Spanx.. I forgot my flip flops on deck and had to pull a wet swimsuit back on to go out there.. now that was a challenge! Good grief! Blogging is very tempting.. I love it and we get to sit whilst writing:D
Hahaha, we’d get along famously then! Maybe one day we’ll be in that senior’s group together, lol!
I am trying very hard not to laugh as my backstroke is not that good either – I was swimming a lot at one stage for my shoulder. I used the aqua pool instead of the training pool so that no-one would see me Good luck and have fun!
Barbara, put your surgery off as long as possible if you need knee replacements. Recovery is not exactly a piece of cake. Original equipment is always best. Take care of yourself.
A private message, an email;. i don’t see an address here for you
then that will be a good day
Oh.. just click on the envelope.. or bjbamber@shaw.ca works:)
I have discovered a surgeon who corrects by moving the muscles back in place.. I agree, having fewer “spare parts” is the way to go. I’m waiting for my appointment with her.. xx
There’s no hiding in this pool, thankfully, most have a big ego and don’t want to go in the “slow” lane:D
Well done Smidge, you’ll be doing flip turns in no time! Every time I go swimming my stomach gets a workout from the dressing room to to pool (and back).
Best wishes and take care of yourself!
Your chiropractor sounds like she has a great sense of humour too. I laughed out loud reading through the entire post. I am sure you will be swimming the fast lane pretty soon. Sure hope the water helps your knee.
That dip is just what’s needed after a swim.
Great read! You are brave. I was just thinking the other day that I have not owned a bathing suit in at least ten years (though I can swim rather well, if I may say so myself – my father was an instructor at some point)… and promised myself I never would. Though reading this I can imagine being in the water again. Funny how we perceive our bodies upon entering middle age. I exercise every day, yet feel quite unfit for a bathing suit. On another note, I’ve been playing tag with so many blogs that I am afraid I’ve missed stopping here for a while. May I ask? Knee injury?
Yes to jumping back in! ps. I love harissa so this is fantastic.
It’s such a sad comment on body perception for sure.. and I’m as guilty as the next person. I hope you pick up a suit and just jump in, it’s not as bad as I thought:) No recent knee injury.. just hip pain that must be a secondary pain to an old knee issue. Time catches up with us!!
Robin is hilarious.. he has me laughing from the minute I get there until I leave. It’s a highlight of my day, which is awesome considering he puts me through a lot of pain while he’s making me laugh:D I think the swimming will be great. xx
I’ve never been much of a swimmer, so I give you huge credit for taking the plunge and going for laps. I don’t know that I could complete one lap! Sounds like it felt great to get in and moving though. Fabulous recipe too. It does sound like it would be good with bacon.
You’re Aquawoman! I knew there was something really special about you…
Or the six pack of Michael Phelps?!
Autumn beckoned Katie and I.. who were we to argue? A photography essay prescribed by the remnants of fading aspen hues. Here is a wee slideshow of the rest… ♥ One of my daughter’s awesome girlfriends, Emma, made her this sassy salsa and of course she couldn’t wait to make it for me. It was…
Who is that stunning girl in the photo? Is that your daughter? Or the creator of this recipe? The lighting in the photo is gorgeous and very ‘Autumn’. I love how there are so few ingredients in this salsa and incredible that there’s just the juice of a lime in the dressing. And this would indeed, be very good for you. And it’s colourful too! xx
Looks so yummy! I’m hungry now!!
Love her autumn outfit! And the salsa looks perfect too
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Beautiful colours of autumn!
What beautiful photos of a beautiful girl – your daughter? The salsa sounds sensational Smidge. Have a happy week ahead.
Mandy
Excellent salsa!
Makes me miss my girls…Happy Thanksgiving
Emma is a gorgeous young woman, and knowing she is a great cook to boot: beware world! There she comex!
beautiful photos, setting, outfit – just perfection. I knew you were an amazing photographer, but you do people just as well as you do food…
Beautiful photos! Is that Emma? Love the tang of lime juice with all of these fabulous fresh ingredients.
Love these photos right in the heart of autumn. So beautiful! And of course, this sassy salsa looks delicious. Sometimes it’s the most simple things that really taste the best.
Great photos! And that salsa…. Delish! I never thought of adding cucumber to salsa before. Brilliant!
Simply lovely. Both the salsa and the subject.
That’s my daughter in the photos.. I’m trying to get as comfortable taking “people” photos as food, lol, and my kids are going to be the “guinea pigs”. Emma is her lovely friend from school who made this salsa.. I’m hoping she will pose for me as well one day:D
Me too.. it’s the sort of salsa you start to crave, it has such a fresh taste:) Thanks for visiting me!
The colors sure worked! She took some of me, but I was wearing oranges and browns.. not quite the same effect. It’s like food photos.. you start to see what can be really effective. Thanks, CCU:)
There are a few orangey trees left, but most have begun to be in their final stages.. there’s still a beauty in that for sure:)
Thanks, Mandy.. I’m making the sweet potatoes today and then we still have tomorrow off. Can’t wait to see the family:D
Thanks!
I hope you get a visit soon then! xx
The photos are my daughter.. I should have written that in, lol, Emma is her friend.. It was the perfect day, I hope to get my son out there today to do the same… and the hubs, but we’ll see if they’re game. xx
I’ve just realized I haven’t had photos of my family here.. this is my daughter Katie:D xx
The cucumber is what made it so yummy.. it’s a surprise and so refreshing:D
My little girl is lovely inside and out as well.. I’m a lucky mom:)
Beautiful photos!
Oh what beautiful pictures! They’re stunning, Barb. How pretty is she?
Emma’s salsa!! Me loves! I love salsas, all of them…they’re my favorite because of all the freshness and this one sounds just perfect. Thank you for sharing!
You’re welcome!! I love Mexican cuisine, usually have it for dinner. you should post more cooking instruction.
are you from Italy? nice to meet you.
Beautiful pictures – your daughter is very pretty. The salsa is my kind of recipe easy to make and supremely healthy.
It was so yummy and quick.. might have to make it again today:D
Great photos!
This is such a great salsa, Barb. You’ve got me considering heading to the grocery for ingredients. (After yesterday, this was to be a no shopping day!) So easy to prepare and so fresh looking. I couldn’t go wrong.
Your daughter is a pretty young woman, Barb, and your photos were well shot. A wonderful collaboration.
I’m hoping my son will cooperate too.. it’s his turn today:D Katie turns 21 this year and we missed Phil’s 18 last year (he was away playing hockey) I love to photograph to document this special years! Now go shopping!! I am!!
Well, no wonder she is so gorgeous! As a geneticis of sorts (ok, I “do” bacteria, but genes are genes), I can see that your DNA passed well to her
Hahaha.. if only her “jeans” could pass on to me;)
I love the way autumnal light brings a magical quality to photos – a perfect setting for your lovely daughter.
I so wish I had read your recipe on my iPhone an hour ago. We just squeaked in under the closing time wire at the market, and now I won’t be able to get what I need to make this salsa until Tuesday. It looks so delicious!
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful. I think your daughter should take to wearing a paper bag on her head though as she will be blinding the boys with all that stunning face. Poor boys.. c
Your daughter is beautiful. No need for senior photos and spending 1000′s of dollars on a professional as your shots are way better. Loving Emma’s zesty salsa- sounds good on some grilled fish. Take care, BAM
Hahaha.. I’ll make the suggestion.. life would be easier for us that way as well;)
Your daughter is beautiful and so is your photography, Barb. You have such a good eye, although your “focus” may have made it easier for you to capture great photos! And the salsa is a winner, too! I love a good chunky salsa! D
Your posts are one of my favourite parts of Sunday mornings. I let them sit in my Google Reader all week, sit down with some coffee, and pop on over here for a visit. Thanks for that, lady!!
What a stunning young lady Smidge! So lovely, just like her beautiful Mom. Gorgeous photos and love that delish looking salsa. It is so nice to assume the role of sous chef once and a while
Oh she’s so lovely, Smidge! Xx
You’re so welcome!! I do the same on Sundays:D
What a beautiful daughter, in a magical setting. We make a salsa like this, too. Delicious in its simplicity.
She is so beautiful and photographs too. This salsa seems so delicious. Thank you dear Barbara, Happy Thanksgiving Day. Blessing and Happiness to you both, love, nia
I love, love, love photo number 1 and 2. It does help when the subject is as beautiful as your daughter but mama did a good job capturing on lens. As I looked at the photos I started to think of my Little One growing up one day…they grow up too fast don’t they?
Sweet. Tell me… Did you use a filter or do some color editing? They have a lovely color quality/ hue.
For this sort of photography, I like to use a filter on Picmonkey to get a vintage vibe going. It’s a ton of fun.. you should take a look:D xx
You have a beautiful daughter Barbara and the pictures you took really make her beauty shine
Thank you for sharing these beautiful fall pictures
I just love the colors of fall
Such lovely photos, as always.
you have wonderful pictures on this post. and the salsa looks divine. I look forward to following your blog.
I like This recipe
Beautiful photos, and the salsa sound simple and delicious.
Wow, you have gorgeous kids, but that’s no surprise considering their mom.
Wonderful photos Barb – I can see your daughter takes after her mother with those looks! And a beautiful salsa to boot – so many lovely things in one post!
You may have the most beautiful blog – and model – on WordPress! By the way, I know the young lady is your daughter; you do good work!
Oh Smidge your daughter is gorgeous (no surprise there)!! The photos are as Lovely as can be! (Stunning really!) And the salsa is superbly sassy and one I’ve Got to make! xx !
Fabulous photos Smidge, and I see your model is your daughter – just gorgeous!
And hurrah for a sassy salsa
What a beautiful post! From top to bottom!
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WOW Smidge! What a fantastic recipe! I love all the flavours and it’s healthy so that’s a double bonus!
Mandy xo
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so healthy and so yum!
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One of my favorite dips, although I cannot remember now if the one I make has avocado in it… great addition if it doesn’t
Indeed, a perfect springtime appetizer!
That sounds very good – I wonder how much sriracha I could get in there
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Smidge! I’ve mentioned several times the past two days how i adore the many greens of spring…and now, with this, yet another green to swallow and savor! This looks gorgeous, and sounds scrumptious, and I’m pinning it and making it this weekend! (Several I know will want this too!) Love! (And, I suppose it doesn’t hurt that your photo is stunning!) I’ve missed you these past few weeks and will try to catch up! This was a beautiful place to start, my friend! xxx
Barb you were not kidding when you said Emerald green dip lol. It’s so bright and delicious looking.. that I think I’d have a smile on my face while enjoying this
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I love the combo of edamame and avocado in this dip….creamy and smooth! I love those crackers too.
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Beautiful color and wonderful recipe. I usually gobble up edamames before I can put them to any use. I must restrain myself to try this.
never tried this beans. the combo of flavors must be out of this world… bookmarked! (and what lovely pictures)
Endamame AND avocado! What a great combination, Smidge! It sounds absolutely delicious..
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That looks really good and yes, it’s a very pretty colour. I can tell from the list of ingredients that this is a dip with great flavour. I would like to try and make this – perfect to have with drinks xx
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I really loved this suggestion. Absolutely amazing and mouth-watering.
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Yummy and healthy looking!
I never knew you could make edamame into a dip. If it’s anywhere near as good as the beans themselves it must be delicious!
This looks yum, I need to try it. I love edamame but never have good ideas of how to use it other than in curry or rice.
Yay, your posts are finally turning up in my WordPress reader again! And yay again for this wonderfully vibrant and no doubt delicious dip! Thank you also for sharing news of this new oil with your readers; i hadn’t heard of it before.
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Hello Smidge, I have not heard of this oil so thanks for the preview. I love this little edamame and avocado dip. My favorite color is green so I guess this is going to be a great year. A great dip for entertaining. Have a super weekend. BAM
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This looks just delicious Smidge! And so absolutely trendy too.
My kiddos would eat this dip up in no time…if they could beat me to it that is.
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Thanks, Andy!
Edamame makes a great dip.. we both agree on that! xx
If you want the truth, Mad Dog, my daughter tasted it.. then just squirted a whole bunch in, so I underestimated for the recipe:D Wouldn’t want to make it screamin’ hot for some people, lol, but we love things really spicy!
You must be getting all sorts of lovely greens for spring in your parts, spree.. so close to the ocean and all! And that much further south of us. We’re desperate for a little more green here, but all we get is brown, yucky brown and snow. So the only green is in our kitchen, lol! Thanks for stopping in, I’ve missed you.. but I know you’re up to something fantastical! xx
It turned out so vibrant.. I guess it was the edamame being boiled? Even avocado doesn’t go that bright.. it was yummy for sure:D
We thought of it for that exact reason, it needed a little creaminess in it, without avocado it’s a bit drier for sure. I was thinking plain greek yogurt, but we didn’t have any at the time. Thanks for stopping by Angie! xx
My daughter only gave us this little taste.. for 3 of us, lol! So we were forced into restraint:D xx
I love that gorgeous green color!
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Thanks, Barbara.. but your pictures take things to the next level, I’m still working on mine!
Great sounding dip Smidge xxx
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What a fantastic recipe! The color of the dip is brilliant and I bet it taste great, too!
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I just love learning about something completely new (or ancient:) And I have never ever heard of this oil. I’ve been going balistic on the smoothies and spring health kick – except for in this moment of brownie with a bit of real ice cream- loads of flax, chia and hemp!
This looks like a great recipe and I love the contrasting colors in the photos. Well done.
xx wendy
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This dip looks amazing! I love the color, and I really love the ingredients. I’m intrigued by this oil, thanks for sharing!
That looks amazing – I think our local health food store sells these beans. And those crackers look good too!
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This looks fantastic! I’d have to restrain myself from eating them raw and whole though, love a good edamame bean
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I love the recipe and the photo! Always looking for a great healthy dip!
Wonderful recipe and the love the fresh spring color!
Such a clever and unique way to use edamame, love it. Never heard of camelina oil, shall look for it when I go shopping.
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This has such a nice list of ingredients and I can only imagine the flavors this dip brings together. And it’s all so fashionable, too! Thanks for the tip about Camelina oil. I’ve never heard of it and will look for it around here.
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I love edamame! This is definitely a healthier alternative than normal dips.
Great item to bring to a party for sure.
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I love that you call in a dip not a hummus…great color, flavor/aromatics, and presentation!!
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I love the photo – the edamame just pops! Love the look and feel
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Thanks Danny, looking back, my experimenting with photography has made that dip look a little too “artsy” I think, lol. I guess it’s back to the drawing board. xx
That dip looks gorgeous, I love the ingredients in there pine nuts, edamame and avocado this would be so nutty and creamy
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Thanks Raymund, I think the avocado made the real difference here for sure!
lovely picture!the dip sounds healthy and delicious all at once! Brilliant idea Smidge!
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