Super Bowl Sunday Treats

 

Superbowl Sunday was never a big deal to me growing up, and for Ryan, he always had to work so he would always miss the game.  He actually made it home for most of the game this year so we invited a couple friends over for pizza and appetizers. I know this post is late but I couldn't pass it up because these potato skins and taco dip turned out bomb! They make the perfect appetizer for any party really, give them a try!

Roasted Jalapeno Popper Potato Skins

Ingredients:
2-3 jalapenos 
Russet or baby red potatoes
2 Tablespoons canola or vegetable oil, divided
salt
8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
6 strips bacon, cooked and chopped

Directions:

1. Place oven rack to top position and preheat broiler. Place jalapenos onto a foil-lined baking sheet then broil, turning occasionally, until skins are black on all sides. When jalapenos are cool enough to handle, remove seeds from insides and chop. 
2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Wash and dry potatoes then prick once or twice with a fork. Place onto a foil-lined baking sheet then drizzle with 1 Tablespoon oil and coat all sides. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center goes in easily.
3. Turn oven heat to 450 degrees. When potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut in half lengthwise then scoop out flesh, leaving 1/8″ potato inside the skin. Brush insides with remaining oil then sprinkle with salt and bake for 10 minutes.
4. Fill each potato skin with 1 teaspoon cream cheese,then top with peppers, bacon and shredded cheddar cheese. Broil for 1-2 minutes, or until cheese is melted.

7 layer Taco Dip

Who doesn't like to have dip for tortilla chips?  This is beyond easy but so flavorful and easy to fill up on.  I didn't have or make guacamole so I guess mine was technically a 6 layer dip.  Don't ruin your appetite ;)

Ingredients:

• 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
• 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
• 1 cup guacamole
• 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
• 1 cup chunky salsa
• 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
• 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 bunch of green onions, sliced
• 1 (2.25 ounce) can of sliced olives, drained
• tortilla chips

Instructions:

1.) In a small bowl mix taco seasoning with refried beans.

2.) In a 9x13 glass pan, layer your ingredients.  Here's how the layers are assembled: Layer 1: beans and taco seasoning; Layer 2: sour cream; Layer 3: guacamole; Layer 4: salsa; Layer 5: cheese; Layer 6: tomatoes; Layer 7: green onions and olives.

3.) Store in the refrigerator until serving and serve with tortilla chips.

Oh and I cant forget the dessert!  Heres the cupcakes I made from: http://www.yourcupofcake.com/2012/10/easy-chocolate-cupcakes-2.html

Extra chocolatey deliciousness :)