Jalapeno & Mexican Spices:
In a medium skillet cook 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced, and 1 clove minced garlic in 2 teaspoons hot olive oil for 2 to 3 minutes or until just softened. Transfer mixture to medium bowl and stir in 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; cool. Makes 1 1/3 cups.Nutrition analysis per serving: 93 calories, 1 g protein, 2 g carbohydrate, 9 g total fat (5 g sat. fat), 24 mg cholesterol, 0 g fiber, 1 g total sugar, 8% Vitamin A, 6% Vitamin C, 172 mg sodium, 4% calcium, 1% iron
Bacon-Cheddar:
In a medium skillet cook 4 slices finely chopped bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1 clove minced garlic; cook for 30 seconds. Transfer to a medium bowl; cool. Stir in 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions. Makes 2 cups.Nutrition analysis per serving: 106 calories, 3 g protein, 1 g carbohydrate, 10 g total fat (5 g sat. fat), 25 mg cholesterol, 0 g fiber, 1 g total sugar, 5% Vitamin A, 1% Vitamin c, 118 mg sodium, 5% calcium, 1% iron
Peppercorn-Ranch:
In a medium bowl combine 1 tablespoon finely snipped fresh cilantro, 1 tablespoon finely snipped fresh chives, 1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill weed, 1/2 teaspoon lime zest, 1 teaspoon lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon paprika. Makes 1 1/3 cups.Nutrition analysis per serving: 83 calories, 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrate, 8 g total fat (5 g sat. fat), 24 mg cholesterol, 0 fiber, 1 g total sugar, 7% Vitamin A, 1% Vitamin C, 108 mg sodium, 4% calcium, 1% iron
