A Dash of Tam

A Dash of Tam Just sharing the recipes, coffee creations, and everyday favorites my family loves most. 🤎

Homestyle Chili 🍂Nothing beats a big pot of hearty chili on a cool fall day! ❤️🌶️ Loaded with beef, beans, and plenty of...
09/26/2026

Homestyle Chili 🍂

Nothing beats a big pot of hearty chili on a cool fall day! ❤️🌶️ Loaded with beef, beans, and plenty of flavor. Save this one for chili season! 😋

Chocolate + peanuts + the crockpot = the perfect sweet treat! 😍 Save this recipe for later!
08/04/2026

Chocolate + peanuts + the crockpot = the perfect sweet treat! 😍 Save this recipe for later!

If you love peanut butter, this one is calling your name! 🥜✨
07/30/2026

If you love peanut butter, this one is calling your name! 🥜✨

Million Dollar Ranch Dip 🧀🥓Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with bacon—this easy dip is always the first thing to disappear! S...
07/19/2026

Million Dollar Ranch Dip 🧀🥓

Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with bacon—this easy dip is always the first thing to disappear! Serve it warm or cold with chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.

Ingredients

* 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
* 1 packet Creamy Jalapeño Ranch seasoning
* 1 (3.5 oz) bag bacon bits
* 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
* 1 (16 oz) container sour cream

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Mix all ingredients until well combined.
3. Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Cold Version: Mix everything together and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Tip: For a milder dip, substitute a regular ranch seasoning packet for the Creamy Jalapeño Ranch.

😋 Perfect for game day, cookouts, parties, or anytime you need an easy crowd-pleasing appetizer!

Swim Queso Chicken & Rice 🧀* 2 packages Knorr Mexican Rice* 1 packet taco seasoning* 1 (16 oz) jar salsa* 3 cups chicken...
07/16/2026

Swim Queso Chicken & Rice 🧀

* 2 packages Knorr Mexican Rice
* 1 packet taco seasoning
* 1 (16 oz) jar salsa
* 3 cups chicken broth
* 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
* 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
* 1 (16 oz) container queso

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a 9x13 baking dish, combine the Mexican rice, taco seasoning, salsa, chicken broth, and shredded chicken. Mix well.
3. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top.
4. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
5. Warm the queso and pour it over the casserole.
6. Top with sliced green onions or your favorite toppings.

Serve with tortilla chips for scooping, if desired! 🌮🧀😋

Cream Cheese Chili Dip 🌶️🧀* 8 oz cream cheese, softened* 1 cup sour cream* 1 oz ranch seasoning mix* 1 (15 oz) can chili...
07/14/2026

Cream Cheese Chili Dip 🌶️🧀

* 8 oz cream cheese, softened
* 1 cup sour cream
* 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
* 1 (15 oz) can chili
* 2 cups shredded nacho cheese blend
* 2 Tbsp chopped chives

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
3. Spread the mixture into a lightly greased 8x8 or 9x9 baking dish.
4. Evenly spread the chili over the cream cheese mixture.
5. Top with shredded cheese.
6. Bake for 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
7. Sprinkle with chopped chives before serving.

Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices. 😋

Ham & Cheese Biscuit Bake 🥓🧀* 1 can (10 count) Grands! frozen biscuits* 8 oz diced ham, cooked bacon, or sausage* 1 cup ...
07/14/2026

Ham & Cheese Biscuit Bake 🥓🧀

* 1 can (10 count) Grands! frozen biscuits
* 8 oz diced ham, cooked bacon, or sausage
* 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
* 6 eggs
* Splash of half-and-half
* Chives (fresh or freeze-dried)
* Salt & pepper, to taste

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
2. Arrange biscuits in the bottom of the dish.
3. Top with ham, bacon, or sausage, then sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
4. Whisk together eggs, half-and-half, chives, salt, and pepper. Pour evenly over the top.
5. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the biscuits are golden brown.
6. If the biscuits begin browning too quickly, loosely cover with foil.

Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or breakfast-for-dinner! 😋

Crab Island Dip 🏝️🦀🐚* 2 cans Mexicorn, drained* 1 can sweet corn, drained* 1 (14 oz) bag Mexican cheese blend* 1½ cups s...
07/07/2026

Crab Island Dip 🏝️🦀🐚

* 2 cans Mexicorn, drained
* 1 can sweet corn, drained
* 1 (14 oz) bag Mexican cheese blend
* 1½ cups sour cream
* 1 cup mayonnaise
* 1 bunch green onions, chopped
* 1 small red onion, diced
* 1 can diced jalapeños, drained
* 1 can diced green chiles, drained
* Cajun seasoning, to taste
* Salt & pepper, to taste

1. In a large bowl, combine Mexicorn, sweet corn, cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, green onions, red onion, jalapeños, and green chiles.
2. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
3. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Serve chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.

Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow 🍒A sweet, crunchy treat with the flavors of cherry cheesecake in every bite!
07/03/2026

Cherry Cheesecake Puppy Chow 🍒

A sweet, crunchy treat with the flavors of cherry cheesecake in every bite!

If you love Bloomin’ Onions, you’re going to LOVE this dip! 🧅
06/30/2026

If you love Bloomin’ Onions, you’re going to LOVE this dip! 🧅

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