Tantalizing the Taste Buds - writercize #97

First things first, a very happy one year BLOGAVERSARY to Tara over at Tara Tyler Talks, a writer with a great sense of humor and about the most loyal follower a blogger could ever ask for.  If you haven't read her stuff, head right over and say hello.  You'll laugh, you'll chuckle, you just might learn something new, and you'll be glad you checked it out.

In honor of her yearlong accomplishment blogging away, Tara has decided to host a blogfest party, full of delicious food and recipes for all to share and salivate over.  So, I decided to join in the fun.

writercize:  In honor of the food fest over at Tara's place, share your favorite appetizer or drink recipe.  Here's the kicker though, the writercize twist - it must be in your own words.

Click "read more" for a delicious adults-only frozen beverage dreamed up by the writercizer.  Kiddos and the under 21 crowd - I'll throw in a yummy spread so you can try something too.  ;)

writercize sample response:

Coffee and Cocoa Frozen Party Beverage (adults only - must be over 21!)

*Ingredient measurements are variable - let your personal taste buds guide the way.

Fill blender approx. 3/4 full with ice.

Pour a healthy dose Bailey's and Kahlua over ice.

Add a few squirts of Hershey's chocolate syrup.

Pour in 2-5 shots espresso.

Pour milk to fill to top of blender.

Blend until milkshake consistency and serve.

A blender-full serves 4-6 adults.

All Ages Cheesy Dip

Gorgonzola Butter Spread

One of the best dips of all time!

Mix equal parts butter and crumbled gorgonzola cheese.  Add dried parsley.  Mix to a soft consistency and serve as a dip for veggies or with steak shish-ka-bobs.  Yummy!