Here in Charlotte, Scott and I belong to a neighborhood supper club. Once a month we get together with three other couples and share a meal. The person hosting is responsible for the main course and the other couples supply the appetizer, salad, and dessert. I look forward to the night all month long. I get to try out new recipes, we both get a night out away from the kids, and the food is most always amazing.
This past weekend was our first get together of the new year and I found myself in charge of the appetizer. Ideas fluttered through my mind; everything from a white bean dip with hummus chips to homemade crackers with an assortment of cheeses. But when all was said and done, a more hearty combination of cheese, shrimp and bacon won me over. Just try and tell me you can resist that combination of flavors. I didn’t think so.
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