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Honey Candied Jalapeno Pineapple Margaritas

Posted by Heather Richter on

This mix of sweet with a bit of heat is perfect for tailgating season! Start with a base of freshly squeezed lime juice- 10 limes per pitcher. Roll, slice, and squeeze the limes into the pitcher. Then add in the candied jalapenos depending on your level of spice. For a less spicy version 10-15 jalapenos. Muddle the jalapenos and lime juice together using a spoon to gently press the jalapenos up against the side of the pitcher. Add in a tablespoon of honey- stir. Fill the remainder of the pitcher with pineapple juice- stir. (Add tequila per taste) Rim glass...

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Candied Jalapeno Poppers

Posted by Megan Sones on

Sweet and spicy delicious little bites perfect for your next gathering! Ingredients: Fillo dough (found in freezer section) 1 Jar of Candied Jalapenos 2 8oz Cream cheese      Start by spooning 4 table spoons of Candied Jalapenos onto a cutting board and chopping them into smaller pieces. Mix the 2 packages of cream cheese in with the Candied Jalapenos until they are blended well together. Next roll out the fillo dough and using two sheets together at a time cut the dough into 4 pieces. Scope out a table spoonful of the cream cheese and Candied Jalapeno mixture ad place in...

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Bee Bit Marshmallow Bites!

Posted by Megan Sones on

These are an ooey gooey easy party pleaser just when you thought Bee Bits couldn't get any better!      Ingredients: One bag of Bee Bits One stick of butter One bag of mini marshmallows   In a large pot on the stovetop combine marshmallows and butter. Turn burner to medium heat and continuously stir the marshmallows and butter as they melt together to become a sauce. Once the mixture is completely melted add in the Bee Bits. Next be sure to have a pan lined with wax paper and sprayed with butter spray so the clusters wont stick ready.                                                        Wait for...

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Heathers Hash Brown Mash

Posted by Megan Sones on

  Directions: Prepare desired amount of Shredded Hash Brown Potatoes according to package. Halve one large tomato, then dice the halve. Measure ¼ cup of Busy Bee Candied Jalapenos. Dice the Busy Bee Candied Jalapenos. Transfer the Shredded Hash Brown Potatoes to a serving plate while still hot. Place two pieces of Sargento Ultra Thin Colby Jack cheese on top of the Shredded Hash Brown Potatoes. Spread diced tomatoes on top of cheese. Spread Busy Bee Candied Jalapenos on top of the diced tomatoes. Salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with sausage, bacon or even smoked salmon! *Goes great with...

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5 Minute Candied Jalapeno Hors D’oeuvre

Posted by Megan Sones on

Our hives are all a buzz for the holidays! With company popping in and out it’s a great idea to have a quick and easy hors d’oeurvre on hand. This is one of our favorites at Busy Bee and can be prepared in under 5 mins, perfect for those unexpected house guests!   Ingredients: 1 jar of candied jalapenos 1 box of cream cheese (we used the low fat variety) 1 package of crackers     You will want to be sure to choose a bowl or serving dish that has sides as the jalapenos sitting in a juice. Starting...

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