Tasty Dips for Your Party Crowd

Whether it's a Saturday night gathering, a sporting event or a big blowout birthday, nothing accentuates a party like a good dip.

To help handle the "fat" part of that equation, here are two dips that are sure to please your party-hungry folks . . . whether you are heading out for the game or entertaining at home.

So here goes:

Slow Cooker Reuben Dip

Ingredients:

• 1 16oz jar sauerkraut, drained (don't use the bagged kind - it's too bitter)
• 1 8oz block cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
• 2 cups shredded corned beef
• 1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing

Directions:

• Combine everything in your slow cooker and cook on high for 45 mins or about 1 1/2 hrs on low, until hot and cheese is melted.
• Serve with rye crackers.

Easy Microwave Buffalo Chicken Dip

Ingredients:

• 1 12.5 oz can white meat chicken (or equal amount of shredded rotisserie chicken)
• 2 8oz blocks cream cheese
• 1 cup shredded Mexican blend (or Monterey Jack) cheese
• 1 cup bleu cheese dressing
• Buffalo sauce to taste (I start with 1/4 cup)

Directions:

• Combine all ingredients and microwave until hot (about 3-4 mins.)
• Serve with tortilla chips, pita chips, celery and carrot sticks.
• This can be reheated as necessary in the microwave.

Enjoy!