Just don’t forget the buttery crackers! Just hand over the crackers and turn up the music! The dipwhich originated from a restaurant at Neiman Marcusis almost like a zhushed-up pimento cheese. Simply Recipes / Ariel Knutson It’s incredibly easy to make, and even easier to eat. When I reached out to Neiman Marcus to confirm, they declined to comment. There is no official recipe onlinebut plenty of copycat versions. Simply Recipes / Ariel Knutson...

The sweet treat tastes like a trip to a fancy French bistro. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Im a big fan of French desserts. Well, ALDIs latest dessert find in the deli section will have you speaking French in no time. Simply Recipes / Getty Images I am currently swooning over their new Specially Selected Pot de Cremes (pronounced poh-deh-crehm). The ingredients list is shortbasically cream, sugar, egg yolks, and either chocolate or coffee....

Its my shortcut to a quick and easy dinnerand so much better than takeout. Thats why I always keep budget-friendlyTrader Joes Tikka Masala Curry Saucestocked. I only eat delicious food, and I read ingredient lists. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Its valued for a nutty, mild flavor and nutrients, and seen as a budget alternative to cashews. Ive used a packet with a can of drained beans and thrown in whatever veggies I have on hand....

It’s so delicious and versatile. Emporium Selection Hot Honey shredded cheese blend and Mac n Cheese shredded cheese blend caught my eye. For only $2.49 per eight-ounce package, those babies were coming home with me. Simply Recipes / Getty Images After tasting both, I think their intended uses are a great place to start. The hot honey is a blend of mozzarella and cheddar with hot honey seasoning. Cheddar comes on the nose, Gouda hits you mid-palate, and Gruyeres earthiness rounds it all out....

Theyre what happens when you combine garlic breadsticks with mozzarella sticks. He had called for permission, and when I didn’t answer, he took it as granted! Big, pillowy puffs of pizza dough are wrapped around mozzarella sticks and then slathered with garlic butter. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Pull them apart, and you find melty mozzarella goodness. On another occasion, he found theyre extra soft if you cook them in the microwave....

It’s good on everything. Thats how I discovered a new, delicious shredded cheese blend. For $2.89, you get a half pound of glorious cheddar shreds. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Because its made from three distinct cheddars, its depth of flavor goes beyond regular cheddar shreds. Its absolutely perfect forgrilled cheese. It also melts well on chicken. Simply Recipes / Photo Illustration by Wanda Abraham / ALDI It would also be great forau gratin potatoes....

I hope ALDI brings these dips back for the holidays. Theyre absolutely perfect for entertaining! The truffle dip is full of umami, with little flecks of black truffle. Simply Recipes / Aldi If you like truffles or mushrooms, then this elegant dip will be your jam. It tastes really good with salt and vinegar potato chips. If you like hummus blended with red peppers, youll love this dip too. Simply Recipes / Aldi...

The fruity spread is the ultimate taste of the summer and it’s available for a limited time. Sweet bits of peach swirled into a rich, tangy cream cheese base? Obviously, using it to make peach cheesecake and peach cream cheesefrostingare no-brainers, too. Simply Recipes / Getty Images So, I’ll be stocking up to start my peach fix as soon as possible. This creamy taste of summer feels too good to miss....

It works wonders for way more than just bread. So I almost dropped mysourdough starterwhen I saw that ALDI was selling theCrofton cast iron bread dome. So, for all of my fellow homemade bread lovers, this one’s for you! Simply Recipes / Getty Images Its design helps to create a perfect steam-filled environment that bread dreams are made of. The classic white or jewel green enamel finish of the ALDI dome looks sleek and timeless anyway....

Its quickly become my best friend in the kitchen. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock With the advent of theInstant Potandair fryers, I’d forgotten about slow cookers. However, Ive been wanting to champion reviving them as a highly useful kitchen tool that they are. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock The Ambiano slow cooker is programmable and particularly helpful for busy parents. This experience made me fall in love with my slow cooker, so I now use it regularly....

It cooks my family’s favorite foods in minutes. It can air fry an entire chicken, which Ive done exactly one time. Thats why I was so excited to see that ALDI is selling the cutest little air fryers. Simply Recipes / Getty Images Though its pint-sized, its pretty roomy insideits volume is just over eight cups. That means you could reheata heck of a lot of French fries. It only has two knobsone for time, the other for temperatureso its straightforward to use....

Its the perfect easy appetizer for cookouts. Simply Recipes / Getty Images My sister Karen is the queen of dips, and she loves to entertain. Whenever I go visit her, I know shell put out some fantastic snacks. Simply Recipes / Getty Images It also costs only $3.29 for a 10-ounce container. This dip has got it going on. First off, its creamy, but it has almost a whipped texture....

It’s the perfect Alouette dupe. However tasty, Alouette isnt kind to my pocketbook. And, boy are they absolutely delicious! Simply Recipes / Getty Images Each spread starts with a creamy yet dense texture, and each flavor profile shines through. Truthfully, I am partial to them all. Simply Recipes / ALDI