Frito-Lay “Party in a Pinch” *Giveaway*
With all the holiday hustle and bustle, it probably feels like you’re always catching up … I know I feel like that!
Frito-Lay wants to help ensure you never miss a beat during the holidays. With some shortcuts and quick “better for you” recipes coupled with a little flair and presentation, you’ll have your guests asking “how does she do it?”
So, Frito-Lay brings you the “Holiday Party in a Pinch:” A few tips to prepare both the home and the pantry so you’re always ready to be the holiday hostess:”
- Ambiance is everything – Keep a playlist of festive music easily accessible or stock the stereo with CDs so it’s ready at the push of a button…literally. Add a few scented candles and presto…instant ambiance!
- Let guests add their touch – Keep a box of ornaments on hand and ask your guests to add one to the tree.
- No clean-up necessary – Stock-up on a supply of holiday-colored paper plates, napkins and utensils to lessen post-party clean-up. And if the house is tidy before you head out for the day, there’s no scrambling once they arrive!
- Stock the pantry – Have some “better for you” Frito-Lay products on hand to lessen the stress of “what to fix?” and allow for more time to visit with your guests. Frito-Lay’s Tostitos Scoops or Baked! Scoops — with a delicious dip — are true crowd-pleasers. Serve on a festive platter or dish and presto! …festive snacks ready to share!
- Entertain with ease – Always have several fun board games accessible to keep guests entertained. And a few kid-friendly movies or simple crafts will keep the little ones busy while the adults socialize.
Check out this yummy recipie using some of your favorite ingredients.
* Football Field Dip By: alittletipsy.blogspot.com
3 avocados
Onion powder
Garlic salt
1 can refried beans (I used Taco Bell Fat Free)
1/2 packet taco seasoning
1 small tub sour cream (I used Kroger reduced fat)
Spread the beans in the bottom of a small rectangular pyrex dish (mine was 2.75 qt — about 7 in x 9 in). Then, take a scoop of sour cream and put it in a Ziploc bag – saving for later. Mix the remaining sour cream with 1/2 packet of taco seasoning (or, to taste). Spread this mixture over the beans.
Next peel the avocados and smash in a bowl with 2 or 3 dashes of garlic salt and 2 or 3 dashes of onion powder (you can use garlic powder and onion salt if you prefer). Spread the avocado mixture over the sour cream layer, covering completely. This is your football field.
Now, take the sour cream you set aside (in Ziploc) and snip a little hole in the corner of the bag. Grab like a frosting bag and draw stripes over the avocado layer to line the field. Scoop with your favorite Tostitos and ENJOY!
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Chips and salsa and fun music! Thanks for the giveaway.
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Know one ever complains if there is chips and salsa or chips and dip.
Crockpots are great for parties in a pinch.
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I make Buffalo Wings and a Buffalo Chicken Dip with Fritos Scoops, both are always huge hits.
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salsa and cheese melted with fritos to dip in it..cut up fruit and fruit dip
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Parties warm up when the food is warm. Chicken wings or meatballs can go from frozen to partyfood with little stress on the hostess. We love the warm cheese/salsa and spinach dips to go with the scoops.
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My party in a pinch would involve chips, music, dips and any other last minute-this-was-all-I-could-find-in-the-cupboard treats (you know, Fruit Snacks, saltine crackers, dried up raisins *giggle*snort..makes ya want to come right over ‘eh?)
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I almost always have chips and salsa on hand not to mention a few bottles of wine
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We’ve always got a variety of cheese, crackers, chips, dips and fruit at our house so we can always make some quick snacks.
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I make nachos as they are quick and easy and everyone likes them. You can put as much or as little as you want (depending on what is in the house)
A hot dip made with cream cheese, no-bean chili, and shredded Mexican cheese.
Chips,dips,salsa and some cut up veggies are allways great in a pinch.Super easy.
Chex Mix is super yummy at a party!
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I keep frozen meatballs, cheese sticks, etc. on hand for quick party food.
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my party in a pinch is always, always offer the basics such as chips & Dip and fruit sliced up. Easy as that and it doesn’t cost very much money either! Thanks for a great givaway
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If someone is coming by, and offers to bring a dish (dip or appetizer) and let them and tell them I appreciate it. You can never have too much food at a party!
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My party in a pinch is ordering Jet’s Pizza and Turbo breadsticks.
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I go down to the local Rancho Market where they have homemade guacamole for like $3 a pound. It’s great with TOSTITOS! And I always have a box of brownie mix in the cupboard.
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music chips and bean /chili dip with salsa tis a must
My party in a pinch tip is to just smile and keep calm. If you’re having fun, your guests will have more fun!
canned chili in the crockpot and lots of salsa and chips
Fast appetizers I make up- veggie & cheese trays with dips, and deviled eggs- always a crowd pleaser.
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the day before I cook, I always chop up all my veggies the day before, and throw them in the fridge! This saves me some major time!
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I love making spinach and artichoke dip in a bread bowl. It seems like everyone enjoys it and ti’s hearty enough to making it more filling than just regular chips and dip.
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i always keep things in the freezer that can be heated quick, my sons are always bring kids home and you know how teenagers can eat. its just alot easier on me to keep things in the freezer and i always have chips and dip on hand too.
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Cheese and crackers, chips and dips, punch, pop or mixed drinks. Sounds like a party!
You can’t go wrong with lots of snack foods, good music, and age appropriate games!
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Tip: spread cream cheese on salami slices, cut into strips, roll up each one and place on a Ritz cracker! They are called PinWheels!
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Always have chips & salsa handy & a fridge full of cold bevs doesn’t hurt either…;)
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cold cuts, rolls, chips and dip, or salsa, work well for the little cheerleaders that are always dropping by!!!
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Lots of little snacks and appetizers. Chips and many kinds of dip, finger sandwiches, stuff like that always make it look like you did lots of planning when you really didnt!
I keep a few quick foods in the freezer – pizza, bagel bites, chicken nuggets. Also, when I make cookies I double the batch and freeze half the dough in a roll. Then all I have to do is slice them and stick them in the oven.
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We just always keep the tostada chips on hand and also a jar of salsa and the cheese conqueso. They dont expire quickly so when neighbors are over or a good family movie is available….voila’…we have a great hot dip when mixed! GReat for cold nights and hearty snack appetites!
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I just grab some cheese, crackers, and wine from the cupboard and fridge and make do!
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I make a layered zesty Taco Dip that is easy to make and everybody loves it!
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My party in a pinch tip is to grab some pretzels and beer, that keeps most people happy!
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Microwave popcorn and frozen juice to drink.
Frozen appetizers that can be popped in the oven at anytime and a supply of soda and beer in the spare fridge
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I always try to keep pretzels, chips, dip , and even some popcorn on hand. Nachos and cheese is another one
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I keep frozen appetizers in the freezer and always have bottles of wine around
My party in a pinch tip is a couple of bags of Lays Potato Chips, some dip and a couple of 2 liter Cokes!
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I always keep lots of dips and salsas on hand. We generally have chips and tortillas on hand so there’s something to snack on at all times.
I always keep a few things on hand in case we have unexpected guests! Chips, cheese, and salsa can go a long way!
Velveta cheese dip and tortilla chips!
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My tip is to take all your left over pasta, canned foods, and leftover anything and make a quick meal!
I love chips and dip or chips and salsa. I also love having a cheese tray, thanks!
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Artichoke & jalapeno dip & Krinkle cut chips from Costco.
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Always keep a crockpot or slow cooker full of Chili for Football fans- its great on hotdogs, by itself, or served with buttered Garlic bread toast
My pantry always has items for a party in a pinch. Pretzels, chips, fritoes, torito chips, and in my fridge are salsa and dips.
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Pinch or not, some of our favs are so easy……take a chunk of cream cheese(lite) and pour a jar of shrimp cocktail(I use 1 jar of shrimp in sauce & 1 can shrimp, mixed) chutney, salsa, jam(I use something fancy like onion or pepper, fruits ok too), even Pickapeppa Sauce works well. Serve with chips or crackers(I like Ritz) and you’re ready to go. Yummy giveaway, thanks!
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Chips and snacks of course but also appetizers that can be heated and served.
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My party in a pinch would be to always have some easy to make pizza items on hand for that unexpected guest that comes over. And of course some FritoLay snack products in the pantry.
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If you have drinks, sour cream, soup mix and chips on hand, you can throw a party together very quickly!!
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1 can of Chilli, 1 cream cheese – microwave & stir together and serve with some scoops!! YUMMY!!
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When I bake cookies I always make extra and free some pre-portioned dough balls so I can bake up a fresh batch any time!
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My party in a pinch tip is to go with snacks (pretzels, crackers, chips, and so forth) instead of doing an all out meal.
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My party in a pinch is chips, dip, and other convenience foods — quick and easy to make, serve, and clean up
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I always try to keep some Frito Lay snacks in the house, so i would pull them out, and some cheese & other fingers like foods I may have in the house & turn on some music or pop in a good movie & let the fun begin!
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i’m a big believer in getting a pizza…everyone likes pizza!
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I have some cookies which are frozen which I can pull out and thaw pretty quickly
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My house is never without chips and the makings for dips. There’s always a stocked bar too. Add friends, and voila : party in a pinch!
My best partying planning tip in a pinch is to always have some beer and wine extra laying around, because even a terrible party can be fun with booze!
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I always have a few boxes of brownie mix and hot chocolate in the pantry for quick parties or for snowy days
Party in a pinch is usually pizza and wings.
I always have a box of frozen appetizers in the freezer for a last minute get-together!
My party in a pinch has cut up fresh veggies & fruits, chips, pretzels, dips and drinks. Nice & easy!
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Honestly, my party in a pinch usually involves pizza!
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I always keep goat cheese, crackers and wine on hand for last minute “parties”.
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Keeping a can of nacho cheese soup on hand works great, that, salsa, and chips makes anything kicked up a notch.
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I make something – anything – in the breadmaker. When the house smells like delicious food, everybody is set for a great time
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I go with the old standby of Rotel dip (Velveeta cheese melted with Rotel tomatoes mixed in) and tortilla chips.
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