Hammy Cheese Ball

1 (8oz) pkg softened cream cheese
1c finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 (4 1/2oz) can deviled ham
1/2 c finely chopped pecans

Mix cheeses with deviled ham until completely mixed. Chill for 2 hours then shape into a ball. Roll in nuts. Serve at room temperature with crackers or mini bread sticks.

Simple Salsa

3 large tomatoes finely chopped
1 red, green, or yellow bell pepper
3 garlic cloves chopped
1/4c fresh chopped cilantro
2 stalks chopped celery
1 drained can black beans or black eyed peas
1/2c corn (frozen, canned, or fresh)

mix and chill at least 10 min.

Ranchish Pretzels

1/2c oil
1 tsp dill
1/4 tsp garlic
1/2 tsp parsley
1 pkg ranch salad dressing mix
1 1lb pkg small pretzels

Combine oil, dill, garlic, parsley, and dressing mix. Add pretzels and stir until all of the pretzels are coated. I shake in a gallon size zipper bag. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.