Spicy Grilled Corn Salad

4 Ears Corn - Grilled - Cut Kernals off stalk (or 1 package 16 oz. frozen corn, thawed)
4 tbsp Butter
2 tbsp EVOO
1/4 Red Onion - Diced
1/4 Cup Cilantro - Chopped
1/4 Cup Mexican Crema
1 tsp Hot Chili Powder
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1/4 Cup Cotija Cheese - Crumbled
4 tbsp Mayonaise
1 Lime - Zest + Juice
1 tsp Aleppo Pepper Flakes (optional)

In a large pan over med/high heat add the butter & evoo.  Melt together.  Add the corn and onion.  Sautee about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

While that's on the stove in a large bowl, combine crema, chili powder, paprika, mayo & lime.

Add the corn mixture to the bowl.  Stir to combine.  Add in the cilantro, cotija cheese and pepper flakes.

Serve w/ tortilla chips.

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Garlic & Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Ingredients:
3 Cans Garbanzo Beans – Drained & Rinsed
5 Cloves Garlic
½ tsp. Cumin
¼ cup Parsley – Use the stems as well as leaves
A few drops of Toasted Sesame Oil
1 tsp. Lemon Juice
½ cup Roasted Red Peppers
1 tsp. Salt
½ tsp Pepper
EVOO

Directions:
Place beans, garlic, parsley, peppers in food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped. Add in cumin, sesame oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper. Turn on food processor and as it’s blending, slowly add in EVOO until a smooth blend. May be a little chunky for texture if you like. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve with toasted pita chips or tortilla chips.