The Super Bowl of Dips

Guacamole

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Perfect.  Is there such a thing?  (Anyone who scored a 1600 on the SAT need not reply.)  Dictionary.com defines it as “conforming absolutely to the description or definition of an ideal type” and “excellent or complete beyond practical or theoretical improvement.”  This actually makes me feel better and liberated because OMG, who is all of that?  I will admit, I strive for perfection and then I wonder why I am disappointed or feel like I am banging my head against a wall.  A house project that is not quite right; a class and students (and teacher) that haven’t found their rhythm; a work project and client (and consultant) that aren’t quite in sync.  Yet.  That’s the perfectionist in me – still trying, still fighting, still striving, still trying to get in control (still banging my head against a wall). 

Do you think the players in the Super Bowl strive for perfection?  Or is “their best” and “just good enough” acceptable?  Do you know what is perfect with a chip?  A dip.  Do you know what is best eaten while watching the Super Bowl?  A dip.  Do you know what is good enough to eat on days other than the Super Bowl?  A dip.

Here are some of my favorite dips.  They are perfect if you follow the recipes exactly.  Haha.

• Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
• Guacamole Deconstructed
• Black Bean, Corn, and Feta Dip
• Queso Compuesto
• Mexican Layered Dip
• Shrimp Ceviche Cocktail

Shrimp Ceviche Cocktail

Happy birthday (early) Claire!  May it be your best one yet!