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Dips and Spreads

Dips and Spreads

Popular dip and sandwich spread recipes like artichoke dip, seafood (shrimp, crab, salmon), taco and 7 layer dips and so much more! Go for elegant with a pate recipe or serve up some spinach dip for tailgating. Many recipes can be made in advance, under 30 minutes, or even in a crock pot.



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recipe for creamy vanilla dip

Creamy Vanilla Dip

Made with whipped topping, vanilla pudding mix, milk, sour cream


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for rotel cream cheese dip

Rotel Cream Cheese Dip

Made with shrimp, salt, cream cheese, diced tomatoes with green chiles, garlic


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for white bean dip with cumin tortilla chips

White Bean Dip With Cumin Tortilla Chips

Made with garlic, great northern beans, fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, serrano chile, salt

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for roast beef spread

Roast Beef Spread

Made with salt and pepper, roast beef, cream cheese, garlic, onion, parsley


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for avocado salsa dip

Avocado Salsa Dip

Made with salt, garlic, lime juice, avocado, tomatoes, onion, fresh cilantro, Serrano or other hot chili pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for fabulous chicken jalapeno dip

Fabulous Chicken Jalapeno Dip

Made with jalapeno pepper, red bell pepper, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, olive oil, cream cheese, milk, mayonnaise

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for creamy tuna dip with dill

Creamy Tuna Dip With Dill

Made with mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic salt, white pepper, cream cheese, dill weed, green onions, tuna, lemon juice, vegetables


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for mexican dipping sauce

Mexican Dipping Sauce

A fusion of mayonnaise, grainy mustard, and green salsa, accented with a hint of lemon and garlic, this Mexican dipping sauce brings a multi-layered taste that complements a wide...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for molten cheese and sausage (queso fundido con chorizo)

Molten Cheese And Sausage (Queso Fundido Con Chorizo)

Picture this: rich, molten cheese mingling with savory chorizo, paired with perfectly crisp tortilla chips. If that doesn't sound like a good time...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for catfish pate

Catfish Pate

Made with crackers or Melba toasts, pecans, parsley, catfish fillets, cream cheese, onion, lemon, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   smoker
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for quick vegetarian chili-con-queso

Quick Vegetarian Chili-Con-Queso

Made with tomatoes, pinto beans, red kidney beans, garbanzo beans, hominy, tomato paste, green chiles, onion, zucchini, chili powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for dump dip

Dump Dip

Made with paprika, cheese, green onions, mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped green chilies, Mexican corn


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sausage-bean dip casserole

Sausage-Bean Dip Casserole

Made with Cheddar or taco cheese, Italian sausage, refried beans, picante sauce, hot green salsa

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for the border grill's cinco de mayo guacamole

The Border Grill's Cinco De Mayo Guacamole

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, limes, cilantro, Haas avocados, red onion, jalapenos


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for corn salsa with cumin

Corn Salsa with Cumin

Made with plum tomatoes, green onions, corn, olive oil, ground cumin, jalapeno peppers, water, lime juice, fresh cilantro

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for buckhead colorado steakhouse spinach and artichoke dip

Buckhead Colorado Steakhouse Spinach And Artichoke Dip

Made with oil, red onion, artichoke hearts and bottoms, mayonnaise, sour cream, monterey jack cheese, lemon juice, garlic, hot cayenne pepper...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for caramel apple delight

Caramel Apple Delight

Made with apples, cream cheese, caramel ice cream topping


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chipotle restaurant style guacamole

Chipotle Restaurant Style Guacamole

Made with garlic, salt, avocado, red onion, lime, jalapeno, cilantro


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for christmas confetti dip

Christmas Confetti Dip

Made with zucchini, red bell pepper, sour cream, dry ranch-style salad dressing mix, cucumber, carrot


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for creamy hot shrimp dip

Creamy Hot Shrimp Dip

This shrimp dip is the perfect appetizer for your next party. It's creamy, hot, and full of flavor. Dress it up by adding salad shrimp, if desired.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cold shrimp dip

Cold Shrimp Dip

Made with Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, onion, chili sauce, mayonnaise, shrimp, cream cheese


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for spinach-leek dip in a round crusty bread

Spinach-Leek Dip In A Round Crusty Bread

Made with round crusty bread, leek soup mix, fresh spinach, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, green onions


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for bastrop louisiana caviar

Bastrop Louisiana Caviar

Made with tortilla chips, Italian salad dressing, garlic, onions, blackeyed peas, green bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, pimento


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for swiss and cheddar baked reuben dip

Swiss And Cheddar Baked Reuben Dip

Made with sauerkraut, corned beef, Cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, mayonnaise, cocktail rye bread

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for quick guacamole-spinach dip

Quick Guacamole-Spinach Dip

Made with tomato, dry guacamole dip mix, cream cheese, frozen chopped spinach


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tuna horseradish dip with pita triangles

Tuna Horseradish Dip With Pita Triangles

Made with pita triangles, cayenne, tuna, plain yogurt, mayonnaise, onion, horseradish, fresh parsley


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for clams casino dip with bacon

Clams Casino Dip With Bacon

Made with bacon, clams, white clam sauce, butter, onion, cracker crumbs, bread crumbs

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tangerine habanero salsa

Tangerine Habanero Salsa

The perfect sweet and spicy salsa, with a bit of an Asian flair. Serve with grilled fish or seafood, or with tortilla chips as an appetizer.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for italian eggplant spread

Italian Eggplant Spread

Made with crushed red pepper, cumin, fresh oregano, eggplants, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for bbq chicken and corn dip

BBQ Chicken And Corn Dip

Made with corn chips, corn, onion powder, boneless, skinless chicken, salt and pepper, barbecue sauce, onion, garlic powder

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for margarita salsa

Margarita Salsa

Made with cilantro, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, orange bell peppers, yellow bell peppers, tomatoes, whole jalapenos, Anaheim peppers, fresh pineapple, fresh raspberries


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for pinto bean hummus with pinto-feta-mint relish

Pinto Bean Hummus With Pinto-Feta-Mint Relish

Made with black pepper, tahini, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, pinto beans, scallion, feta cheese, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for gourmet seafood cocktail sauce

Gourmet Seafood Cocktail Sauce

Made with canned tomato puree, celery seed, chili sauce, ketchup, prepared horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, sea salt, lemon juice, black pepper, cayenne pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for catahoula's savory crabmeat cheesecake

Catahoula's Savory Crabmeat Cheesecake

Made with butter or margarine, olive oil, onion, celery, green bell pepper, roasted red peppers, green onions, cream cheese, smoked Gouda cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for brown sugar and honey mustard spread

Brown Sugar And Honey Mustard Spread

Made with brown sugar, Dijon mustard, honey


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for white cheddar and jalapeno spread

White Cheddar And Jalapeno Spread

Made with hot pepper sauce, salt, white cheddar cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, scallions, jalapeno peppers, lemon juice, white pepper


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for old english cheese spread

Old English Cheese Spread

Made with milk, American cheese, brown mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, spicy vegetable juice, tomato juice, prepared horseradish, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for barbecue ranch chicken dip

Barbecue Ranch Chicken Dip

Made with green onions, red bell peppers, cream cheese, barbecue sauce, grilled chicken breast strips, ranch salad dressing

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for salty senorita's fundido dip

Salty Senorita's Fundido Dip

Made with celery, jicama, tortilla chips, onions, jalapeno, olive oil, pepper jack cheese, milk, pico de gallo

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cajun salmon spread

Cajun Salmon Spread

Made with salmon, Cajun spice, tofu, lemon juice, roasted red pepper, dill, green onions


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for warm and creamy bacon dip

Warm And Creamy Bacon Dip

Made with green onions, sour cream, bacon bits, sharp Cheddar cheese, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for creamy spinach dip boat

Creamy Spinach Dip Boat

Made with cream cheese, egg bread loaf, light sour cream, black pepper, margarine-butter blend, garlic, onion, frozen spinach

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for avocado bacon dip

Avocado Bacon Dip

Made with salt and pepper, lime juice, avocado, sour cream, bacon, green onion, garlic


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked shrimp dip

Baked Shrimp Dip

Made with paprika, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, salad shrimp, garlic powder

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for oyster rockefeller dip

Oyster Rockefeller Dip

Made with anchovy paste, lemon juice, parsley, frozen chopped spinach, oysters, green onions, celery, margarine, Worcestershire sauce, bread crumbs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spaghetti dip

Spaghetti Dip

Made with green bell pepper, spaghetti sauce mix, cottage cheese, milk, lemon


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mushroom hazelnut pate

Mushroom Hazelnut Pate

Made with vegetable oil, black pepper, hazelnuts, butter, onion, garlic, mushrooms, salt, thyme

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for reuben casserole dip

Reuben Casserole Dip

Made with Swiss cheese, corned beef, Thousand Island salad dressing, sauerkraut

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked chili cream cheese dip

Baked Chili Cream Cheese Dip

Made with Mexican cheese, cream cheese, chili with beans, salsa

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sonora cafe guacamole

Sonora Cafe Guacamole

Made with garlic, dried Mexican oregano, avocados, red onion, cilantro, red bell pepper, tomato, lime juice, olive oil, jalapeno pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for baltimore's best hot crab dip

Baltimore's Best Hot Crab Dip

Made with sour cream, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning, white bread, backfin crab meat, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheddar pretzel dip

Cheddar Pretzel Dip

Made with yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, Cheddar cheese, garlic, salt, cream cheese, butter


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for smoked tuna dip

Smoked Tuna Dip

Made with liquid smoke, horseradish, salt, tuna, cream cheese, onion, lemon juice, sour cream


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for provolone and pesto layered cheese torte

Provolone And Pesto Layered Cheese Torte

Made with baguettes or crackers, pine nuts, provolone cheese, cream cheese, butter, garlic, pesto, sun-dried tomatoes


Time:   2-5 hours




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