Made with imitation lobster, lobster tail, velveeta cheese, Swiss cheese, cream of shrimp soup, milk, cayenne pepper, paprika
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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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Copycat Red Lobster's Lobster Fondue
Black Bean and Corn Salsa
Always a hit at parties, this salsa is made with black beans, corn, bell pepper, cilantro, green onions, and a splash of balsamic vinegar and seasonings.
Time: over 5 hours
Cream Cheese Salmon Spread
A party-perfect spread made with smoked salmon, lemon juice, cream cheese, and red onion. Serve with your favorite crackers.
Time: under 30 minutes
Queso Fundido Con Chorizo (Baked Cheese With Mexican Sausage)
Baked mozzarella and gruyere with pan-fried chorizo makes a craveable melty topping to some warm tortillas. Amazing as a queso dip for...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Texas Corn 'n' Black Bean Salsa
Delicious salsa with black beans for something a little more substantial than your typical dip. With a bite from jalapeno, this chunky salsa is great on tortilla chips...
Time: 30-60 minutes
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Onion And Garlic Dip
Forget the store-bought dips, this fresh tasting, creamy dip is much more deserving of your crackers and veggies.
Time: 1-2 hours
Queso Blanco Dip
If you thought cheese couldn't get any better, think again. This queso blanco dip is here to step up your snacking game. With spicy chorizo mingling in the mix, you might want to...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Hot Faux Crab Dip
A creamy dip made with milk, salsa, cream cheese, imitation crab, green onions, and green chiles. Heat it in the crock pot and serve warm with your favorite dippers.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Seven Layer Taco Dip
Refried beans, cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, lettuce, and chopped veggies are topped with cheese and black olives to make a dip you can't stop eating.
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Tuna Sour Cream Dip
This substantial tuna dip gets a shock of heat from horseradish that is awesome on crackers, loaded up into celery sticks, or spread onto rice cakes.
Time: 2-5 hours
Gorgonzola Cheesecake
This is a great, savory party spread. It has a garlic-cornmeal crust that's topped with a rich gorgonzola and cream cheese filling with dollops of roasted garlic throughout.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Dipping Chocolate
Use this easy-to-make dipping chocolate as a coating for all kinds of candies or fruit. You can use milk, dark, semisweet, or bittersweet chocolate.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cajun Cocktail Sauce
This cocktail sauce has just the right proportions of chili sauce, ketchup, and horseradish. It's spicy without being too hot but yet has just the right "bite" to it.
Time: 30-60 minutes
5 Layer Taco Dip
A layered taco dip that brings together creamy layers of bean dip, seasoned sour cream, and fresh toppings. Just right for dipping with tortilla chips.
Time: 2-5 hours
White Pizza Dip
Made with Italian bread, mozzarella cheese, herb and garlic dry soup mix, sour cream, ricotta cheese, pepperoni
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Microwave Salsa
Good, homemade salsa makes such a difference over flavorless store-bought jars. Starting with ripe tomatoes is crucial, so if they're in season then you're on your way to a sensational...
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Eva Longoria's Chunky Guacamole
Eva Longoria has been cooking since she was a little girl and loves whipping up dishes like this. This chunky guacamole is fresh and bright with just the right amount of...
Time: under 30 minutes
Peanut Butter Apple Dip
Made with apples, milk, cream cheese, peanut butter, brown sugar
Time: under 30 minutes
Italian Bread Dip
Serve this pesto-like dip with sliced Italian or French bread.
Time: under 30 minutes
Creamy Picante Dip
Need a last minute party recipe? Try this two-ingredient dip. Just mix, chill, and serve.
Time: 1-2 hours
Chipotle Corn Salsa
Corn salsa is a fun change of pace to pair with tortilla chips or works outstandingly as a topping for homemade burritos and bowls. Check out this recipe with fresh tomatoes and...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
St. Patrick's Day Slow Cooker Dip
Made with garlic powder, milk, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, sour cream, Swiss cheese, deli corned beef, refrigerated sauerkraut
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Spinach Vegetable Dip
A simplified version of spinach dip. Add your own favorite seasonings to change up the flavors.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Instant Refried Beans Mix or Bean Dip Mix
Beans, beans, they're good for your heart - and a whole lot more. This instant refried beans mix packs a punch when it comes to flavor and convenience.
Time: under 30 minutes
3 Bean Dip
Black, kidney, and pinto beans are mixed together with just the right spices to make a party-worthy bean dip.
Time: 1-2 hours
Zesty Guacamole
Guacamole with a zesty twist. This avocado dip has tomatoes, onions, fresh lime, and a pinch of cumin for extra flavor. Perfect with chips or pita.
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Disney's Fiesta Fun Center Nacho Cheese Dip
Recreate the magic of Disney's Fiesta Fun Center with this nacho cheese dip recipe. Experience the creamy, savory blend of cheeses and seasonings...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Best Cottage Cheese Dip
Just four ingredients for a party-ready snack. This cottage and cream cheese is easy, tasty, and surprisingly healthy for how delicious it is. Make sure you make enough!
Time: 2-5 hours
Japanese Ginger Sauce
Boost your meal with this tasty ginger sauce - great for dipping or even drizzling.
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Prairie Fire Dip
A spicy twist on traditional bean dips, this prairie fire dip blends refried beans with Monterey Jack cheese and chili powder. A perfect choice for game day snacking (or...
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Rotel Cheese Dip
This cheese dip is creamy, gooey, and delicious, with subtle chile heat. A must-have at any party, this cheesy dip is quick and simple to make.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Chipotle Blue Cheese Dip
Turn up the flavor with chipotle peppers, creamy mayonnaise, and blue cheese dressing in this tasty dip that's ready to serve with chips.
Time: under 30 minutes
Turkey Spread
Tired of those holiday leftovers? Try this dressed up turkey spread that is delicious as a sandwich or served on crackers.
Time: under 30 minutes
Baked Mexican Dip
This baked cheesy Mexican-flavored dip is always a party hit. It is easy to make, and can be tailored to your liking (try ground turkey for a healthier option).
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Bread Dipping Olive Oil
Infusing the flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and rosemary in olive oil makes an upgraded bread dip you'll get addicted to immediately, in the best way possible.
Time: 1-2 hours
Smoked Salmon Pate
This smoked salmon pate is not only delicious but also super easy to whip up. With a creamy texture and a kick from horseradish, it's perfect on crackers for your next get-together.
Time: under 30 minutes
Basic Chickpea Hummus
If you're new to hummus, this is the perfect recipe for you. It's easy to make and tastes great. This basic recipe can be modified to suit individual tastes.
Time: 1-2 hours
Betty Tosovsky's Cheese Dip
Don't let the ingredient list fool you. The French dressing and cream cheese combo makes an addicting dip for celery and carrots.
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Chili's Skillet Queso
The easiest, cheesiest dip you could imagine. Ground beef, tomatoes, with chiles and Velveeta cheese make up a meaty and substantial queso that's perfect on game day with...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Layered Derby Day Dip
Made with bacon, turkey breast, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, instant chicken bouillon, cayenne pepper, Parmesan cheese, Swiss cheese, tomato
Time: under 30 minutes
Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Hummus
Made with olive oil, garbanzo beans, sun-dried tomato pesto, tahini, garlic
Time: under 30 minutes
Rotel Salsa
A big batch of homemade salsa is always a great thing to have hanging around in the fridge, especially when you throw in fresh lime juice and green onions.
Time: 1-2 hours
Crab Cocktail Sauce
Crab cocktail sauce has a different "tang" than your usual shrimp cocktail sauce to complement the flavor of the crab. Feel free to up the horseradish if you like extra...
Time: under 30 minutes
Easy Salmon And Dill Party Dip
A fancy party snack without the hours of prep! Fresh dill and lemon juice bring a bright flavor to this dip. Try it with crackers or in lettuce wraps for a more...
Time: under 30 minutes
Classic Slow Cooker Reuben Dip
Made with Thousand Island salad dressing, corned beef, sauerkraut, cream cheese, Swiss cheese
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Curried Crab Dip
Made with crabmeat, cream cheese, madras curry powder, mayonnaise, coconut milk, green onions or chives, red bell pepper
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Jalapeno Popper Dip
The tasty flavors of jalapeno poppers turned into a dip. Cream cheese is mixed with mayo, green chiles, jalapenos, and a combination of Mexican and mozzarella cheeses.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Simple Canned Salmon Pate
Canned salmon pate is often overlooked as a culinary delight, but those in the know appreciate its subtle flavor and versatility. Perfect for spreading on crackers or toast...
Time: 2-5 hours
Smoked Salmon Dip
If you're a fan of bagels with cream cheese and lox (and who isn't) you'll go crazy for this dip. It makes a perfect party snack on crackers.
Time: under 30 minutes
Spicy Refried Bean Dip
Picture this: creamy, spiced bean dip that's just begging to pair up with your favorite tortilla chips. Ready to dive into a crowd-pleaser?
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Hot Vidalia Onion Dip
This addicting dip is made with only three ingredients: mayonnaise, Swiss cheese, and onions.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Canned Salsa
A fantastic DIY canned salsa that you'll want to have stocked up all year. Grab the freshest tomatoes in summer and simmer them down with onion, cilantro, and some fiery jalapenos.
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Margarita Guacamole
Splashes of tequila and triple sec or Cointreau add an eye-opening pop to some guac, which is already zesty thanks to fresh jalapeno and cilantro.
Time: under 30 minutes
Seven-Layer Mexican Dip
This seven layer dip has all the classics. Refried beans, sour cream, guacamole... Every bite is different and delicious.
Time: under 30 minutes
A can of cream of mushroom soup can be a real dinner saver. It works great in casseroles and can turn into a sauce or gravy in a pinch.
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Love the spinach dip at restaurants like TGIFriday's and the Olive Garden? Make it at home with these easy-to-follow copycat recipes.







































































