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
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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Instant Refried Beans Mix or Bean Dip Mix
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
Egg Salad Dip
Up your snack game with this egg salad dip recipe. Using the simple goodness of hard-boiled eggs, this dip is enriched with the creaminess of mayonnaise and a kick of horseradish.
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
Chili Powder Salsa
Fresh, homemade salsa with a kick is good for so much more than just tortilla chip dipping. Add to breakfast tacos, spread on quesadillas, or use as a burger topping.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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Braunschweiger Ball
Made with Worcestershire sauce, Braunschweiger, cream cheese, green onions, milk
Time: over 5 hours
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
Tuna Tartare
Skip overpriced restaurant tuna tartare and make it at home. Tuna, avocado, and jalapeno, flavored with a kick of wasabi and served on wonton crisps makes an absolutely killer appetizer.
Time: 1-2 hours
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
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
Roasted Red Pepper, Feta And White Bean Dip
A more redeemable option to balance out all those quesos and buffalo chicken dips. It's packed with protein from the cannellini beans and full of flavor...
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Pina Colada Fruit Dip
Simple, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this pina colada fruit dip is the perfect accompaniment to your favorite fresh fruits.
Time: 1-2 hours
Thick And Chunky Guacamole
Thick and chunky is the way to go with guacamole. This recipe adds a little picante sauce for a fiery touch, but you could also opt for a diced jalapeno.
Time: 2-5 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
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
Baileys Irish Cream Fruit Dip
Make fresh fruit a festive affair with this Baileys Irish cream fruit dip. It's where sophistication meets sweetness in a bowl, no cocktail attire required!
Time: under 30 minutes
Texas Caviar With Black-Eyed Peas And Corn
Made with shoepeg corn, olive oil, diced green chilies, scallions, celery, cider vinegar, lime, Rotel tomatoes, fresh cilantro, Tabasco or cayenne
Time: 2-5 hours
Cranberry Delight Cream Cheese Spread
Everyone always seems to go with savory snack spreads, so this sweet cream cheese dip is an easy way to stand out from the crowd.
Time: 1-2 hours
Cheddar Beer Cheesecake
Made with butter, egg yolk, sharp cheddar cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon rind
Method: oven
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
Green And Black Olive Tapenade
Made with black pepper, olive oil, italian parsley, green olives, black olives, orange zest, lemon zest, anchovy fillets, garlic
Time: under 30 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
Mashed Potato Fondue
This tasty twist on fondue mixes mashed potatoes with creamy cheese. Serve with a variety of dippers.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Zucchini Salsa
Diced zucchini adds a cool and refreshing element to this zesty salsa. Serve with chips or as a condiment on your favorite Tex-Mex meal.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Classic Guacamole
You can't go wrong with a good, traditional bowl of guacamole. This guac has just the right balance of flavors and texture.
Time: 1-2 hours
Chipotle Queso
This queso doesn't mess around! Two kinds of cheese are melted with dark beer, and chopped chipotle peppers are stirred in to heat things up.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Chocolate Fondue
Who needs a fancy fondue pot? Just fire up the crock pot. This rich chocolate fondue is perfect with cake, fruit, cookies, or other dippers (try marshmallows!)
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Cilantro Jalapeno Hummus
We don't ever get tired of hummus, but it's always nice to try new kinds. Especially when they're as flavorful as this cilantro jalapeno variety with garlic, lime and spicy...
Time: under 30 minutes
Homemade Pico de Gallo
Whip up some homemade pico de gallo with fresh tomatoes, jalapeno, lime juice, red onion, and cilantro. This simple recipe is perfect for adding a zesty kick to your favorite...
Time: 1-2 hours
Goat Cheese, Spinach, and Artichoke Dip
This upscale version of spinach-artichoke dip is made with goat cheese instead of the more commonly used cream cheese in other recipes.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Southwestern Cheesecake
Made with tortilla chips, salsa, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, taco seasoning mix, eggs, green chiles
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Chips-In-The-Dip Mayo Clam Dip
You read that right, there are chips IN this dip. The crushed potato chips give a little texture and a light salty flavor to this otherwise savory clam dip.
Time: 1-2 hours
New Mexican Salsa
Good salsa is all about fresh, so when you see the ingredient list you know this one's a winner. If you prefer a salsa with a bit of a kick, leave some of the seeds from the jalapenos...
Time: 1-2 hours
Frito Lay-Style Bean Dip
Serve up this Frito Lay style bean dip at your next party or movie night. Perfect with your favorite chips. Add more jalapenos or cayenne for a spicier dip.
Time: 1-2 hours
Creamy Chocolate Spread
No shortage of uses for this delicious spread, and it's easy enough to make with kids. Throw it on toast, throw it on pancakes, throw it straight on a spoon.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Braunschweiger Sour Cream Dip
Made with braunschweiger, sour cream, onion soup mix, Worcestershire sauce, fresh parsley, hard-cooked egg
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker White Pizza Fondue
This recipe uses ricotta cheese which gives it a richer and more dense consistency, perfect for heartier dippers like Italian bread slices.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Picante Sauce
This picante sauce made with simmered tomato, onion, and jalapeno is awesome with tortilla chips or great on burritos and quesadillas.
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Lauren's Cheese Fondue
Lauren knows a thing or two about cheese, which is why she picked a blend of Gruyere and Emmental for this fondue.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Warm Spinach, Artichoke And Portobello Mushroom Dip
A warm dip made with spinach, marinated artichoke hearts, portobello mushrooms, herbs and seasonings, sour cream, and three kinds of cheese.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Honey Double-Mustard Dip
Made with Dijon mustard, vegetable oil, honey, dry mustard
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Chunky Guacamole Verde
This guacamole uses green salsa (made with tomatillos) instead of the traditional tomato salsa. The green salsa gives it a little extra tart bite that pairs well with salty...
Time: under 30 minutes
Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dip
This creamy dip tastes like pumpkin pie. You can substitute fat-free or low-fat cream cheese in it if you wish for a lower fat snack.
Time: 1-2 hours
Fast and Easy French Onion Dip
Fast, easy and low in fat. This simple dip is made with non-fat sour cream, fat-free mayo, and gets its extra onion-y flavor from green onions, onion soup mix, and dried...
Time: 1-2 hours
Chips With Cold Clam Dip
This creamy clam dip with a hint of tabasco is irresistible on chips or crackers.
Time: 2-5 hours
Craisin Cream Cheese Spread
This cream cheese spread is perfect for when you're feeling a bit fanciful. It's great on toast, bagels, or crackers.
Time: under 30 minutes
Lentil Hummus
Experience a unique twist on a classic dip with this recipe for lentil hummus. Made with protein-packed lentils, this recipe packs a flavorful punch. Serve it with pita wedges or veggies...
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Some roasted red pepper adds tremendous flavor and color to hummus. A drizzle of good quality olive oil, a dash of smoked paprika on top? You've got a gourmet dip on your...
Time: under 30 minutes
Low-Fat Shrimp and Crab Dip
A tasty dip that calls for brining the shrimp first to add extra flavor and tenderize it a bit. Also contains imitation crab, green onions, yogurt, and cream cheese.
Time: 2-5 hours
Beer Dip
A beer dip that'll be different with every brew you try. A lager beer, not too heavy or too light, is a safe choice to play nice with the sharp flavor of cheddar.
Time: 2-5 hours
Truffle Aioli French Fry Dipping Sauce
A dipping sauce that is both luxurious and uncomplicated. The truffle oil adds a layer of sophistication to the creamy mayonnaise, making this an ideal pairing...
Time: under 30 minutes
Veggie Crudites With Three Dips
Fun fact: you can call raw, sliced veggies "crudites" and make your food seem twice as fancy without lifting a finger.
Time: under 30 minutes
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