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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 palomino's dungeness crab and marinated artichoke dip

Palomino's Dungeness Crab and Marinated Artichoke Dip

Made with crackers or thin bread slices, bread crumbs, butter or margarine, parsley, fresh rosemary, fresh basil, fresh thyme, fresh oregano, fresh...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dave and buster's margherita pizza dip

Dave And Buster's Margherita Pizza Dip

Made with basil pesto, butter, garlic, Roma tomatoes, basil, seasoned salt or salt, chunky tomato sauce, black pepper, Boursin cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for meatball fondue

Meatball Fondue

Made with onion, bread crumbs, cheddar cheese, tomato paste, red wine vinegar, honey, dry mustard, Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for gone in 60 seconds cheese spread

Gone In 60 Seconds Cheese Spread

Made with jalapeno jelly, green onion, pecans, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Cheddar cheese


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for halibut pate

Halibut Pate

Made with lemon, parsley, peppercorns, cream cheese, lemon juice, onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for texas roadhouse queso

Texas Roadhouse Queso

Made with cream of mushroom soup, Roma tomato, butter, flour, sea salt, milk, muenster cheese, jalapeno pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker spinach, crab and artichoke dip

Slow Cooker Spinach, Crab And Artichoke Dip

Made with hot pepper sauce, frozen chopped spinach, cream cheese, artichoke hearts, crab meat

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for carrabba's italian butter

Carrabba's Italian Butter

Made with olive oil, garlic, oregano, basil, rosemary, kosher salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for buffalo cheese spread

Buffalo Cheese Spread

Made with margarine or butter, cream cheese, hot sauce, sharp Cheddar cheese, blue cheese


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for maple walnut raisin cream cheese

Maple Walnut Raisin Cream Cheese

Made with cinnamon, maple flavoring, cream cheese, walnuts, raisins, water, dark brown sugar


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker jimmy dean cheese dip

Slow Cooker Jimmy Dean Cheese Dip

This cheese dip combines Jimmy Dean sausage with Cheez Whiz, cheese soup, and green chiles for a savory and rich appetizer. Conveniently prepared in a crock pot, serve...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for liverwurst spread

Liverwurst Spread

Slather this creamy liverwurst spread on crackers or cocktail bread for a snack or party appetizer.


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mi tierra's tex-mex chile con queso

Mi Tierra's Tex-Mex Chile con Queso

Made with extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, processed cheese product, heavy cream, tomato, yellow onion, jalapeno, tortilla chips

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spam dip

Spam Dip

Made with fresh cilantro, onion, celery, cream cheese, Spam, Worcestershire sauce, salsa, cayenne pepper, green bell peppers


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for slow cooker blt dip

Slow Cooker BLT Dip

Craving a blend of classic flavors in dip form? This BLT masterpiece takes all the best things about the quintessential sandwich and serves it in a bowl.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for crab meat pizza dip

Crab Meat Pizza Dip

Made with parsley, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, mayonnaise, onion, chili sauce, crab meat


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for jimmy dean dip

Jimmy Dean Dip

Made with tortilla chips, cream cheese, Rotel tomatoes, sausage

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for possum dip

Possum Dip

Made with corn chips, milk, ground beef, ranch style beans, tomatoes with green chilies, onion, garlic powder, salt and pepper, mild Mexican-flavored process cheese product

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brandy gouda dip

Brandy Gouda Dip

Made with brandy, Gouda cheese, sour cream, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for 8-layer mexican dip - no meat version

8-Layer Mexican Dip - No Meat Version

Made with ripe olives, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, guacamole, taco seasoning mix, salsa, lettuce, green onions


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chicken and ham sandwich spread

Chicken and Ham Sandwich Spread

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, chicken breast, ham, heavy cream, scallion


Time:   1-2 hours

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 american fondue

American Fondue

This is a rich, cheesy, and oh-so-easy fondue! Fun for parties and kids. Can also be prepared on the stovetop and kept warm in a crock pot.


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recipe for chicken cheese dip

Chicken Cheese Dip

Made with Parmesan cheese, chopped, cooked chicken, mayonnaise, green onions, dried basil, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, Swiss cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hot brie dip

Hot Brie Dip

Made with onion, garlic, Brie cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper, bread

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chili and chicken cheesecake

Chili and Chicken Cheesecake

Made with green chiles, chicken-flavored bouillon granules, water, cream cheese, chili powder, hot sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper, eggs, chicken

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for hot artichoke and asiago cheese dip

Hot Artichoke And Asiago Cheese Dip

Made with fresh parsley, roasted peppers, cream cheese, Asiago cheese, artichoke hearts, garlic, roasted red peppers, fresh mushrooms, green onions, French bread or...

Method:   oven, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mock oyster dip

Mock Oyster Dip

Made with Tabasco sauce, frozen chopped broccoli, mushrooms, onion, butter, cream of mushroom soup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic cheese, almonds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for carlos and charlie's tuna dip

Carlos and Charlie's Tuna Dip

Made with tortilla chips, cilantro, canned tuna, pickled jalapenos, onion, mayonnaise


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for smokey salmon ball

Smokey Salmon Ball

Made with fresh parsley, pecans, liquid smoke, salt, horseradish, onions, lemon juice, cream cheese, canned salmon


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker beer cheese fondue

Slow Cooker Beer Cheese Fondue

Made with sliced jalapeno peppers, flour, chili powder, Monterey jack cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, beer, garlic, green chiles

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spinach, cheddar, and bacon dip baked in a bread bowl

Spinach, Cheddar, And Bacon Dip Baked In A Bread Bowl

Made with French, Italian or pumpernickel bread, Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, dill weed, bacon, onion, fresh spinach

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for honey mustard dip with sour cream

Honey Mustard Dip With Sour Cream

Versatile and easy to prepare, this honey mustard dip blends creamy sour cream, sharp Dijon mustard, and sweet honey. Ideal for dipping fresh veggies, pretzels, or as...


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for boston bean dip

Boston Bean Dip

Made with chili sauce, dry mustard powder, salt, red kidney beans, garlic, onion, mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, black pepper


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for train wreck

Train Wreck

Made with cream cheese, cocktail shrimp, cocktail sauce, Wheat Thin crackers


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for baked fiesta spinach dip

Baked Fiesta Spinach Dip

Made with pecans, black olives, onion, vegetable oil, salsa, frozen chopped spinach, monterey jack cheese, cream cheese, light cream

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for old fashioned chip dip

Old Fashioned Chip Dip

Made with onion, cream cheese, ketchup, mustard, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salad dressing


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker artichoke and cheese dip

Slow Cooker Artichoke And Cheese Dip

Made with artichoke hearts, Mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, onions

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for braunsweiger dip (poor mans pate)

Braunsweiger Dip (Poor Mans Pate)

Made with Tabasco sauce, liverwurst, onions, prepared mustard, cream cheese


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat ruby tuesday's spinach y queso dip

Copycat Ruby Tuesday's Spinach Y Queso Dip

This rich dip is no longer on the menu at Ruby Tuesday but that doesn't mean you have to miss out. This spinach dip is always a hit at parties.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for avocado-chicken dip

Avocado-Chicken Dip

Made with chunk-style chicken,, avocado, tomato, onion, pickled jalapeno peppers, garlic, sour cream, milk, mayonnaise or salad dressing

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cheddar cheese chutney crab dip

Cheddar Cheese Chutney Crab Dip

Made with green onions, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, crab meat, chutney, almonds


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hominy hummus

Hominy Hummus

Made with vegetables, radishes, creamed corn, lemon juice, garlic, golden hominy, cumin, cayenne pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spam spread

Spam Spread

Made with salad dressing or mayonnaise, Spam, onion, pickle relish, salt and pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for smoked oyster roll

Smoked Oyster Roll

Made with salt and pepper, smoked oysters, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, onion, garlic, mayonnaise


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for shrimp mousse

Shrimp Mousse

Made with lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, green bell pepper, tomato soup, cream cheese, gelatin, cooked shrimp, mayonnaise, celery, yellow onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for mockamole (mock guacamole with green peas)

Mockamole (Mock Guacamole With Green Peas)

Made with frozen green peas, cumin, onion, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt and ground black pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for caviar cheesecake

Caviar Cheesecake

Made with lemon extract, breadcrumbs, butter, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, eggs, onion

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chipped beef dip

Chipped Beef Dip

Made with bread, onion, celery seed, dried beef, mayonnaise, sour cream, dill


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tofu dill dip

Tofu Dill Dip

A tasty and healthy alternative to traditional dips. This creamy blend features soft tofu, fresh cucumber, and zesty lemon juice, spiced up with dried dill and garlic powder.


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for traditional salsa

Traditional Salsa

Made with hot pepper sauce, lime juice, vinegar, salt, tomatoes, green onions, jalapeno peppers, garlic, cilantro

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for seafood pate

Seafood Pate

Made with non-stick cooking spray, dry sherry, dried fines herbes, unflavored gelatin, water, shrimp, salmon, Neufchatel cheese, plain yogurt, celery

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for lobster spread

Lobster Spread

Made with black pepper, salt, mayonnaise, lobster meat, lemon or lime juice, fresh parsley, basil, or cilantro, onion, capers


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for avocado crab dip

Avocado Crab Dip

Made with frozen crab meat, avocados, lemon juice, cream cheese, green onions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes




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