Quick Appetizer: White Cheddar Dip

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If you're like me, you're always interested in finding an appetizer that is both quick and yes, appetizing!  I'm also grateful if it only has a few ingredients that I can remember while I'm at the market on the way home!  This white cheddar dip is exactly that - 5 ingredients - quick and delicious.  If you have tree nut allergies, simply omit the walnuts - it will still be wonderful.  The pairing of sharp white cheddar with just a bit of cayenne pepper gives it a savory kick.  And, speaking of pairings, this dip is fantastic for a wine tasting - whether you're serving whites or reds - 
 . . . or a tailgate, . . . or a pool party, . . . or impressing your friends at a potluck -- you get the idea!

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INGREDIENTS
  • 10 oz. [300g] sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6-8 green onions (scallions), chopped
  • 1/4 c [40g] walnuts, finely chopped
  • 1/2 c [120mL] mayonnaise
  • 1/4 teaspoon [1.25mL] ground red cayenne pepper

DIRECTIONS

  1. Mix all ingredients together in medium bowl.
  2. Refrigerate at least one hour to marry flavors together. 
  3. Serve with crackers, flatbread or pita chips

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Quick Appetizer: Artichoke Dip

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Need a quick appetizer for guests?  This is definitely my go-to recipe, and the first one I teach everyone to make for parties. This dip has only 4 ingredients, and can be heated in the microwave or oven!  Better yet, you can serve it in a bowl or bread round, and the scooped out bread can sub for crackers. Enjoy!

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INGREDIENTS

  • 1  10oz. jar marinated artichoke hearts [283g]
  • 3/4 c. mayonnaise [140g]
  • 1 c. Swiss cheese, shredded [90g]
  • 5 green onions (scallions), chopped
  • paprika (optional topping)
  • crackers or bread round for serving

DIRECTIONS

  1. Drain and dice artichoke hearts
  2. In a medium bowl, combine artichokes, mayo, shredded cheese and green onions
  3. Spoon mixture into bread round or microwave/oven safe serving bowl
  4. Sprinkle top of dip with paprika, if desired
  5. Microwave dip on high until hot and cheese is melted or cook in 350 degree [177C] oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbling.

Options: Add drained, chopped spinach or lump crabmeat to change it up!

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