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Taj Mahal Dip

Makes about 2 cups. Either fresh or frozen spinach can be used in this Indian-style dip, and neither needs to be cooked beforehand. However, fresh spinach will give the dip a lighter, brighter shade of pale green, and a fresher taste. 2 teaspoons curry powder, according to taste 1 teaspoon ground cumin, according to taste [...]

Santa Fe Sunset Dip

Makes 2 1/3 cups This Southwestern-style dip is virtually fat-free. It uses a small amount of reduced-fat cream cheese, which has a more satisfying flavor than fat-free cream cheese. 3 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, not packed in     oil (1 package, or about 30) 2 (7 ounce) jars roasted red bell peppers, drained 2 cloves garlic, [...]

Fresh Onion Dip

You have to try this! Hi everyone! I had to share this — made a batch yesterday afternoon, and now thatit’s had a chance to chill and blend, finally got to taste it. You get the sweet taste ofthe onion and then the spark of the spices. Since the Vidalia and Texas 1015 onions are [...]

Mexicali Dip

Makes 1 cup 1 cup canned garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup light sour cream 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 small clove garlic, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste 1 tablespoon light mayonnaise Salt and white pepper, to taste (optional) Tabasco sauce (optional) In a food processor, puree garbanzo beans [...]

Spicy Roasted Pepper Dip

4 red bell peppers, halved and seeded3 slices white bread, crusts removed1/4 cup milk1/4 cup pitted green olives2 tablespoons capers2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to tasteSalt, to taste Lay the pepper halves skin side up on a lightly greased baking sheet. Place about [...]

Seafood Spread/Dip

1 can cream of mushroom soup1 envelope unflavored gelatine1 cup Miracle Whip salad dressing1 (8 ounce) brick cream cheese1/2 cup celery, chopped in small bits1/4 cup grated Spanish onion1 (7 ounce) can shrimp, drained1 (7 ounce) can crab meat, drained, bones removed Heat the soup and gelatine in a large microwave-safe bowl on medium heat [...]

Bread Basket With Curry Dip

1 cup mayonnaise1/2 teaspoon tarragon1/2 teaspoon lemon juice Dash of freshly ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon fresh thyme 1 teaspoon curry powder 2 teaspoon chili sauce 2 teaspoons snipped chives 2 tablespoons grated onion1 loaf Italian bread or a round crusty loafFresh broccoliCarrot sticks Mix mayonnaise with tarragon, lemon juice, pepper, salt, thyme, [...]

8-Layer Dip

I love this dip. It fills us for dinner and works great as a party dip. 1 (16 ounce) bottle bleu cheese dressing1 pint sour cream1 can refried beans1 package Taco seasoningLettuce, shreddedOnions, dicedTomatoes, dicedBlack olives, slicedMonterey jack cheese, shreddedSharp Cheddar cheese, shredded1 small can green chile peppers, minced Mix refried beans with taco seasoning( [...]

Gourmet Guacamole Dip

1 ripe avocado1/4 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon garlic powderJuice of half a lemon or lime1 cup sour cream1 can refried beans1 envelope taco seasoning1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheeseShredded lettuceDiced tomatoesChopped black olives In a bowl, mix the can of refried beans with the envelope of taco seasoning. Set aside. In a nonreactive bowl, mash the [...]

Party Ham Spread Dip

This is a very festive appetizer. 2 rounded tablespoons dry mustard3/4 cup granulated sugar2 egg yolks, slightly beaten2 rounded tablespoons flour1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup milk1/2 cup vinegar Combine all ingredients except the vinegar in a saucepan. Cook over low heat until slightly heated. Add vinegar and cook until thickened. Remove from heat, cool and put [...]

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