Easy Artichoke Dip

This artichoke dip is a hit at every party. It's definitely not for calorie counters, but a little goes a long way since it is packed with flavor. I serve it alongside baguette slices or crackers, and sometimes I place it in the center of a vegetable platter for dipping. Leftovers, if you are lucky to have any, are perfect for dressing up sandwiches or grilled portabella mushroom burgers. Your guests will want this incredibly simple recipe.

Ingredients:

250 g. cream cheese, room temperature 1 cup sour cream 1 cup mayonnaise 2 cloves garlic, minced (or more to taste) 2 tsp. dried dill (or more to taste) 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 2 14oz. cans artichokes (in water), chopped

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.

2. Drain and gently squeeze out the excess water from the artichokes. Chop and set aside.  

3. In a medium-sized bowl, stir the cream cheese until softened and smooth. Add the sour cream and mayonnaise and mix until completely combined. Stir in garlic, dill, and Parmesan. Finally, stir in the chopped artichokes.

4. Pour into a suitable-sized baking dish and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is light golden brown. This dip can be served warm, at room temperature, or cold. You can also divide the mixture into smaller baking dishes to place throughout your party. Adjust the baking time accordingly.

Note: I don't add salt to this recipe, due to the large amount of parmesan cheese used; however, taste it before baking and adjust to your liking.

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