Easy Hot Artichoke Dip
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of our Easy Hot Artichoke Dip, created using organic ingredients you can readily find at your local health food store or organic grocery store, such as Orchard Nutrition Center. This appetizer is a crowd-pleasing favorite, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. Crafted from water-packed organic artichokes, freshly grated organic Parmesan cheese, minced organic garlic, and creamy organic mayonnaise, this dip is a creamy, cheesy symphony of flavors. You can also customize it to your taste with optional ingredients like chopped green chiles, jalapeños, a dash of Worcestershire sauce, or even shredded crab meat or crumbled bacon for variety. Baked to bubbly perfection, this dip is the ideal companion for crackers, endive leaves, or toasted bread. Whether you're hosting a party or simply treating yourself, this hot artichoke dip is a delicious and convenient way to elevate your appetizer game.
INGREDIENTS:
2 (14-ounce) cans water-packed organic artichokes, drained
8 ounces organic Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (about 2 cups)
1-2 cloves minced organic garlic
1 cup organic mayonnaise
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste, if needed
Optional for variety: Chopped green chiles or jalapenos, dash of Worcestershire sauce, shredded crab meat or crumbled bacon.
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat the oven to 350°F and place rack in the center of oven.
Coarsely chop artichoke hearts into small pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, mix together the artichokes, Parmesan cheese, and mayonnaise and any other ingredients you choose and place in a greased baking dish. Taste the cold mixture and add salt and pepper to taste, if needed.
Bake at 350°F oven for 20 to 30 minutes, until the mixture is bubbly and heated through.
Tip: For a lightly browned top, stick the fully cooked dip under the broiler for 3 to 5 minutes.
Serve immediately with crackers, endive leaves, or toasted thinly slice bread or baguettes.
