Artichoke Dip

I've been meaning to post this recipe for quite some time. It is my most requested recipe and anybody who has tried my artichoke dip wants me to make it for every occasion. I got this recipe from a friend a long time ago. She brought it to our party and now I make this at most of our holidays.

The reason I haven't posted it is that I can't seem to get a photo of it that really shows just how amazing it is. This photo was taken before it was baked and doesn't give it any justice. My mouth is watering as I write this post because it is a ooey gooey dip with many chunks of artichokes, spicy chilis and jalapenos. If you don't like it spicy this is not the dip for you. This dip does come with a warning. If you make it you will be asked to make it all the time. Enjoy.

Ingredients

1 can of 14 oz artichoke hearts

1 can of 4 oz chopped green chilis (drained)

1 can of 4 oz chopped jalapenos (drained)

1 bar of cream cheese softened

1 cup mayo

2 cups grated Parmesan (reserve 1/4 cup for the top)

Directions

Pre heat oven to 350

Drain artichokes and chop into bite size pieces. Drain chilis and jalapenos. 

Put all ingredients in a large bowl and and stir together until all is incorporated. Pour into a 9x9 baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese on the top. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 min or until bubbling and golden.

8 layer dip

I found this recipe in the Everyday food magazine a few years ago. I love layer dips but when ever I buy them at a store I find the flavors blend so much and it becomes very watery. This one looked very good and easy to make so I decided to try it out at a BBQ that we had at my mom's house. It was a huge hit and my mother asks me to make it every year now. It would be great for a game day. I promise you that you it will be the first thing to go and your guests will be asking you to make it again.

Ingredients

1 16 ounce can of refried beans

2 tsp fresh lime juice

salt and pepper

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

1 4.5 ounce can of green chiles

2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped

1 avocado diced

1 cup shredded lettuce

2 scallions

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine beans, lime juice, 2 tablespoons of water and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish. Top with sour cream, cheese, chiles, tomato, avocado, lettuce, and scallions. Serve with tortilla chips.