Hot Lemon Artichoke Dip

Name: Hot Lemon Artichoke Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2-1/3 cups.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 6 ounces brick cheese, shredded; 1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/8 teaspoon white pepper; 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley; Crackers and fresh vegetables

“I found this recipe more than 15 years ago, and it has been requested every time I’ve been invited to a party,” writes Robin Klawinski of Eagle, Idaho. Since this dip is heated in the microwave instead of the oven, it can be ready to serve guests in mere minutes.

Ingredients

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
6 ounces brick cheese, shredded
1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
Crackers and fresh vegetables

Directions

In a 1-qt. microwave-safe serving bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until bubbly, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the brick cheese, artichokes, Parmesan cheese, lemon peel, garlic powder and pepper. Microwave on high for 3 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring several times. Stir in parsley. Serve warm with crackers and vegetables.

Editor's Note: Reduced-fat or fat-free mayonnaise is not recommended for this recipe.

Editor's Note

Reduced-fat or fat-free mayonnaise is not recommended for this recipe.
This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 229 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 384mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.

Originally published as Hot Artichoke Cheese Dip in Quick Cooking September/October 2005

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jseastedt

Nov 21, 2012

This is delicious! I have shared the recipe with many as it is always a favorite. Although it says to not use low-fat products, I use lowfat mayonnaise and sour cream and it is still wonderful. Be sure to use fresh lemon peel as it is so flavorful.