Artichoke Dip

There are many recipes for artichoke dip. This is mine. This makes a large batch and is perfect for parties. 

Ingredients 

1 14 oz. can artichoke hearts (not in oil), drained well, and chopped

1 clove garlic, minced 
3 T. chopped onion 
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese + a little for the topping
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 4.5 oz. canned green chilies, drained
3 oz. cream cheese (not low fat!), room temperature
Dash or two of hot sauce (optional)
Pepper to taste 
Dash Worcestershire sauce
Crostini for serving with the dip

Directions 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
 
Combine the dip ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine.

Place in an 8x8 baking dish and top with additional mozzarella cheese. Bake for 30 minutes. It should come out nice and golden on the top. Serve with crostini.

Here's my recipe for crostini:  https://monicacooks.blogspot.com/2024/06/crostini.html

Crab and Shrimp Dip

This is an excellent dip.  This make a huge batch, so save it for a large party.

3 8-oz packages cream cheese
2 cans crabmeat (not chunk); well drained (6 oz cans)
1 6-oz can broken shrimp, well drained
A few red pepper flakes or horseradish
Minced garlic, about 2 cloves
Salt and pepper to taste

Combine the ingredients in a 2-quart casserole dish.

Bake at 350 degree for 25-35 minutes until warmed through.

Serve with french bread or crackers.

Serves 12-14


July 2013: I made this for a picnic and added a second can of the shrimp, plus some chopped onion, mustard powder, and worcestershire sauce.