Hot Artichoke and Cheese Dip
π Cook Time: 20 minutes
π Prep Time: 15 minutes
π Total Time: 35 minutes
π₯ Description: Indulge in the creamy richness of this Hot Artichoke and Cheese Dip, a delightful creation perfect for sharing during lunch or as a satisfying snack. Created with love, this recipe from lovewithrecipes.com promises to tantalize your taste buds with its combination of flavors and textures.
π½ Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
π Keywords: Grains, Cheese, Fruit, Vegetable, Winter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Whole milk ricotta cheese |
| 1 | Frozen artichoke hearts |
| 1 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1/4 | Shallot |
| 2 | Lemon juice |
| 1/2 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Pepper |
| 3 | Pine nuts |
| 2 | Olive oil |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 407.7
- Fat Content: 27.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 13.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 76.2mg
- Sodium Content: 834.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 16.4g
- Fiber Content: 3.2g
- Sugar Content: 1.2g
- Protein Content: 25g
Recipe Yield: 4 cups
Recipe Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole milk ricotta cheese, frozen artichoke hearts, grated Parmesan cheese, finely chopped shallot, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Pour the mixture into a 1-quart casserole or baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
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In a separate bowl, mix together the pine nuts and olive oil. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the ricotta and artichoke mixture in the baking dish.
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Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is lightly browned and bubbly around the edges.
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Once baked to perfection, remove the dip from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
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For serving, accompany the hot artichoke and cheese dip with your favorite crackers and crudites, if desired. Enjoy the creamy, flavorful goodness with friends and family!
Indulge in the irresistible allure of this Hot Artichoke and Cheese Dip, a culinary masterpiece that’s sure to become a favorite for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a winter gathering, celebrating Christmas, or giving thanks at Thanksgiving, this easy-to-make recipe promises to delight your palate and warm your soul. So go ahead, whip up a batch of this savory dip and spread the love with each delectable bite! π§πΏπ
