Description
Mississippi Sin Dip brings Southern comfort to your party spread with creamy, zesty flavors that dance across your palate. Cheesy, tangy, and irresistibly rich, you’ll find this crowd-pleasing appetizer impossible to resist.
Ingredients
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Dip Base:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced ham
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 dash hot sauce
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, ensuring a perfectly warm environment for the dip preparation.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly blend softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate sour cream into the cream cheese, whisking until completely integrated and uniform in texture.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, creating a rich and tangy cheese mixture.
- Gently mix diced ham and chopped green onions into the creamy base, distributing evenly throughout.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, black pepper, and salt over the mixture, stirring to distribute seasonings completely.
- Add a dash of hot sauce for a subtle kick of heat and complexity.
- Pour the worcestershire sauce into the dip, stirring to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Transfer the entire mixture into a baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top becomes golden and edges start to bubble slightly.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to settle.
- Garnish generously with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, fresh finish.
- Serve warm with crackers, chips, or toasted bread for a delectable appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- Swap ham with turkey or bacon for varied protein options, catering to different taste preferences and dietary needs.
- Reduce hot sauce or omit entirely for a milder version that appeals to those with sensitive palates.
- Create a low-fat alternative by using reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream without compromising the rich, creamy texture.
- Experiment with additional herbs like chives or dill to elevate the dip’s aromatic profile and introduce subtle complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg