Artichoke Dip
By Paula Deen
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Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 to 30 minutes
Servings: 15
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) package softened cream cheese
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 (14 oz) can quartered, drained artichoke hearts
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups sliced lengthwise very thinly sliced leeks
- sliced or assorted crackers, for serving baguette
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly spray an 11 by 7-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, combine the artichokes, cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt, pepper and hot sauce if desired. Stir well. Spoon into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan on top. Bake until bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes.
In a small skillet, heat the oil until hot. Add the leeks and fry, stirring constantly, until crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt if desired. Sprinkle over the dip before serving. Serve warm with baguette slices or assorted crackers.
Cook’s Note: Dip can be made ahead up to 24 hours, refrigerated and reheated. Sprinkle with the leeks just before serving.
