Party Dip

This hearty Party Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game days, potlucks, or cozy winter gatherings. A rich mixture of cream cheese, sour cream, sharp cheddar, and tender artichoke hearts is saut&# 195;Â©ed with fresh garlic and green onions, then stuffed into a hollowed-out Shepherd's bread loaf. The dip bakes slowly, allowing the flavors to meld and the cheese to become luxuriously smooth. Served alongside buttery, garlic-infused French roll slices, this dish offers a comforting blend of savory, creamy, and aromatic notes. ItÃ¢ÂÂs easy to prepare in advance and stays warm on the table, making it a reliable favorite for any occasion where sharing good food is the main event.

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing

Cuisine: French

Courses: Appetisers

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 10

Calories: 3236.8

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This hearty Party Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game days, potlucks, or cozy winter gatherings. A rich mixture of cream cheese, sour cream, sharp cheddar, and tender artichoke hearts is saut&# 195;Â©ed with fresh garlic and green onions, then stuffed into a hollowed-out Shepherd's bread loaf. The dip bakes slowly, allowing the flavors to meld and the cheese to become luxuriously smooth. Served alongside buttery, garlic-infused French roll slices, this dish offers a comforting blend of savory, creamy, and aromatic notes. ItÃ¢ÂÂs easy to prepare in advance and stays warm on the table, making it a reliable favorite for any occasion where sharing good food is the main event.

Ingredients

1 Loaf Sheephearders bread
1/4 pound Butter
1 Bunch Green onions, chopped
12 Cloves Fresh garlic, minced
8 ounce Cream cheese room temp
16 ounce Sour cream
12 ounce Cheddar cheese
1 can Artichoke hearts drained

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (177ÃÂ°C).
2
Cut a hole in the top of the Shepherd's bread loaf about 5 inches in diameter, reserving the crust as a lid.
3
Scoop out the soft bread from the interior of the loaf, saving it for another use or discarding.
4
In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
5
Add chopped green onions and half of the minced garlic; sautÃÂ© until onions are wilted and garlic is fragrant, being careful not to burn.
6
In a large bowl, combine room temperature cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar cheese.
7
Stir in the sautÃÂ©ed onion and garlic mixture until well combined and smooth.
8
Fold in the drained artichoke hearts.
9
Spoon the cheese mixture into the hollowed-out bread loaf.
10
Place the reserved bread top back onto the loaf.
11
Wrap the entire loaf tightly in double-thickness heavy-duty aluminum foil.
12
Bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
13
Meanwhile, slice French rolls thinly and butter with the remaining butter and garlic.
14
Wrap the buttered French rolls in foil and place them in the oven with the main loaf for the last 30 minutes of baking.
15
Remove foil from the loaf and serve warm, using the toasted French roll slices for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 3236.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 269.9g416%
Saturated Fat 168.2g841%
Cholesterol 738.0mg246%
Sodium 3422.9mg143%
Total Carbohydrate 98.7g33%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g36%
Sugars 30.2g
Protein 110.9g222%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

The scooped-out bread from the loaf can be dried to make breadcrumbs or used for stuffing.

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to achieve a smooth consistency without lumps.

If the dip seems too thick after baking, stir in a splash of milk or extra sour cream to reach desired consistency.

Keywords: artichoke, baking, bread, butter, cheddar, cheese, chopped, cream, dip, drained, french, fresh, garlic, green, hearts, minced, onions, party, room, sautÃÂ©ing

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/party-dip/