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A delicious party dip for any occasion!
It’s that time of the year again! That time when I host friends to eat all sorts of indulgent food and watch the big game. Only I almost never know who’s playing! But I’m not one to waste the opportunity to eat crispy chicken wings, potato skins and fried food. So you can bet I already sent invitations and have a whole menu planned, including this out of this world chorizo dip! This dip was born when I was creating the Chorizo Stuffed Chicken Breast. I remember tasting the filling and thinking it would be great in dip form! Well, guess what? It happened. And it’s even better than what I envisioned. I served it during the holidays and it was a huge hit. Trust me, make this for your Super Bowl party and watch it disappear! You won’t be sorry.
Grocery List
What you have to buy:
Chorizo – 1 poundBacon – 1 package of the thick cut varietyFire Roasted Tomatoes – 1 (14oz) canCream Cheese – 2 (8oz) packagesManchego Cheese – 4 ouncesMozzarella Cheese (low moisture) – 8 ouncesOnion – smallGarlicParsley
Pantry Essentials:
Ingredients I assume you already have at home. But, if not, make sure to grab them at the store!
Sherry VinegarSmoked PaprikaOlive OilSaltPepper
Optional:
Chives, for garnishing.Crackers, chips or bread, for serving.
How to make Chorizo Dip
This is not your dump and serve dip. It requires some time on the stove and in the oven. But how else would you achieve a creamy, bubbling dip that will conquer the hearts of the snobbiest dip lovers? So go ahead and get that skillet going and preheat your oven. It will be so worth it! Recommended tools: cheese grater, large skillet, wooden spoon, oven proof dish, baking sheet. Here’s how I make this sausage dip. As always, you will find the printable (and more complete) version of the recipe at the end of this post!
What to serve with Cheesy Chorizo Dip
Since this dip is served hot and is loaded with yumminess, you will need dippers that can handle some heavy lifting. Here’s a few of my favorites:
Bagel chips Pita chips Chunks of crusty bread Ritz crackers Carrots or celery stalks
Can I make chorizo dip ahead of time?
Yes, you can make everything minus baking up to 2 days ahead. Refrigerate until you’re ready to bake it. I like to remove it from the fridge 15 minutes before baking, to take the chill off.
How to store and reheat leftovers
Cover tightly with plastic or transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, cover with foil and place in the oven at 350 degrees F for 20-30 minutes or until hot.
Can I freeze this dip?
I am not a fan of freezing cream cheese dips. When frozen and thawed, the cream cheese’s texture changes considerably, becoming crumbly, grainy and watery.
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