Dip ideas for a BBQ

FMIL put me in charge of appetizers for today's BBQ. In addition to bruschetta and a few other things, I'm making that 7-layer taco dip (no meat, so it's not exactly heart attack dip), and I'm probably just going to do the usual onion and veggie soup mixes, but that's SO boring.

Anyone have anything fun?

Thanks

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My mother gave me an avocado dip that is really good. Not sure if it is what you are looking for, but I figured I would post it anyway.

Small recipe (if you want you can double)

Bottom - 1 can refried beans

Middle - 3 very ripe mashed avocados and a little lemon juice

Top - Blend together
½ cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 envelope Seasoned Taco Mix
2 scallions

Top with:
2 or 3 diced tomatoes
Black olives – sliced
Shredded cheddar cheese

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mmm, perfect!

Thanks

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I have a pizza dip one too - would you like that too?

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sweet potato "chips" or fries, with a special dip made out of....(ok, it's going to sound weird, but its soooooooo good)....mayonnaise, and maple syrup!!! mmmmmmmmmmmm

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My aunt made an artichoke dip once that was sooo good. I don't know the recipe but maybe if you search online you can find it. It was made with cream cheese and canned artichoke hearts, and she had pita bread to dip in it.

I think I found it online (or at least something similar)

Ingredients

8 oz Cream Cheese
12 oz Shredded Mozzarella
1 Cup Mayonnaise
1 Cup Grated Parmesan
1 Onion, finely chopped
2 Cloves Garlic, finely chopped
2 jars Marinated Artichoke Hearts
1 package Pita Bread

Drain artichokes well and tear them apart with your fingers.
Cut up pita bread into chip size triangles, separate and bake on a cookie sheet until crispy(approx. 5 minutes).
Combine all other ingredients and mash.
Bake in an uncovered casserole dish for approx. 30 minutes @ 350 degrees
Serve hot out of the over and scoop up dip with pita bread.

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Posted by MrsERod

sweet potato "chips" or fries, with a special dip made out of....(ok, it's going to sound weird, but its soooooooo good)....mayonnaise, and maple syrup!!! mmmmmmmmmmmm

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Message edited 9/4/2005 10:58:21 AM.

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mmmmm now i'm excited to make dips.



Thanks guys! I'm going to do the taco, the avocado, and the artichoke.

Noooooo maple syrup for me, ERod!!! blech i dont' like it!

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I alsways make this for BBQ's. it's ready in like 10 minutes and really good! I usually leave out the basil.

Spinach Dip

Prep time: 10 mins
Ingredients
• 1 box 10 oz. Birds Eye frozen Chopped Spinach

• 3 tbsps grated parmesan cheese

• 3 tbsps ranch dressing, low fat or regular

• 1/2 cup light sour cream or plain yogurt

• 1/2 tsp dried basil

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
Cook spinach according to package directions; drain well and chill. Combine all ingredients in bowl; mix well.Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts
Calories 80

Total Fat 5 g
Sat. Fat 3 g
Cholesterol 10 mg
Sodium 135 mg
Carbs 4 g
Fiber 0 g
Protein 4 g

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Posted by Shorty

mmmmm now i'm excited to make dips.



Thanks guys! I'm going to do the taco, the avocado, and the artichoke.

Noooooo maple syrup for me, ERod!!! blech i dont' like it!

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lol - you're like buddy the elf!

but i realllllly i don't like maple syrup! or mayo, for that matter. I can't even begin to imagine what it tastes like togehter.

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