Pepperoni Hummus
EntertainingIngredients
| 1 | (6-ounce) package of HORMEL® Pepperoni, divided |
| 1 | (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained |
| Juice of one lemon | |
| 2 | tablespoons tahini |
| 2 | cloves garlic, chopped |
| Chopped fresh basil | |
| Olive oil | |
| Suggested accompaniments; Pita chips, carrots sticks, celery sticks and sliced cucumber |
Directions
In bowl of food processor place ¾ package pepperoni, chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini and garlic. Process until smooth.
Chop remaining pepperoni. Garnish hummus with chopped pepperoni, basil and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with suggested accompaniments.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
EntertainingIngredients
| 2 | 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened |
| 1 | cup ranch salad dressing |
| ¾ | cup hot buffalo sauce |
| 1½ | cups shredded Cheddar cheese |
| 2 | 10 oz cans HORMEL® Premium Chicken Breast, drained |
Directions
Heat oven to 400°F. In large bowl, combine cream cheese, dressing, hot sauce and shredded cheese until well blended. Gently stir in chicken.
Spoon dip into 2-quart casserole. Bake 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, bread and celery sticks for dipping.
Chili Cheese Dip
EntertainingIngredients
| 1 | (15 ounce) can HORMEL® Chili No Beans |
| 1 | (1-pound) package pasteurized prepared cheese product, cut into 1/2 in cubes |
Directions
In medium microwave-safe bowl, stir together chili and cheese product; cover. Microwave on HIGH (100%); stirring once, 4½ to 5 minutes or until hot and cheese is melted. Serve with corn chips, if desired.
Jalapeno-Bacon Popper Dip
EntertainingIngredients
| 8 | ounces cream cheese, softened |
| ⅓ | cup HORMEL® Real Crumbled Bacon, divided |
| ½ | cup shredded Cheddar cheese |
| ½ | cup shredded mozzarella cheese |
| 1 | tablespoon ranch seasoning mix |
| ½ | cup pickled jalapeños |
| 1 | cup sour cream |
| ½ | cup chopped green onion |
| ¼ | cup chopped cilantro leaves |
Directions
Heat oven to 350°F.
In medium bowl, stir together cream cheese, ⅓ cup bacon and next 7 ingredients.
Spread evenly into a lightly greased 9×9-inch baking dish. Top with remaining ⅓ cup bacon.
Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Beer Cheese Dip
EntertainingIngredients
| 2 | (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened |
| 1 | packet powdered ranch dip mix |
| 1 | teaspoon dried minced onion |
| ½ | cup domestic beer |
| 2 | cups cheddar cheese, shredded |
| green onion to garnish | |
| HORMEL® bacon bits to garnish |
Directions
Place cream cheese, ranch mix and dried minced onion in a bowl. Mix with a hand mixer until combined.
Slowly mix in ½ cup of beer until combined. If the dip is too thick, add in the additional ¼ cup of beer. Mix in cheddar cheese.
Place dip in fridge for 30 minutes before serving. Sprinkle green onion and bacon bits on top. Serve with crackers.
Queso Fundido Con Chili a la Tequila
EntertainingIngredients
| 1 | tablespoon olive oil |
| 1 | small red onion, diced |
| 2 | cloves garlic, minced |
| 1 | poblano pepper, diced |
| 1 | jalapeno, seeded and diced |
| ½ | cup chopped red bell pepper |
| ½ | cup tequila |
| 1 | (15-ounce) can HORMEL® Chili No Beans |
| 1 | (8-ounce) block sharp cheddar cheese, shredded |
| 1 | (8-ounce) block Monterey Jack cheese, shredded |
| ¼ | cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves |
| Garnish: jalapeo slices, corn tortillas |
Directions
Heat oven to 400°F.
In 12-inch cast-iron skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and next 4 ingredients until softened. Remove from heat. Stir in tequila, return to heat and cook 2 minutes or until reduced by half. Stir in chili. Remove from heat.
Sprinkle evenly with cheese. Gently stir and bake 30 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with cilantro. Garnish with jalapeño slices, if desired. Serve in martini glass with corn tortillas.
Fiesta Layered Dip
EntertainingIngredients
| 1 | (15-ounce) can refried beans, heated |
| 1 | cup sour cream |
| 1 | (7-ounce) package WHOLLY® Classic Guacamole Dip |
| 1 | cup CHI-CHI’S® Thick & Chunky Salsa |
| ⅓ | cup shredded cheddar cheese |
| ¼ | cup sliced green onions |
| CHI-CHI’S® tortilla chips |
Directions
Spread warm refried beans on bottom and up side of pie plate or serving dish.
Layer sour cream, guacamole and salsa over refried beans. Sprinkle with cheese and onions. Serve with chips.
Pepperoni Pizza Dip
EntertainingIngredients
| 1 | (5-ounce) package HORMEL® Pepperoni Cup N’ Crisp Bold, divided |
| 1 | (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature |
| 2 | cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided |
| ½ | cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided |
| 1 | teaspoon Italian seasoning |
| ¼ | teaspoon garlic powder |
| 1 | cup pizza sauce |
Directions
Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray.
Slice 10 pepperoni slices into quarters. In medium bowl, combine quartered pepperoni slices, cream cheese, 1⅓ cups mozzarella cheese, ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder; mix well.
Spread cheese mixture evenly in prepared pie plate. Spread pizza sauce over cheese mixture. Sprinkle remaining ⅔ cup shredded mozzarella cheese over pizza sauce. Place 30 pepperoni slices around the pie plate. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Bake 25 minutes. Cool slightly before serving.