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Super Dips for Bowl Games

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Don't fumble and miss your chance to try these tasty dips perfect for your Super Bowl party!

Party dips make entertaining easy, turning vegetables, potato chips, and other delicious delights into quick and simple appetizers. These recipes elevate the everyday dip into something even more special, using unexpected ingredients and fantastic flavors to turn dips from mundane to magnificent. Spinach-and-Vidalia Dip gets an unexpected twist thanks to sweet Vidalia onion. Our Spicy Queso Dip is quick and easy, and fuses fresh garlic with pepper Jack cheese and canned green chiles. For a taste of the South, devour our Hot Crawfish Dip, or Warm Turnip Green Dip, two appetizers that basically speak with a Southern drawl. Whatever the party, these recipes make finger food your go-to appetizers. Dip in.

1 of 36 Greg Dupree

Spinach-and-Vidalia Dip

Recipe: Spinach-and-Vidalia Dip

Take a moment to meet your new favorite appetizer. This twist on the classic spinach dip is sure to please even the most particular guests. Just like classic spinach dip, the recipe mixes together spinach, sour cream, and chives to achieve that cool, onion flavor with a kick. The secret? Sweet Vidalia onions add an unexpected, sweet twist to the creamy, savory dip. Pair with chips or a fresh veggie medley of bell peppers, cucumbers, and radishes and watch guests scoop up every last drop. This appetizer is perfect for a small gathering or the big game and requires little clean up. 

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2 of 36 Greg DuPree

Crawfish Dip

Recipe: Crawfish Dip

If you have some leftover crawfish tails but aren’t in the mood for an entrée, this is a unique (and easy!) way to use them. Filled with flavor from a variety of spices, guests will be wowed by the flavor of this simple dish that lets the slow cooker do most of the work. After making this dip, serve it in a slow cooker to keep it warm (and to avoid doing any extra dishes). Set this appetizer out with crackers or toasted baguette slices and watch it disappear at your next party. It also makes a great appetizer for a Derby party! 

3 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Blue Cheese "Hot Wing" Dip

Recipe: Blue Cheese "Hot Wing" Dip

Serve this blue cheese dip with chicken tenders, celery sticks, and hot wing sauce for an appetizer everyone is sure to love. We also like it on burgers or tomatoes.

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4 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Baked Goat Cheese Dip

Recipe: Baked Goat Cheese Dip

Bake a mixture of goat cheese and cream cheese and top with a spicy tomato mixture for a warm dip that’s great for entertaining. You can assemble this dip ahead and freeze for up to one month.

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5 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Muffuletta Dip

Recipe: Muffuletta Dip

You can serve this versatile recipe on French bread crostini or with crackers over a block of cream cheese. Try tossing leftovers in a Caesar salad.

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6 of 36 Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner

Spicy Queso Dip

Recipe: Spicy Queso Dip

We love the spiciness of this queso, but if you like a milder dip, prepare it with a regular pasteurized cheese product.

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7 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Southwest Salsa

Recipe: Southwest Salsa

Forget the jar and treat your guests to the freshness of home-blended salsa. This recipe has small kick, but you can double the jalapeños and red pepper, if desired.

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8 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Caramel Apple Dip

Recipe: Caramel Apple Dip

A sugary spin on a cream cheese classic with a crisp bruléed topping.

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9 of 36 Photo: Iain Bagwell

Bacon-Wrapped Potatoes with Queso Blanco Dip

Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Potatoes with Queso Blanco Dip

You can keep the queso blanco warm in a fondue pot or 1-qt. slow cooker. These are hearty, and would be a winner for a tailgate too.

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10 of 36 Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Blue Cheese Ranch Dip

Recipe: Blue Cheese Ranch Dip

This dip requires only four ingredients and five minutes prep time. Serve it with carrot and celery sticks, sturdy potato chips, and hot wings.

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11 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Warm Artichoke-Shrimp Dip

Recipe: Warm Artichoke-Shrimp Dip

Dip pita crackers and breadsticks in our version of this creamy, garlicky favorite. Serve half of the dip first, keeping the remaining half warm in saucepan.

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12 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Hot Crawfish Dip

Recipe: Hot Crawfish Dip

Get your mudbug fix with this delicious dip and pair with crusty French bread.

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13 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Baked Tex-Mex Pimiento Cheese Dip

Recipe: Baked Tex-Mex Pimiento Cheese Dip

This warm dip combines undeniably Southern pimiento cheese with a Tex-Mex kick. Serve with French bread cubes.

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14 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Loaded Baked Potato Dip

Recipe: Loaded Baked Potato Dip

Use extra-crispy waffle fries as dippers in this delicious concoction of your favorite baked potato toppers. Don't forget the crumbled bacon and hot sauce.

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15 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Jalapeño-Mustard Dipping Sauce

Recipe: Jalapeño-Mustard Dipping Sauce

Just before the game, stop by a grocer's deli counter or the drive-through of your favorite restaurant for fresh, hot chicken tenders and serve with this homemade dipping sauce. Make them festive with team spirit skewers. Simply cut flags from scrapbook paper in the shape of pennants, and tape them to wooden skewers.

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Spicy White Cheese Dip

Recipe: Spicy White Cheese Dip

This made-from-scratch dip gets its kick from canned diced tomatoes and green chiles.

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Charred Peppers with Feta Dipping Sauce

Recipe: Charred Peppers with Feta Dipping Sauce

Look for a colorful assortment of baby sweet peppers in the produce section of your local grocer. Hold them by the stems while dipping.

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Smoky Ranch Dip

Recipe: Smoky Ranch Dip

Readers rave about how easy it is to prepare this tasty three-ingredient dip. Chipotle peppers in adobe sauce add a kick to the ranch and sour cream mixture. Serve with potato chips and assorted raw veggies.

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19 of 36 Photo: Hector Sanchez

Buttermilk-Ricotta Cheese Dip

Recipe: Buttermilk-Ricotta Cheese Dip

If you've never tried homemade ricotta, then you're in for a tasty surprise. This will change the way you think about the store-bought kind. Be sure to stir only when indicated in the recipe.

Watch Us Make It: Buttermilk-Ricotta Cheese Dip

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20 of 36 Photo: Jennifer Davick

Sausage, Bean, and Spinach Dip

Recipe: Sausage, Bean, and Spinach Dip

Hot sausage spices up the veggies in this creamy, flavor-packed dip. Serve with corn chip scoops, red pepper strips, and pretzel rods.

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21 of 36 Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Beer-Cheese Fondue with Baby Cauliflower

Recipe: Beer-Cheese Fondue with Baby Cauliflower

Use this recipe for a quick, cheesy dip for baby cauliflower or any veggie you'd like.

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Layered Spicy Black Bean Dip

Recipe: Layered Spicy Black Bean Dip

This flavorful recipe has a short ingredient list. Just layer cream cheese, shredded cheese, onions, olives, and tomatoes onto a store-bought black bean dip.

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23 of 36 Photo: Hector Sanchez

Broccoli Salad Dip

Recipe: Broccoli Salad Dip

Spin the old-school salad into a dip, and pair with everything from crudités to pretzel rods.

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24 of 36 Photo: Hector Sanchez

Hot Brown Fondue

Recipe: Hot Brown Fondue

This creamy dip is the perfect recipe to use up leftover roasted turkey or chicken.

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25 of 36 Photo: Hector Sanchez

Warm Kale-and-Asiago Dip

Recipe: Warm Kale-and-Asiago Dip

Bacon and trendy kale update the hot spinach dip.

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26 of 36 Photo: Hector Sanchez

Roasted Shallot Dip

Recipe: Roasted Shallot Dip

Caramelized sweet shallots and silky mascarpone cheese add new-school touches to onion-soup dip. No need to waste time peeling all the shallots; after roasting, the papery skins easily slip away. Serve with Rosemary Salt-and-Vinegar Chips.

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27 of 36 Photo: Hector Sanchez

Baked Tex-Mex Red Pepper Cheese Dip

Recipe: Baked Tex-Mex Red Pepper Cheese Dip

"This is so addictive, I've never seen it stick around at parties for more than a few minutes!" says Courtney Champion (cooklikeachampionblog.com).

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28 of 36 Photo: Hector Sanchez

Avocado-and-Feta Dip

Recipe: Avocado-and-Feta Dip

Gloriana's Mike Gossin says this healthy dip is one of his favorite things his mother makes. "I like it so much I may have to write a song about it. Avocado, avocado, avocado dip!" Be sure to fold in the dressing gently so the avocado and feta stay chunky.

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29 of 36 Photo: Ralph Anderson

Guacamole

Recipe: Guacamole

This tasty delight has become one of our most preferred staples in Tex-Mex cuisine. Fresh avocado and lime juice are essential to this delicious guacamole recipe.

Tip: While storing in the cooler, keep your guacamole from changing color by placing a layer of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the mixture.

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Bacon-Onion Dip

Recipe: Bacon-Onion Dip

Plan on this dish being scraped clean—few people can resist the combination of bacon, onions, and sour cream. Make a day ahead, and serve with a tray of colorful veggies.

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31 of 36 Photo by Beau Gustafson

The Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer

Recipe: Blue Cheese-Bacon Dip

For the perfect low-stress starter, try this rich and creamy baked dip. Tip: Bake Blue Cheese-Bacon Dip in four small baking dishes, and place throughout the party area.

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Warm Turnip Green Dip

Recipe: Warm Turnip Green Dip

Transfer the dip to a 1- or 2-qt. slow cooker set on warm so guests can enjoy this creamy dip throughout your party. To make it spicier, serve your favorite brand of hot sauce on the side.

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33 of 36 Photo: Hector Sanchez

Creamy Shrimp Dip with Crispy Wonton Chips

Recipe: Creamy Shrimp Dip with Crispy Wonton Chips

If you don't have time to make fried wontons, use fancy potato chips or crispy tortilla chips.

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Easy Greek Dip

Recipe: Easy Greek Dip

With low-fat yogurt as the main ingredient, guests won't have to worry about their waistline while they indulge. Busy hosts beware, this dip can be made ahead--it stores for up to three days.

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35 of 36 Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Fiesta Dip

Recipe: Fiesta Dip

Let Dad and other guests enjoy this cool, zesty dip as you get the grill going. Serve with Fresh Squash Chips if your dad likes veggies or with classic potato chips if that’s his style.

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36 of 36 Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Cuban Black Bean Dip

Recipe: Cuban Black Bean Dip

Start with black bean soup mix to make this zesty bean dip. Serve with slices of cucumber, bell pepper, or your favorite raw vegetable.

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