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Creamy Giardiniera Dip

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Creamy Giardiniera Dip is a bold, tangy, and irresistible blend of pickled vegetables and smooth creaminess, perfect for parties, sandwiches, or snacking.

Ingredients

  • Cream Cheese: 8 ounces, softened
  • Sour Cream: 1/2 cup
  • Mayonnaise: 1/4 cup
  • Giardiniera: 1 cup, finely chopped
  • Garlic Powder: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Onion Powder: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon
  • Black Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
  • Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
  • Fresh Parsley (optional): 1 tablespoon, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Ready a serving bowl or dish for the finished dip.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Fold in chopped giardiniera and parsley until evenly mixed.
  5. Cook to Perfection: No cooking needed. Blend with a food processor if smoother texture is desired.
  6. Finishing Touches: Transfer to serving dish and garnish with extra parsley or giardiniera.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Chill for 30 minutes before serving with chips, crackers, or veggies.

Notes

  • Drain giardiniera well to prevent a watery dip.
  • Use a food processor for a smoother consistency.
  • Chill before serving to enhance flavor depth.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste after mixing.

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