How to Make Cheesy Artichoke Dip by Jean Carper - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for the perfect appetizer to please a crowd, Jean Carper's Cheesy Artichoke Dip is an absolute must-try. This creamy, flavorful dip is a favorite at dinner parties, game nights, and holiday gatherings, and it's sure to become a staple in your recipe arsenal. With a blend of melted cheese, tangy artichokes, and zesty seasonings, this dip is a real crowd-pleaser.

This recipe comes from the renowned cookbook author and health advocate Jean Carper, whose passion for whole...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages frozen artichoke hearts
  • 1 ½ cups fat-free cottage cheese
  • 4 ounces herbed goat cheese (chevre)
  • 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ⅓ cup light mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup fat-free half-and-half
  • 1 cup chopped chives
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 4 - 1/2 cups

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook artichokes according to package directions; chop roughly. Set aside.
  • In a food processor, mix all ingredients except artichokes and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  • Stir in artichokes. Pour mixture into a 9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. If top hasn't browned, put under broiler.
  • Let sit for 15 minutes before serving (it may be watery when first removed from the oven). Serve with toasted whole-wheat pita chips.
  • Nutrition

    146 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 427mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 121mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 209mg