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10 OLD-SCHOOL DIPS THAT WILL ALWAYS GET THE PARTY STARTED

The most unforgettable occasions start with great appetizers. Sausage balls, cocktail meatballs, and cheese dreams are just a few of our favorite party recipes. But there is something to be said about a crowd-pleasing dip that can truly wow a crowd. We pulled together some of our favorite recipes from the Test Kitchen over the years.

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Kentucky Beer Cheese

Southern Living Kentucky Beer Cheese in a bowl to serve with sliced vegetables and pretzels
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Antonis Achilleos; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely   

Cheese and beer come together in the ultimate creamy appetizer. This recipe has deep Kentucky roots and only takes 10 minutes to pull together.

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Hot Crawfish Dip

Hot Crawfish Dip
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Will Dickey

One very-satisfied reader shared this review: "Very easy and simple recipe with great flavors. I followed recipe exactly and everyone loved it. Try it!" This dip is extra flavorful, and the perfect recipe for kicking off a springtime celebration.

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Chunky Onion Dip

Southern Living Chunky Onion Dip in a bowl ready to serve with vegetables
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Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell

A family-favorite recipe that will stand the test of time. This simple-to-prepare retro dip gets its rosy tint from Heinz chili sauce. Prepare to dunk into this creamy, can't-be-beat party recipe.

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Spinach Madeline

Spinach Madeline
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

While this dip is often brought out at holidays, it's welcome on the table anytime of year. The recipe, which was published first in a community cookbook, brings together ingredients that are inexpensive and readily available. The best part? This dip is easy to multiply to make large batches.

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Old Bay Corn Dip

Southern Living Old Bay Corn Dip in a bowl ready to serve
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Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf; Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGee

The reviewers say it all: "easy, quick, and delicious." In just five minutes, you can pull together this simple dip that is creamy, satisfying, and gets a kick from the ultimate Southern seasoning.

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Creamy Cowboy Caviar

Creamy Cowboy Caviar in a bowl to serve with chips
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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

True, the original Texas caviar did not need any improvements – but we did want to add some creaminess to our favorite appetizer. This recipe brings beans, tomatoes, and corn together into a simple-to-make and easy to dip party starter.

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Rotel Sausage Dip

Rotel sausage dip
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Caitlin Bensel

Would it even be a party without the Rotel? A simple six-ingredient (olive oil, ground beef, chorizo, Velveeta, and diced tomatoes and green chiles) dip that is easy to make and comes together in no-time.

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Deviled Egg Dip

Southern Living Deviled Egg Dip in the bowl to serve
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Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Five stars for this appetizer that has just the punch of flavor to delight every last guest. As one review noted: "My husband's family are dill pickle fanatics so this was perfect for a get-together."

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Basic Pimiento Cheese

Southern Living Basic Pimento Cheese in a bowl to serve with crackers and vegetables
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Fred Hardy; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey; Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke

It would not be a Southern get-together without this classic recipe on the table. Three main ingredients: cheese, pimientos, and mayo star in this appetizer but everyone knows the best pimiento cheese is the one you grew up eating.

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Whipped Goat Cheese With Smoky Bacon Jam

Southern Living Bacon Jam on top of whipped goat cheese with crostini to serve
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Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

Over the years, the reviews have said it all: "It was a hit!" and "So good! Easy to make, easy to serve!" You can't beat the combination of goat cheese and smoky jam, which will get any party started.


Original Source: https://www.southernliving.com/old-school-dips-11800431
  





















     
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