Mademoiselle is practicing her entertaining skills and always looking to replicate family recipes. She’s been asking for a couple lately so we thought we would share, just in case you need some tried and true old-school appetizers, for the new “pre-game” set. So, if you are hungry for a couple of hearty appetizers try Mimi’s Artichoke Dip and Garlic Cheese Roll! Enjoy!
Artichoke Dip
2016-04-26 18:25:18
A delicious baked appetizer.
Prep Time
15 min
Total Time
40 min
Ingredients
- 2 14 oz. cans artichokes (whole or quartered) drained.
- 1 cup mayonnaise (We use Hellman's with olive oil, plain works too)
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese plus 1/4 more parmesan cheese
- 2 Tablespoons minced shallot
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- Garlic Powder
- Salt
- White Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven to 350 Degrees
Using a food processor
- Combine all ingredients, adding garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour into an ovenproof dish.
- Top with remaining 1/4 parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden brown at corners.
If you do not have a food processor
- Chop up artichokes into small chunks. Combine all ingredients same as above.
Notes
- Best served with hearty wheat crackers (Pepperidge Farm Harvest Wheat), Triscuits or melba toast rounds.
- Mimi is a purist, but you may also add kale or spinach for an even heartier dip.
Adapted from Mimi's Mom
Adapted from Mimi's Mom
Because I Say So https://www.becauseisayso.com/
Garlic Cheese Roll
2016-04-26 19:11:50
A delicious slightly spicy and highly addictive cheese spread!
Prep Time
20 min
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Shredded (not from a bag)
- 1 8 oz. package Cream Cheese
- 2-4 cloves fresh garlic (diced/minced or crushed)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 3 dashes Tabasco sauce
- 1 Tablespoon worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons paprika
- 2 Tablespoons chili powder
In the bowl of a food processor or electric mixer with paddle attachment
- Blend two softened cheeses.
- Add all other ingredients EXCEPT paprika and chili powder.
- Mix until smooth.
- Set aside.
In a separate bowl
- Mix paprika and chili powder together.
- Spread evenly on a piece of waxed paper or parchment placed on a flat surface.
- Dust hands lightly with flour and shape cheese mixture into roll/ball or shape of choice.
- Roll in paprika and chili powder mixture.
- Wrap in waxed paper and refrigerate for 12-24 hours before using. The longer it sits the better it gets!
Notes
- You can also add chopped fresh herbs (chives, rosemary, parsley) to the paprika and chili powder mixture for additional flavor.
- Serve with your favorite crackers, veggies or charcuterie meats!
Adapted from Mimi's Auntie
Adapted from Mimi's Auntie
Because I Say So https://www.becauseisayso.com/
The fine art of Shelly Lewis Stanfield
The Charleston Academy
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