Name: Easy Cheese Dip
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 6 min
Ingredients: 0.5 cup cream cheese; 0.25 cup sour cream; 0.5 cup shredded aged Cheddar cheese

Cook Time: 1 minute

This simple and creamy cheddar cheese dip is perfect for any gathering. Its quick to make, rich in flavor, and customizable to suit your taste preferences.

Ingredients

cup cream cheese
cup sour cream
cup shredded aged Cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Microwave for about 30 seconds, or until the mixture is softened and easy to stir.

Step 2: Stir in the shredded Cheddar cheese until well combined. Microwave for another 30-40 seconds, or until the dip is smooth and heated through. Stir again.

Step 3: If needed, heat the dip for an additional 10 seconds, then stir again until completely smooth.

Recipe Tips

Feel free to substitute mayonnaise or plain yogurt for the sour cream if you prefer. You can also get creative with your dip by adding hot sauce, Italian herbs, garlic powder, chopped hot peppers, chopped olives, or sun-dried tomatoes - the options are endless!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories	189
Total Fat	18g (23% Daily Value)
Saturated Fat	11g (56% Daily Value)
Cholesterol	53mg (18% Daily Value)
Sodium	181mg (8% Daily Value)
Total Carbohydrates	2g (1% Daily Value)
Protein	6g (12% Daily Value)
Calcium	142mg (11% Daily Value)
Iron	1mg (3% Daily Value)
Potassium	69mg (1% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may vary based on your specific calorie needs.

Comments

Donna Green

12/31/2023 12:23:51 AM

I made this recipe tonight. It certainly benefits from the additional optional ingredients. By itself, it's lacking in flavor, but it serves as a solid foundation. I incorporated buffalo sauce, blue cheese crumbles, and a sprinkle of seasoned salt to create a delicious buffalo-style cheese dip. Therefore, I've rated it 4 stars overall because it would be a 3 on its own, but with the added ingredients, it elevates to a 5-star dish.

Ronald Mitchell

06/24/2023 04:19:58 PM

I loved it! I enhanced the flavor by sprinkling garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, Italian seasoning, and a dash of seasoned salt.