Kelly The Kitchen Kop

Jeanne’s Fiesta Cheese Dip Appetizer Recipe

May 8, 2008 · 7 comments

This surprisingly delicious Cheese Dip Appetizer Recipe from my friend, Jeanne, can easily be made organic, since all (or most) of the ingredients are available in the organic version. I say, surprisingly delicious, because when you look at the ingredients you may think it sounds like an odd combination – I’d have thought that before I tried it. But all the various flavors mix together into a great dip that I’ll bet you haven’t had before – and it’s always fun to bring something new and unique when you’re going somewhere. (Jeanne brought it to the neighbor’s across the street Saturday night when a bunch of us got together to play “Rock Band” – what a riot that game is – I love the drums! Someone give Kent a reminder that Mother’s Day is coming in case he doesn’t know what to get me…)


JEANNE’S FIESTA CHEESE DIP APPETIZER

(Use organic ingredients when possible. Note: my comments in italics.)

  • 8 oz. sour cream
  • 1/2 c. sharp cheddar cheese (the sharper the better), shredded
  • 1/2 c. finely chopped or 1 small can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 c. chopped or 1 small can green chilies (more to your taste)
  • 1/2 c. or 5 oz. jar coarsely chopped pimentos (fire roasted red peppers) – I omit these, not a pimento fan
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans (even better: Crispy Pecans)
  • 1 tsp garlic
  • 1 tbsp fresh or dried onion
  • salt to taste
  • See variations below

Mix all ingredients. Best if made the day before. Serve with bagel chips, crackers, or blue tortilla chips. OR eat it with celery sticks to stay low-carb!

Variations:

  • Use 2 cream cheese instead of sour cream and shape into a cheese ball. (I actually used 2 cream cheese AND the sour cream to make more dip.)
  • Also can be made using diced red and green peppers. (I did this and LOVED it!)
  • Slice french bread or baguette. Spread mixture on and then run under the broiler to lightly toast. Great served with a salad for a simple meal.

THANKS JEANNE!!

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Kelly the Kitchen Kop 10.24.08 at 10:34 am

I just made this again and added 1/2 t. salt, 4 colors of peppers (only some of each pepper), 8 oz. cream cheese, and 1 t. onion powder because I didn’t feel like chopping some onion. I didn’t have sharp cheddar, so I used regular.

Just as yummy!

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Jerri - Simply Sweet Home 12.15.08 at 11:19 pm

Great recipe! I like the idea of using the cream cheese to make it a ball. My husband’s not a big fan of pineapple…do you think it would be okay without it?

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Sherry 12.16.08 at 3:19 am

This sounds absolutely scrumptious! Thanks for sharing!!

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Kelly the Kitchen Kop 12.16.08 at 3:43 am

Jerri,

Yes, it’s still really good without the pineapple, but since you use crushed pineapple in this recipe, there are no big chunks or anything, and I think the little bit of sweet flavor really adds to the range of other flavors.

Thanks for your comment and hello to Sherry, too!

Kelly

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Joy @ Five Js 12.16.08 at 4:57 pm

What a versatile recipe. Thanks so much for sharing!

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Amy @ Finer Things 12.16.08 at 6:04 pm

You’re right on the surprising thing… did I see pineapple? Very interesting combo! I love new combos; will have to give it a try. Thanks!

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