Spinach Artichoke Dip
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Perfect for game-days, game-nights, parties, and holiday gatherings, this deliciously creamy, rich, cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip is sure to be the star of the party. It is the perfect hot dip! And it is so easy to make – just mix and pop in the oven for 20-ish minutes and serve. Grab your favorite dippers and get ready for some creamy goodness.
The special ingredient? Daisy Sour Cream Creamy Ranch Dip. It brings extra creaminess and richness to the dip, adding a complex depth of flavor not found in most one-note artichoke dips.
Spinach Artichoke Dip Ingredients
- Daisy Creamy Ranch Dip (1 cup): Contains the traditional spices and herbs of ranch dressing built in with delicious homemade tastes. It provides a creamy richness and depth of flavor to the dip.
- Mayonnaise (1/2 cup): Helps bind the other ingredients together.
- Softened Cream Cheese (4 ounces): A mild cheese that helps bind the dip together and adds a velvety texture to the dip.
- Shredded Mozzarella (1 1/3 cups): A mild stretchy cheese that is perfect for melting. It adds the classic cheesy goodness to the dip.
- Garlic Powder (1/2 teaspoon): Adds to the savory profile of the dip.
- Onion Powder (1 teaspoon): Adds a concentrated, punchy onion taste without adding texture of fresh onions and readily found in most spice cabinets.
- Frozen Chopped Spinach (1/2 cup, thawed and drained): This superfood is packed with vitamins and minerals. It adds a vibrant color to the dip.
- Drained and Chopped Artichoke Hearts (14 ounce can): The classic flavor that is mild, nutty, and earthy. They are great for creamy dips with just the right amount of bite.
- Freshly Grated Parmesan (1/4 cup): Best when freshly grated, it adds a nutty saltiness to the dip and is the classic finishing touch.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Sautéed onions and garlic may be used in place of the powdered onion and garlic.
- Feel free to add additional spinach if you prefer more veggies.
- You can spice up your dip more by adding a dash of hot sauce, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, or a few diced up jalapenos.
- No oven space? You can also make the dip in a slow cooker on low. Just be sure to give it a good stir every so often.
- Other cheeses may be substituted for all or part of the mozzarella such as pepper jack, fontina, asiago, Manchego, or parmesan.
- Drained canned crab and a dash of Old Bay Seasoning® may be added to make an even richer dip.
- If baking in cast iron, line with parchment paper to prevent discoloration of the artichokes.
- Any left-over dip may be reheated in the microwave at 50% power in 30 second intervals until warm.
How to make Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Preheat oven to 350°
- Mix Daisy Creamy Ranch Dip, mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder and spinach until smooth. Stir in chopped artichoke hearts until just combined.
- Spray an 8-cup or 8×8” baking dish with non-stick spray. Spread the dip evenly over the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Bake 20-25 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve with your favorite dippers.
French Onion Biscuits
Heavenly French Onion Biscuits
The caramelized onion flavor comes from the Daisy Sour Cream French Onion Dip. It has all the homemade flavor of caramelized onions and herby goodness, with none of the work. It makes the biscuits tender and flaky with a rich, decadent flavor.
Easy French Onion Biscuits Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour (2 cups): The most versatile flour, it can be found in most kitchens. It contains protein, which forms gluten, helping the dough stretch and create a light, airy texture.
- Baking Powder (1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon): A main ingredient for leavening. It adds volume and lightness to the batter.
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon): Helps enhance the flavors and balances the dough.
- Baking Soda (1/2 teaspoon): Another ingredient for leavening. It helps the batter rise and gives baked goods a light and fluffy texture.
- Daisy French Onion Dip (1 1/2 cups): The secret ingredient to this delicious dish, the dip adds a creamy deliciousness. It has all the flavor of caramelized onions with none of the work. It makes the base of the sauce silky and creamy with the homemade tastes that like it took hours to develop.
- Vegetable Oil (1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon): One of the best options for baking, it has a mild, neutral flavor.
- Salted Butter (4 tablespoons, softened): Accentuates the flavors of the biscuits and seasoning.
- Everything Bagel Seasoning (1 tablespoon): A toasty, nutty seasoning with dried onion, garlic, and salt. It adds flavor and visual interest to the biscuits.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Daisy Sour Cream Creamy Ranch Dip may be used in place of the French Onion Dip for an herbier flavor with all the same great qualities.
- You’ll want to carefully measure your flour. The easiest way to do this is to scoop it into your measuring cup and level off the top with a knife.
- Melted unsalted butter may be used in place of the vegetable oil. Make sure your butter is melted, but room temperature.
- Other seasoning blends may be used in place of everything bagel seasoning. Experiment with your favorite blends for fun new combinations.
- Don’t overwork your batter. Mix just until coarse crumbs form (see below). Then, pat the dough into shape. Overworking (overmixing) will cause tough biscuits.
- You can cut the biscuits with a knife, biscuit cutters, or a round glass dipped in flour. Reshape any remaining dough to make more biscuits.
- Lightly flour your work surface to keep the biscuits from sticking.
- You can use a marble slab, parchment paper, or foil on your surface to form and cut the biscuits.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment or use silicon baking sheets, sprayed with non-stick spray, to keep the biscuits from sticking to the pan.
How to make Easy French Onion Biscuits
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Position one of the racks in the middle.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until well mixed.
- Spoon dollops of Daisy Sour Cream French Onion Dip and drizzle vegetable oil on top of the dry mixture. Stir until all is just moistened.
- Lightly flour a surface. Turn the dough out onto the surface (including dry bits on the bottom of the bowl) and use your hands to knead the dough roughly 8 times.
- Lightly re-flour the surface. Using a rolling pin or your hands to roll or pat the dough into a ¾” thick circle that’s about 8” wide.
- Cut out 6 biscuits with a biscuit cutter or a sharp knife. Re-knead the scraps a couple of times, roll them back out, then cut 2 more biscuits. Discard any leftover scraps.
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment or a silicon baking mat. Spray with non-stick spray.
- Softly and carefully brush the tops of the biscuits with half of the softened butter (do not deflate biscuits by using too much pressure). Sprinkle the tops with the everything seasoning.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top. If the seasoning begins to over-toast, tent cover with aluminum foil for the last few minutes of baking.
- Remove from oven and serve warm with the remaining butter.
French Onion Mushroom Ravioli
French Onion Mushroom Ravioli
This Mushroom Ravioli with French Onion Sauce takes less than 15 minutes to prepare. With only 5 ingredients it is the perfect dish for busy weeknight dinners. The secret to the delicious sauce? The creamy and silky French Onion Sauce is made with Daisy Sour Cream French Onion Dip. It has all the homemade flavor of caramelized onions and herby goodness with none of the work. The quick sauce is combined with fresh packaged ravioli, creating an impressive, yet super easy dinner in minutes.
Not only is the French Onion Sauce easy to make, it’s also easily customizable. Fresh herbs and extra Parmesan cheese add an elegant touch. Adding any precooked meat or veggies to the sauce will make a heartier dish sure to please your family and friends. This recipe is easily scalable. You can double it for larger groups or divide it in half for a couple.
You’ll enjoy this restaurant quality pasta with French Onion Sauce so much that it’s sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation. This easy but simple dish will impress your guests with minimal prep time.
Mushroom Ravioli with French Onion Sauce Ingredients
- Premade Mushroom Ravioli (18 ounces): Easily accessible in your grocery refrigerator section, premade pasta cooks in only a few minutes and have the fresh taste that rivals homemade pasta without the mess. The texture of fresh pasta is more tender and chewier than frozen pasta.
- Daisy French Onion Dip (1 cup): The secret ingredient to this delicious dish, the dip, adds a creamy deliciousness. It has all the flavor of caramelized onions with none of the work. It makes the base of the sauce silky and creamy with a homemade taste like it took hours to develop.
- Heavy Cream (also called Whipping Cream, 1/2 cup): Adds a richness to the sauce and thins it to the perfect consistency.
- Parmesan Cheese (2 tablespoons, plus more for garnish): Best when freshly shredded, it adds a nutty saltiness to the sauce and is the classic finishing touch to pasta that you know and love.
- Salt and Fresh Cracked Black Pepper (to taste): These simple spices found in every kitchen, elevate your dishes, and enhance the other flavors. Easily customizable to individual tastes, each person can adjust the seasoning of their portion.
- Optional Fresh Basil (a few leaves): It adds a touch of freshness with the classic flavor for which Italian food is known.
Substitutions, Variations, and Tips
- Any flavor of prepared fresh ravioli may be substituted for mushroom ravioli.
- Frozen ravioli may be used in place of fresh, adjusting the cooking time per the directions on the package.
- Half and Half, whole milk, or chicken broth may be used in place of heavy cream. Note, the sauce will be thinner.
- Pecorino, Romano, or Asiago cheese may be substituted for Parmesan. Freshly shredded Parmesan is best. It’s more cost effective, tastes better, and melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
- Try swapping the optional fresh basil for other fresh herbs. Fresh thyme or fresh rosemary would complement the mushroom ravioli well.
- A sprinkling of dried Italian herbs is also a good compliment to the sauce.
- Try adding fresh sauteed mushrooms for a heartier pasta.
- Easily customizable by adding your favorite precooked protein such as grilled chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, or roasted veggies.
- If the sauce is too thick, you can add a spoonful of hot pasta water, one spoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
- If you’re serving a larger group, this recipe is easily doubled. Simply double the ingredients and follow the directions for preparation. Likewise, the recipe can be halved to serve a couple
How to make Mushroom Ravioli with French Onion Sauce
- In a large pan combine Daisy French onion, heavy cream, and parmesan, slowly bring to a simmer (approximately 4-6 minutes). Stir often. Do not boil.
- Meanwhile, cook the ravioli according to the package instructions in a large pot with salted water. Drain the ravioli.
- Gently stir the drained ravioli into the warm sauce to coat.
- If desired, season with salt and pepper to taste, and then garnish with fresh basil and additional parmesan cheese.