Description
Mississippi sin dip blends creamy cream cheese with tangy ranch and zesty peppers for a southern comfort classic. Guests will devour this crowd-pleasing appetizer that brings southern hospitality to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480 ml) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
- ½ cup (120 ml) ham, diced and cooked
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) garlic powder
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup (60 ml) green onions, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 (16 oz / 454 g) loaf French bread or sourdough bread
Instructions
- Bread Preparation: Carefully slice off the top of the bread loaf and hollow out the interior, maintaining a robust shell for the dip.
- Mixture Blending: Combine cream cheese, cheddar, sour cream, ham, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and onion powders, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl, stirring until smooth and well-integrated.
- Filling and Wrapping: Pour the creamy mixture into the bread shell, ensuring even distribution. Completely envelop the bread and filling with aluminum foil, creating a sealed packet.
- Baking Process: Place the foil-wrapped dip on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 350F (175C) for 35-40 minutes, allowing the ingredients to meld and develop a rich, bubbling consistency.
- Serving Presentation: Remove the foil, revealing the golden, molten dip. Arrange the bread bowl on a serving platter alongside the reserved bread cubes, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks for an inviting appetizer spread.
Notes
- Prevent Soggy Base: Lightly toast the inside of bread shell before adding dip to create a protective barrier against moisture, ensuring a crisp foundation.
- Select Ham Strategically: Choose high-quality, lean ham like Black Forest or smoked ham for robust flavor and minimal excess liquid that could make dip watery.
- Temperature Control Technique: Let dip sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before baking to ensure even heating and prevent cold spots in the center.
- Dairy Balance Matters: Use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream for rich, smooth texture; low-fat versions can separate and become grainy during baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg