HOT LEMON ARTICHOKE DIP

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"I found this recipe more than 15 years ago, and it has been requested every time I've been invited to a party," writes Robin Klawinski of Eagle, Idaho. Since this dip is heated in the microwave instead of the oven, it can be ready to serve guests in mere minutes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
6 ounces brick cheese, shredded
1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
Crackers and fresh vegetables

Steps:

In a 1-qt. microwave-safe serving bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until bubbly, stirring occasionally. , Stir in the brick cheese, artichokes, Parmesan cheese, lemon peel, garlic powder and pepper. Microwave on high for 3 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring several times. Stir in parsley. Serve warm with crackers and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.