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Blue Cheese Dip with Caramelized Onions

Cathy Pollak — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 14:14:00 +0000

While I love scooping up this blue cheese dip with caramelized onions using thick-cut potato chips, it’s equally mouthwatering as a spread on my favorite burger.

Blue Cheese Onion Dip

If I had to describe this dip, I’d say it combines the flavors of French onion soup and blue cheese into one amazing bite. Thick-cut potato chips make the perfect delivery vessel. The taste is not only impressive but also complex, in a powerhouse kind of way.

It goes without saying, but you might not want to be left alone with a bowl of this dip. One bite easily turns into six with its addictive flavor. Fair warning!

Why I Love This Recipe

I love this dip spread on top of a thick and juicy burger. It’s so good!
This is not your normal onion dip, it has so much more flavor.
It’s a great choice for entertaining since it needs to be made ahead.

Ingredients

It’s all about the onions and the blue cheese in this recipe.

yellow onion – stick with these; they have the most sugar, caramelize the best, and have the sweetest flavor.
olive oil – use sparingly; too much will sauté the onions instead of caramelizing them.
sugar, cayenne and salt
blue cheese – use the best quality you can find, as it’s the backbone of this recipe
plain low-fat or nonfat Greek yogurt – I prefer Fage 2% for this recipe, as its mouthfeel and thickness are just right.
Worcestershire sauce – flavor booster
Port wine -adds so much complexity. See the recipe card if you are looking for a nonalcoholic substitute
mayonnaise – full fat adds the right mouthfeel
fresh lemon juice
scallions

How to Make Blue Cheese Dip with Caramelized Onions

Find the complete recipe with measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Step One: Start by caramelizing the onions in olive oil with sugar and salt in a heavy skillet over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally to prevent burning, but try not to stir too frequently—letting them sit helps them brown nicely. After about 5 minutes, cover the pan to keep moisture in and prevent burning. Let them cook until they’re brown and super soft, which should take about 20-25 minutes. Once they’re done, stir in the port, scraping up any tasty bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. Let the onions cool a bit.
Step Two: Next, in a bowl, mix together the cheese, yogurt, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
Step Three: Now, add the cooled caramelized onions, scallions, and season with salt and cayenne pepper to taste. Give it a good stir to blend everything together. Cover the bowl and chill the dip for at least 2 hours—overnight is even better. Trust me, the flavors really develop beautifully over time.
Step Four: When you’re ready to serve, enjoy this dip with potato chips or spread it generously on your favorite burger.

Recipe Tips

If you’ve had trouble caramelizing onions in the past, the trick is to keep the pan covered. This keeps the moisture inside the onions so they don’t easily burn.
Prepping onions ahead of time is a great time saver. You do not want to caramelize early, but you can peel and dice them and keep them stored in a resealable container ( 1 or 2 cup portion sizes are best) in your freezer. When it’s time to make a recipe you can drop the frozen onions right into your pan for easy cooking.
If blue cheese is not your favorite, you can leave it out and enjoy this recipe as a French onion dip. It’s still good!
This dip will keep in the refrigerator for 4-5 days, so make sure to cover it tightly.

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Blue Cheese Dip with Caramelized Onions

This mouthwatering blue cheese dip with caramelized onions, tastes like a delicious blend of French onion soup and blue cheese goodness. It's so addictive, you just might eat it with a spoon. It's one of the best!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Blue Cheese Dip with Caramelized Onions

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings people

Calories 154kcal

Author Cathy Pollak

Equipment

Ingredients

2 cups yellow onion, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
pinch of sugar
pinch of salt
2 tbsp Port see below for substitute
4 oz blue cheese, crumbled (about 2/3 cup)
6 oz plain low-fat Greek or nonfat Greek yogurt (my preference is Fage 2%)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
juice of 1/2 a lemon
2 tbsps scallions, chopped
salt and cayenne pepper to taste

Instructions

Caramelize onion in olive oil with sugar and salt in a heavy skillet over medium low-heat. Stir occasionally to prevent scorching, but do not stir too often. They will brown better if left alone. After 5 minutes of cooking, cover the pan (the lid keeps moisture inside so the onions won't burn easily). Cook until brown and very soft, 20-25 minutes. Stir in the port, scraping up any brown residue left on the bottom of the pan; cool onions slightly.
2 cups yellow onion, chopped, 1 tbsp olive oil, pinch of sugar, pinch of salt, 2 tbsp Port
Blend cheese, yogurt, mayonnaise, Worcestershire and lemon juice in a bowl.
4 oz blue cheese, crumbled (about 2/3 cup), 6 oz plain low-fat Greek or nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, juice of 1/2 a lemon
Add cooled onions, scallions, salt and cayenne to taste; stir to blend. Cover and chill at least 2 hours, but 24 hours is preferred. The dip really changes flavor over that time.
2 tbsps scallions, chopped, salt and cayenne pepper to taste
Serve with potato chips or spread it on your favorite burger.

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Notes

Port substitute: Use grape juice and balsamic vinegar. Mix 1/2 tablespoon (which is approximately 1 1/2 teaspoons) of grape juice with 1 1/2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar. This ratio maintains the complexity and richness closer to the 2 tablespoons of Port wine needed in this recipe.

For optimal outcomes when preparing this blue cheese dip with caramelized onion, it's recommended to refer to the recipe details within the post. The recipe post commonly includes valuable notes, expert tips and frequently asked questions, that are not presented in the recipe card, often including how to make this recipe dairy-free, gluten free or vegan and ideas for healthy ingredient substitutions or variations.

The provided nutrition information is merely an approximation, as variations can arise depending on the specific ingredients/brands you select.

Nutrition

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Christmas Wreath Veggie Tray with Roasted Onion Dip

Cathy Pollak — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +0000

A simple Christmas Wreath Vegetable tray made from your favorite veggies and served with a tasty, addictive onion dip!

There are so many ways to make your holiday table look more festive! Whether it’s a Santa Snack Board, a Christmas Antipasto Wreath or a tray of holiday favorite Italian Cookies, these seasonal classics are sure to please.

Christmas Wreath Veggie Tray with Roasted Onion Dip Recipe

Be the holiday host with the most and set the scene for an unforgettable get-together this year. Even small gatherings can feel really special.

This festive edible wreath will help you create the perfect Christmas table. It’s the perfect centerpiece for a grab and go buffet or set it on the coffee table while enjoying a favorite Christmas movie.

Whether your Christmas celebrations revolve more around a hearty brunch, a light lunch or a formal sit-down dinner, this holiday veggie tray will get the party started.

Ingredients for Christmas Wreath Veggie Tray and Roasted Onion Dip

Pantry Ingredients

olive oil – this is perfect for roasting
kosher salt
fresh ground coarse black pepper

Fresh Ingredients

broccoli florets – you can purchase these already cut or you can buy the full crowns and cut them yourself
English cucumber – does not have seeds
green beans – you’ll want to blanche these
grape or cherry tomatoes – leave them whole
curly kale – this provides a perfect bed for your veggies
green bell pepper and red bell pepper to make the bow
shallot – use only one bulb
leek – has onion flavor
scallions – green onion 9both white and green parts)
fresh garlic
mayonnaise – full fat version
sour cream -full fat version
lemon juice – must be fresh
fresh thyme

How To Make Roasted Onion Dip

Step one: Heat broiler.

Step two: Toss shallot, leek and scallions with olive oil. Season with kosher salt.

Step three: Broil, tossing once, until charred, 10-15 minutes. Let cool.

Step four: Mix with garlic, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice and thyme. Thin with lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with fresh thyme.

How to Make A Christmas Veggie Tray

Step one: Cover a large, round appetizer board with curly kale leaves or any other type of green lettuce leaves.

Step two: Place your roasted onion dip in the center of the round board and arrange your veggies any way you choose to resemble a wreath.

How To Make A Red Pepper Bow?

Cut your red bell pepper in half, removing all seeds and membranes from one half of the pepper.

Lay the seeded pepper face down on the cutting board and use a knife to cut out the head of the “bow”.

Place the pepper bow at the base of the wreath and cut two straight peppers strips of pepper and slide them under the bow top to resemble ribbons hanging down.

What Other Kinds of Vegetables Can I Use to Make My Wreath

snap peas
olives
carrots
broccolini
endive
celery

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What Size Board Should I Use?

Any size works!

If you want a larger board, like I am using, this large appetizer board is perfect!

Other Holiday Boards You Might Like:

Christmas Wreath Veggie Tray with Roasted Onion Dip

A simple Christmas Wreath Vegetable tray made from your favorite veggies and served with a tasty, addictive onion dip!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Christmas Wreath Veggie Tray with Roasted Onion Dip

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Total Time 45

Servings tablespoons

Calories 44kcal

Author Cathy Pollak

Ingredients

Roasted Onion Dip:

1 shallot bulb, thinly sliced
1 leek, thinly sliced
2 scallions (green and white parts), thinly sliced
1-1/2 tsps olive oil
kosher salt
1 garlic clove, grated
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tsps fresh lemon juice
1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, more for serving
freshly ground black pepper

Christmas Wreath Veggie Tray:

curly kale leaves
broccoli florets
English cucumber, sliced
fresh green beans, blanched
green bell pepper, sliced
grape tomatoes
red bell pepper

Instructions

Onion Dip:

Heat broiler.
Toss shallot, leek and scallions with olive oil. Season with kosher salt.
Broil, tossing once, until charred, 10-15 minutes. Let cool.
Mix with garlic, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice and thyme. Thin with lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with fresh thyme.

Wreath:

Cover a large, round appetizer board with curly kale leaves or any other type of green lettuce leaves
Place your roasted onion dip in the center of the round board and arrange your veggies any way you choose to resemble a wreath.

Notes

The amount of veggies you use is completely up to you, based on how many people your serving. Dip ingredients can be easily doubled or tripled for your specific situation.

Dip make about 1-2/3 cups, or 26 Tablespoons. Nutrition information is for dip only, per tablespoon and does not include any vegetables eaten with the dip.

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