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Ultimate Party Dips and Sauces Trio: Hot Spinach & Artichoke, French Onion, and Green Goddess

A trio of exceptional party dips and sauces designed to be the centerpiece of any gathering. This collection includes a rich and cheesy Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip, a deeply savory homemade French Onion Dip, and a vibrant, herbaceous Green Goddess Sauce. Together, they offer a perfect balance of hot, creamy, and fresh flavors to please every guest.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

  • For the Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip: 1 10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry, 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped, 8 oz cream cheese, softened, 1 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided, 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional
  • For the Creamy French Onion Dip: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried
  • For the Green Goddess Sauce & Dip: 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt or sour cream, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup packed fresh soft herbs basil, parsley, chives, tarragon), 2 anchovy fillets or 1 teaspoon anchovy paste, 1 small clove garlic, Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium baking dish or oven-safe skillet
  • Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • Blender or food processor
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Plate for cooling

Method
 

  1. For the Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, combine spinach, artichokes, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, 1 cup mozzarella, all Parmesan, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a baking dish, top with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Cool 5 minutes before serving.
  2. For the Creamy French Onion Dip: Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt. Cook for 30-40 minutes until deeply caramelized, stirring occasionally. Add thyme in the last 5 minutes. Let onions cool completely, then finely chop. In a bowl, combine sour cream, Greek yogurt, Worcestershire, garlic powder, and pepper. Fold in chopped onions. Season with salt. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Garnish with chives before serving.
  3. For the Green Goddess Sauce & Dip: In a blender, combine soft herbs, anchovies, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped. Add Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth. Pour into a bowl, stir in chopped chives. Season generously with salt and pepper. Use immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

Texture Tips: For a thinner French Onion Dip, stir in a splash of milk. For a smoother Spinach & Artichoke Dip, pulse in a food processor before baking. Make-Ahead: All dips can be made ahead. French Onion Dip benefits from overnight refrigeration. Green Goddess can be made 2 days ahead. Spinach & Artichoke can be assembled and refrigerated a day before baking; add a few extra minutes if baking cold. Serving Suggestions: Serve with tortilla chips, baguette, pita, ridged potato chips, fresh vegetables, endive, roasted potato wedges, pretzels, or crackers. Green Goddess also works as a sandwich spread or salad dressing.