Hot Italian Bread Dip(Pampered Chef)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Hot and Cheesy Italian Bread Dip Recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup mayonnaise
	1 cup sour cream
	2 packages Italian salad dressing mix ( like Good Seasoning )
	1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper ( or green , yellow , orange )
	1/8 cup thinly sliced green onion ( optional )
	1 1/2 cups grated gruyere cheese ( Swiss is good too )
	extra virgin olive oil
	sliced Italian bread ( or French bread , Rye bread or any hearty bread )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

400

Sugar

Fat

38g

This Hot Italian Bread Dip Recipe is the perfect appetizer to kick-off any dinner or party. This easy-to-make crowd-pleaser has the perfect combination of tangy, savory and cheesy flavors that everyone will love. The dish is versatile and can be served with a variety of breads like Italian, French, Rye or even with tortilla chips. The red bell pepper adds a mouth-watering texture and aroma that will surely make you want to dig in. This Italian bread dip is sure to be a hit with any crowd!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	In a medium bowl mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, Italian salad dressing mix, red bell pepper, green onion and Gruyere cheese.
3.	Spread olive oil onto a 9 inch pie plate.
4.	Pour in the dip mixture into the plate and bake it for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted with golden brown on the top.
5.	Serve it hot with the sliced bread on the side.

PROS

This Italian bread dip is a crowd pleaser, perfect for any party or gathering.
It can easily be prepared ahead of time and reheated before serving.
The ingredients are simple and easily accessible.
The dip has a deliciously cheesy and savory flavor that will surely be loved by everyone.

CONS

As with any dip, this Italian bread dip is high in calories and fat.
If you are watching your weight, it is recommended that you consume it in moderation.
Also, mayonnaise and sour cream are high in saturated fat, which are not recommended for people with heart problems.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this Italian bread dip is not particularly healthy, it contains some protein and calcium from the cheese. Red bell pepper contains a lot of vitamin C, which can help boost your immune system. It is also rich in antioxidants that can help fight inflammation in the body.