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Baked Sun-Dried Tomato and Pesto Dip

Creamy Baked Sun-Dried Tomato and Pesto Dip for Parties

This Baked Sun-Dried Tomato and Pesto Dip is a creamy, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • ¼ cup Basil Pesto can substitute with homemade or store-bought
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese softened to room temperature
  • ⅔ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes chopped, opt for oil-packed
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated, can substitute with pecorino or nutritional yeast
  • 8 ounces Sour Cream can use Greek yogurt
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic minced, adjust quantity to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil can substitute with fresh herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano can substitute with fresh herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme can substitute with fresh herbs
  • to taste Fresh Basil Leaves optional garnish
  • 1 loaf Baguette can substitute with crackers, pita chips, or crostini

Equipment

  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ¼ cup of basil pesto with 4 ounces of softened cream cheese. Whisk or mash until smooth. Spread evenly in a small baking dish.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the remaining cream cheese with ⅔ cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes, 1 cup of grated parmesan, 8 ounces of sour cream, minced garlic, and a pinch of dried basil, oregano, and thyme. Stir until creamy.
  4. Spread the creamy filling over the pesto layer in the baking dish using a spatula.
  5. Bake for 22-26 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  6. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve warm with sliced baguette or dippers and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth mixing. Can prepare ahead and bake right before serving.

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