Baked Artichoke Dip

There are many variations of this dip but this is my favorite. The mix of flavors is more complex than most artichoke dip recipes. It comes from Nordstroms Entertaining at Home Cookbook.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 12-14

Ingredients

• 1  cup mayonnaise
• 3⁄4 cup sour cream
• 2  cups parmesan cheese, 8 oz fresh grated
• 3  tablespoons cider vinegar
• 2  tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  teaspoon coarse salt
• 1  teaspoon pepper, freshly ground
• 2 (13 1/2ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1  red bell pepper, roasted, peeled, seeded, and chopped
• 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.
2. Set aside 1/2 cup parmesan cheese.
3. Combine the rest of the ingredients in a bowl and stir until well combined.
4. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish. Top with remaining parmesan cheese.
5. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes until light brown and bubbly.
6. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.