Hot Crab Dip

I made this last night for a dinner party and it was a HUGE hit.  Gone in seconds!  I went to the local chinese restaurant and had them fry me won ton strips almost like chips and walked out with 2 big bags for $4!! Yes you heard me right, four dollars!  This was significantly cheaper than me making my own (which you could very well do, and would probably be healthier)

8 oz cream cheese softened
1 cup sour cream
4 Tbsp mayo
4 Tbsp butter, softened
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 Tbsp diced jalapenos (I think I added more than that just because I like things spicy)
1 tsp seasoned salt (you could also use Old Bay)
cracked pepper to taste
dash of hot sauce
1/2 tsp Paprika
2 (6 oz) cans white crab, drained
1 cup mozzarella cheese

Blend first 4 ingredients until smooth, add salt, paprika, pepper, and hot sauce.  Blend.  Stir in the rest of the ingredients and bake @ 325 for 30 min.  I also added a little parmesan cheese and put more mozzarella cheese on top for the last 5 minutes of baking.  Tasted very much like crab rangoon if you're a fan of it like me, yum yum yum!

Clam Dip

Sounds yucky if you're not a fan of shellfish...or allergic, which could pose a problem...if so...you might as well quit while you're ahead. 
My little brother brought this to family Thanksgiving and told me to try it.  He got the recipe from his friend Kasey's grandmother.  I'll admit I was hesitant, but this stuff is stinkin' good!  I almost couldn't stop...well not almost...let's face it, I couldn't stop.  And to top it all off it's SUPER easy!

1 pkg cream cheese
1 can minced clams (save the juice, you'll need that later)
equal parts clam juice and lemon juice (this is where you decide how strong you want the dip to be)
A dollop of mayo
Sprinkle with chopped chives (I think he used green onions, which I prefer)

Mix all ingredients except the green onions in a bowl with a small hand mixer or food processor so there aren't any clam chunks...sorry that just sounds gross...Stir in the green onions at the end if you use a food processor, if not just blend them right in.  Chill and serve with corn chips.  Ps. Frito Scoops are the shiz...

Corn Dip

I'm not gonna lie, this doesn't look too pretty, but it tastes pretty darn good.

3 cans Mexi-corn, drained
1 cup mayo
2 cups sour cream
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 lb cheddar cheese
juice of one lime
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste (I like a little more)
pinch of salt

In a large serving bowl, stir together all ingredients.  Refrigerate until chilled before serving.

I serve this dip with corn chips (the scoops are awesome) and I have tried this both hot and cold.  It is really good both ways.  I've learned what makes all the difference is actually letting it refrigerate, the longer the better.  I think it is even better the next day!

Cucumber Dip

1 whole Cucumber, peeled and diced
1 package cream cheese (use the full fat, otherwise it's not as good)
1 cup sour cream
3 Tablespoons lemon juice
1 Tablespoon Dill (I'm guesstimating on this because I really just do it to taste, but I use a lot)
Salt

After peeling and dicing cucumber, sprinkle generously with salt, let sit for about 5 minutes. Mix all other ingredients together until smooth. Fold in cucumber. Serve with Pita Chips!

Mexican Dip

This deliciousness is courtesy of Blake's Grandma Laura. The sour cream is courtesy of me.

Mexican Dip
1Package softened cream cheese (pop that sucker in the microwave for about 15 sec)
1 packet taco seasoning
1/2 jar salsa
1 can mexicali corn
A couple of dollups of sour cream
Cilantro to taste

Mix it all together and eat it with tortilla chips. This recipe can also be heated in the oven or microwave and eaten warm. Either way it's GOOOOD.