Asiago Cheese and Artichoke Dip (Holiday inspiration)

 

                Asiago is a semifirm Italian cheese that is rich and nutty. Full of flavor, a little of this cheese goes a long way ! Enjoy crisp breadsticks, raw vegetables or baked pita or tortilla chips with this tasty, low-fat Asiago dip.

Makes 16 servings (2 tablespoons dip and 2 breadsticks each)

• 1 package (8 oz) fat-free cream cheese
• ½ cup fat-free sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fat-free half-and-half or evaporated fat-free milk
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup shredded Asiago cheese
• 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained, chopped
• 4 medium green onions, chopped (¼ cup)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Crisp breadsticks or crackers

1. Heat oven to 350F (180C).
2. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth ; beat in sour cream, half-and-half and salt.
3. Stir in Asiago cheese, artichoke hearts and onions ; spoon into 1-quart casserole or small ovenproof serving dish.
4. Bake uncovered 10 to 15 minutes or until hot and cheese is melted.
5. Remove from oven ; stir, sprinkle with parsley.
6. Serve with breadsticks.

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