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Great Onion Dip

Creamy Great Onion Dip That Everyone Will Rave About

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Enjoy this Great Onion Dip, rich and creamy with caramelized onions that add a sweet and savory explosion of flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 2 very large Sweet Onions diced
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Mayo
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup Sour Cream adjust for taste
  • 1.5 tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust for heat preference
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
  • 1/2 tablespoon Brown Sugar adjust or omit for less sweetness
  • pinch Salt if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Butter for sautéing
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons Chives finely sliced
  • 1/2 tablespoon Buttermilk Powder optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer or Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Really, Really Great Onion Dip
  1. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat, then add 2 very large diced sweet onions, stirring to coat with the butter.
  2. Cover the skillet and let the onions sweat for about 10 minutes. Remove the lid and sauté the onions on low heat for 45-60 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Remove the skillet from heat and let the onions cool for at least 30 minutes; it's best to refrigerate them for a few hours or overnight.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of mayonnaise until light and fluffy. Gradually add in 1/4 to 1/2 cup of sour cream.
  5. Fold in the cooled onions along with 3 to 4 tablespoons of chives, 1.5 tablespoons of soy sauce, and season with black and cayenne pepper.
  6. Transfer the dip to a serving dish, cover tightly, and chill for at least one hour, preferably overnight. Serve with chips or as a burger topping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This dip is make-ahead friendly; allow flavors to meld beautifully before serving.

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