500 dipping recipes

Fiery hot salsa fresca with diced tomato, onion, sweet yellow and green bell peppers, and three habaneros for serious heat. Brightened with cilantro, oregano, and fresh lime juice. No cooking required.

Vegan soya bean paté with sautéed onions, tomato paste, black olives, parsley, and toasted sesame seeds. A high-protein spread for crackers or toast.

Creamy cheese spread with toasted walnuts, lemon, and green onion. A 5-minute appetizer perfect with pumpernickel or whole wheat crackers for effortless entertaining.

Tart green mango, fresh lemongrass, and red chili slices create a bright Southeast Asian salsa that cuts through rich grilled meats and seafood in just 8 minutes.

This is truly an authentic Mexican recipe as her husband was from Mexico.

Smooth, tangy creamed herring spread made with pickled herring, sour cream, tart apple, and onion. A no-cook Scandinavian-style appetizer ready in 20 minutes.

A delicious spread made with mushrooms, garlic and pecorino-romano cheese that is best served with tasty bread rounds.

A unique and delicious salsa made with english cucumbers and fresh papaya or mango.

Curried mayonnaise with red curry paste, saffron, and lime juice blended smooth. A five-minute condiment that transforms sandwiches, tuna salad, and cold cuts with warm, spicy depth.

Mushroom pate with a pound of sauteed mushrooms, dry vermouth, Parmesan, sour cream, and toasted pecans. A rich, earthy spread for crackers and crostini.

A smooth, tangy avocado cream blended from ripe avocado, lime, and creme fraiche. A pourable five-minute crema to dollop over grilled meat, spoon into wraps, or drizzle on tacos.

Use as a dip or topping for grilled chicken, seafood, etc., inspired by Diana Rattray

Silky pear butter simmered with white wine, vanilla bean, cardamom, and whole spices, then canned for year-round enjoyment. A gorgeous homemade preserve that makes Bartlett pears shine.

With this simple and easy recipe, you can enjoy your Octoberfest wonderfully at home.

Tropical fruit and black bean salsa with diced mango, pineapple, papaya, red onion, and jalapeño. A fresh, no-cook salsa that's sweet, spicy, and colorful.

Five-ingredient baked chicken slathered in French onion dip and topped with buttery crushed crackers. The ultimate retro casserole-aisle dinner with a crisp golden crust.