Delicious Dip Recipes Made in the Slow Cooker (2024)

FAQs

What size slow cooker is best for dips? ›

Tips for Choosing the Right Slow Cooker

Those in the 1- to 1.5-quart category are great when cooking for one or making dips, while 2.5 quarts and larger is best for cooking for two to three or those who prefer leftovers.

How long does spinach artichoke dip last in the fridge? This dip will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days. I recommend reheating the pan covered in the oven until warmed through, or you can microwave individual portions.

Perfect for dipping with crackers, baguettes, carrots or celery sticks and even some homemade pita like I have here. I live for homemade pita – it's easy and so, so much better than store bought. We love how light and fluffy the homemade version is, so I always try to make it when I can.

If you'd like a little more room for leftovers or the ability to cook for a few guests now and then, a 3 1/2 to 4 1/2-quart pot is big enough for most medium-sized dishes. For a family of three to five or a leftover-obsessed couple, a 5 to 6-quart slow cooker is the perfect size.

Slow cookers range in capacity, from a compact 1.5 litres up to 7 litres. As a general guide, a 1.5 to 2.3-litre capacity is great for two people, a larger 4 to 4.5 litres will feed four, and 5.5 to 7 litres is ideal for four to six people.

Cheddar cheese: Sharp cheddar or mild cheddar cheese can be a great substitute for Velveeta. It melts well and has a rich flavor. You can shred or cube the cheddar and use it in your macaroni and cheese recipe. Colby cheese: Colby cheese is another good substitute with a mild flavor and smooth melting properties.

Ingredients for queso without velveeta:

half and half: This is the base of our cheese dip. extra sharp cheddar cheese: Buy a block and grate it yourself. Bagged, shredded cheese has a coating on it that impedes melting. Monterey Jack cheese: Same rule applies--buy a block and grate it fresh for best results.

You'll also find that shredded cheddar cheese is a wonderful replacement for shredded Velveeta. Cheddar typically has an orange or yellow color, just like Velveeta, and is very versatile. It melts well and can be sliced, and it tastes great with just about every food.

"Best dip ever! I buy it every time I go to Costco," one person said. "Staple in my house," another said. In case you still need inspiration, people also said they add Tabasco to this to give it an extra kick.

What are the best chips for artichoke dip? ›

Pita chips are made from baked or fried pita bread, and they go exceptionally well with artichoke dip. Even if you don't like artichoke, you're bound to love this fantastic dip. Made with artichoke hearts, mayo, sour cream, parmesan cheese, and onion, this dip tastes great warm or cold.

You can serve Spinach Dip with crudité, pita chips, homemade tortilla chips (my personal favorite) or any type of crackers.

When preparing an artichoke, discard the center "choke" (except in baby artichokes), but the base of the petals, the center of the stem and the entire artichoke heart are completely edible and easy to cook. That's when all the fun begins!

Most families will enjoy an average slow cooker size of 6 to 7-quarts. Even smaller families with big eaters (for example, one parent and two teens) will prefer this standard size slow cooker. If you're cooking for 1 to 2 people, then a 3 to 5-quart small slow cooker may be preferred.

A 5- or 6-quart slow cooker is the most versatile option.

It can be used for everything from dinners to meal prep and more. If you use your slow cooker a lot, you might find it worthwhile to buy both a large and small slow cooker, because the size of the slow cooker called for in a recipe does matter.

If your slow cooker plans are all about big-batch cooking or feeding a large potluck crew (maybe once we're all given the green light to gather again), you're going to want a 6-quart slow cooker or something even larger.

The small slow cooker has a 2-quart capacity that feeds 2+ people and is perfect for making small meals or dips. Use the manual warm setting to keep food warm while you are serving, or for heating up leftovers.