This Cheesy Jalapeno Artichoke Dip is full of flavor, and great served with tortilla chips or spread on a baguette. Inspired by Psycho Suzi‘s “Backfire” Dip.
Originally Posted May 14, 2013. Updated 1/12/2021
Recently, my friend Susi made a VERY quick trip to Minnesota.
She moved away almost two years ago - on the DAY of our tornado, no less. Great timing on her part, but we've missed her ever since.
As has become tradition, we met up at Psycho Suzi's for drinks, nibbles, and great conversation.
Jalapeno Artichoke Dip - “Backfire” Dip!
While their jalapeno artichoke dip itself is listed as gluten free, the normal accompaniment - baguette - is decidedly NOT... and I always had to order mine with corn chips.
That night, I decided that the time had come to start making it at home.
The dip is just far too good to reserve for the times when we're willing to brave the loud, sensory-overload environment at the restaurant.
I bought the ingredients the next morning, banged out a recipe, and ... Wow.
I had decided to make my version creamier and cheesier than the source material, and added white wine and provolone.
The end result is nothing short of spectacular. Definitely the best artichoke dip I've ever had!
This makes a fair amount of dip, so it's great for parties.
If you - like us - only have a couple of people to feed, never fear - it reheats well, and it's just way too addictive to go to waste. You will plow through a batch in no time!
More Midwest Inspired Recipes
Looking for some more recipes inspired by my time living in Minnesota? Here's a few for ya! (Oh ya, you betcha?)
Beer Battered Corn on the Cob
Boozy Sparkling Cider Float
Candy Bar Salad
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Hotdish
Chicken Based Swedish Potato Sausage
Midwest Goes Southwest HotDish
Spinach Hand Pies
Tim Walz' New Ulm Hotdish - Upgraded!
Looking for More Recipes for "The Big Game"?
... or other watching party, or just to up your snack food game for the hell of it? I've got you covered with the BEST Super Bowl Party food ideas!
40+ Fantastic Wing Recipes
Ahi Tuna Nachos
Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers
Armadillo Eggs
Baked Reuben Poppers
Beer Pretzels with Jalapeno Jack Dip
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Dip
Colourful Coleslaw
Dill Pickle Cream Cheese Dip
Fat Elvis Cupcakes
Football Soft Pretzel Bites
Game Day Popcorn
Ginger Wasabi Dip
Gluten Free Fried Chicken
Gluten-Free Pasta Salad
Gluten Free Pizza Bites
Hot Cheeseburger Dip
Hot Smoked Bacon Jalapeno Poppers
How to Cook Perogies in an Air Fryer
Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Pretzels
Keto Fried Chicken
Keto Mozzarella Sticks
Loaded Baked Potato Skins
Loaded Pierogi Nachos
Muffaletta Skewers
Peanut Jalapeno Beer Brittle
Pierogi Pizza
Porter House Guacamole
Porter's Epic Popcorn
Queso Dip from Scratch
Sauerkraut Buns - Piroshki
Smoked Cheese Balls
Smoked French Fries
Smoky Bacon Crab Dip
Super Bowl Charcuterie Board
Share the Love!
Before you chow down, be sure to take some pics of your handiwork! If you Instagram it, be sure to tag me - @CelebrationGenerationCA - or post it to My Facebook Page - so I can cheer you on!
Also, be sure to subscribe to my free monthly email newsletter, so you never miss out on any of my nonsense.
Well, the published nonsense, anyway!
Cheesy Jalapeno Artichoke Dip ["Backfire Dip"]
Ingredients
- 2 Cans Artichoke Hearts Drained and chopped, Artichoke size doesn’t matter
- 1 Red Bell Pepper Seeded and roughly chopped
- 3 Jalapeno Peppers Finely chopped*
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 3 Garlic cloves Pressed or finely minced
- ½ Cup Dry White Wine
- 12 oz Cream Cheese Softened
- 1 ¼ Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Divided
- 8 oz Provolone Cheese Shredded
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Lemon Zest
- ½ teaspoon Ground
- Salt To taste
Instructions
- Heat broiler to high.
- In a large saucepan over medium high heat, cook artichoke hearts, peppers, olive oil, and garlic together for a few minutes, until peppers soften a little. Add white wine, cook for another minute.
- Carefully mix in softened cream cheese, stirring gently until smooth and well incorporated. Continue heating, stirring frequently, until cheese starts to bubble.
- Add in 1 cup of the Parmesan, all of the provolone, as well as the lemon zest and pepper. Stir constantly, until all cheese is melted and smooth. Season with salt, to taste.
- Transfer mixture to an oven safe glass baking dish, such as Pyrex – we used a large Pyrex loaf pan. Sprinkle with remaining ¼ cup of parmesan cheese.
- Broil for a few minutes, until the top of the dip is as browned as you’d like it. Serve hot, with sliced crusty baguette or veggies. Serving corn chips with it is a great option to keep it gluten free, if needed!
Notes
Nutrition
Cheese Recipes
Are you a wild cheese freak like us? We've some recipes for you!
Brie en Croute
Easy Cheese Souffle
Grilled Halloumi Salad with Peaches & Figs
Heart Shaped Beer Pretzels with Jalapeno Jack Dip
Hot Cheeseburger Dip
How to Make Fromage Fort
How to Make Proper Queso
Paneer Burgers
Smoked Cheese Balls
Smoked Jalapeno Poppers
Southwest Fondue
The One Cheese Ring
Leave a Reply