My Dad’s Famous Onion Dip
Okay, so it’s not actually world-famous, but it’s famous with us. My dad has been making his yummy onion dip for years. He got the recipe from Mamaw and I don’t know how far back it goes before her. But wherever it first came from, it’s ours now. And it’s so good, I’m sharing it with you, too.
My dad and Abby
The best thing about this dip is that it’s super-easy to make–seeing as how this is my dad’s recipe and he is not exactly known for being a chef. In fact, besides this dip, the only other dish he’s been known to make is a grilled cheese sandwich. So, be assured that even the most amateur chefs can impress with this recipe.
Here’s all you need:
A large container of cottage cheese (32 oz.)
An 8 oz. package of cream cheese, softened
And (here’s where the family is split):
For my dad’s original version, he uses 2 or 3 slices of onion, finely chopped,
but my brother and I prefer the onion flake or onion powder version, and I use 3 Tbsp of either of those.
So, to make the dip, just blend all 3 ingredients in a bowl. My dad always uses a hand mixer and just keeps blending until it’s creamy and smooth. I like to use my Cuisinart Smart Stick and it gets the mixture creamy in no time.
That’s it, y’all! You can add as little or as much of the onion as you’d like to your preference.
Serve this at your Super Bowl party and your friends will love it. Or just serve it to the family with a nice grilled cheese. Maybe I can get my dad to share his secret recipe for that, too. Enjoy!
February 4, 2011 @ 2:42 pm
Thanks for the recipe! Looking forward to trying it. I miss French Onion dip in the States, but probably a good thing I don't have it easily available. Helps me not crave chips. So, maybe I shouldn't try it! đŸ˜‰
February 4, 2011 @ 3:41 pm
Can't wait to try it for the superbowl this weekend.
February 4, 2011 @ 3:50 pm
thanks for sharing, hope your dad is doing good!
February 4, 2011 @ 5:23 pm
Love these fast, simple old favorites. We will try this for sure! Hugs-Diana
February 4, 2011 @ 5:43 pm
Sounds yummy! And don't you love having a recipe that reminds you of someone special!
February 4, 2011 @ 5:57 pm
Oh that sounds good. I think I'll be making that tomorrow. I LOVE onion dip.
Thanks for the great recipe.
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February 4, 2011 @ 6:15 pm
That would be a nice and easy dip recipet for Super Bowl, Julie! Thanks for sharing it!
February 5, 2011 @ 3:19 pm
I love onion dip! Gonna have to give this one a try! Thanks for sharing!