Date and Blue Cheese Dip Recipe

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This dip is a hit because it delivers so much flavor with such little effort. Blue cheese makes it tangy; dates add sweetness, walnuts a little crunch, and the sour cream pulls it all together in a luscious way. Try it as a spread on pork or chicken sandwiches, too.

Make ahead: You can eat the dip right away, but it tastes even better after being refrigerated for 1 day.

Storage: Refrigerate for up to 4 days; stir before serving.

From recipes editor Ann Maloney.

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Ingredients

measuring cup

Servings: 5 (makes about 1 1/4 cups)

Directions

Time Icon Total: 20 mins

  • Step 1

    In a medium bowl, stir together the sour cream, blue cheese and salt until well combined. Add the dates, bacon and walnuts and stir to incorporate. Top with a sprinkle of dates, if desired. Serve with pita chips, dried apple slices, or fresh sliced apple and/or pear.

    • Substitutions

    Nut-free? >> Skip the walnuts or sub in your favorite seeds, such as unsalted pumpkin.

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    Nutritional Facts

    (1/4 cup)

    • Calories

      209

    • Fat

      15 g

    • Saturated Fat

      8 g

    • Carbohydrates

      13 g

    • Sodium

      384 mg

    • Cholesterol

      31 mg

    • Protein

      9 g

    • Fiber

      1 g

    • Sugar

      8 g

    This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.

    From recipes editor Ann Maloney.

    Tested by Ann Maloney.

    Published December 12, 2023

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