Caramelized Onion & Chive Creamy Dip

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped

Instructions

1. Caramelize the Onions:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the unsalted butter and allow it to melt.
- Add the sliced sweet onions and brown sugar to the skillet. Stir to combine. Cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onions become a deep, golden brown. This will develop their sweetness and mouthwatering flavor.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

2. Deglaze the Pan:
- Increase the heat to medium-high. Pour in the dry white wine and balsamic vinegar.
- Stir well, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cook until the liquid has mostly evaporated, about 2-3 minutes.

3. Add Worcestershire Sauce:
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, mixing thoroughly to integrate all flavors. Remove from heat and allow the onion mixture to cool slightly.

4. Prepare the Cream Base:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.

5. Combine Ingredients:
- Once the onions have cooled slightly, mix them into the cream base.
- Add kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and finely chopped fresh chives. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.

6. Chill and Serve:
- Transfer the dip to a serving dish or bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld and develop.
- Serve chilled with your favorite chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

Total Time

PT1H35M
1 hour 35 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Onion Dip, Creamy Chive Dip, Homemade Snack, Caramelized Onion, Party Dip, Cream Cheese Dip, Appetizer Recipe, Onion and Chive, Easy Dip Recipe, Gourmet Snack

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1,650 calories

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