Party-Worthy Cheese Dip Recipes

Alton Brown's cheesy, hot artichoke dip is just the thing your crowd needs to get the party started right.

This rich, garlicky dip caused a feeding frenzy in the Food Network test kitchen. We've taken a beloved shrimp-and-pasta dish and made it into a creamy, crowd-pleasing appetizer. You can make it ahead to take to a nearby potluck, then ask your host if you can borrow some oven space to quickly bake it.

Trisha’s dip brings a triple dose of cheese to the party: It's made with a combo of Monterey Jack, sharp cheddar and cream cheese.

Ina adds caramelized onions to give this dip its sweet difference. Serve with crunchy vegetables like celery, carrots and endives for a contrast in texture and flavor.

This ultra-creamy dip gets its flavor from three cheeses: parmesan, goat and cream cheese. After baking, a balsamic-tomato dressing provides a tangy balance to the rich dish.

Zesty with hot sauce, this creamy cheese dip, packed with rotisserie chicken, tastes just like your favorite chicken wings — without all the napkins. Chopped carrot and celery sprinkled on top of the dip adds freshness and crunch.

This crowd-pleasing cheese dip is ultra-simple to make and easy to upgrade with toppings. Try the fresh cilantro-jalapeno mixture suggested here, or get creative. For a meaty version, sprinkle the queso with your favorite sausage (cooked and crumbed), or chopped pepperoni.

Make Ree's cheesy, party-ready dip ahead, and reheat it when you're ready, so fellow football fans can dive in during the big game without a big fuss in the kitchen.

Toasted pistachios are a hearty surprise in Trisha's take on a cheesy dip.

Grab a plate, scoop and then dip. The work of layering pays off with this delicious (and beautiful) Tex-Mex inspired crowd pleaser. Make this dip the day before and refrigerate to save time on game day.

This festive cheese dip is a classic appetizer for game day or a tailgate, but is equally welcome during a night in with friends.

On a chilly winter evening, Trisha Yearwood's cheesy dip will warm up the crowd. Chopped green chiles and Monterey Jack add a kick to the creamy corn.

This party dip usually comes with bragging rights for an indulgent amount of fat. Our slow-cooker version is full of the same big flavors but with fewer calories and less fat.

This hearty dip has the works: pepperoni, onions and bell peppers stirred into a thick tomato sauce, all topped with gooey melted cheese. Serve in a skillet and let your guests pile their baguette slices high with toppings, deep-dish style.

This fresh, tasty dip takes its inspiration from a takeout favorite, fried crab rangoon dumplings.

Make a Monterey jack and mozzarella dipping sauce complete with cooked chorizo and chopped jalapenos.

Baked ricotta is infused with bright, fresh flavor thanks to lemon zest, thyme, rosemary and just a pinch of red pepper flakes.

This is nine layers of deliciousness that really delivers on its namesake. Your partygoers won't believe how much it tastes like the real thing! Make the day before and refrigerate to save time on game day.

What’s Valerie’s favorite thing about her cheesy dip? “It’s easy,” she says. “It’s only in one pan, and you get to eat it out of that pan, too!”