A delicious cheddar dip made with sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and sautéed onions, served with warm and crispy crostini. Perfect for celebrating National Cheddar Day!
1: Heat oven to 375 degrees. Line baking sheet with baguette slices. Drizzle with olive oil. Set aside until dip is ready to go in the oven.
2: Over medium heat, warm butter in cast iron skillet. Add onion. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring 2-3 times to prevent burning. Remove onion from pan and set aside in small bowl to cool when golden brown.
3: In a food processor, pulse cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
4: In medium sized bowl, add cheese, cornstarch, salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
5: Add cream mixture and onions. Stir altogether to incorporate.
6: Add to medium sized oven proof pan (about 6-8” in width). Sprinkle with a layer of cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until dip is light golden. At the same time, place prepared baguette slices in oven.
7: Remove baguette slices when golden brown and toasted, about 8-12 minutes.
8: Increase oven temperature to broil and finish dip to gain a crispy top, for 1-2 minutes longer.
9: Remove from oven and garnish with fresh cilantro, sour cream, green onions, and lime. Drizzle with oil. Serve with crostini and enjoy!
