Best 7 Layered Italian Dip With Crisp Wontons Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to Italy with our irresistible Layered Italian Dip, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delightful dip features creamy layers of ricotta cheese, tangy sun-dried tomato pesto, and savory Italian sausage, all nestled atop a crispy wonton crust. Each bite is a delightful symphony of textures, from the velvety smoothness of the cheese to the satisfying crunch of the wontons. Accompanied by three additional delectable recipes – Creamy Pesto Pasta, Italian Sausage Stuffed Shells, and Caprese Skewers – this Layered Italian Dip is the perfect centerpiece for your next gathering, offering a taste of Italy's culinary treasures.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN SEVEN-LAYER DIP



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 baguette, thinly sliced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Freshly ground black pepper
2 cups ricotta
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup chicken stock
5 cloves garlic, chopped
12 ounces spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini, drained
One 12-ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
One 12-ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
One 8-ounce container fresh mozzarella ciliegine, drained and cut in half
8 leaves basil, cut into chiffonade

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the crostini: Lay the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush with the oil and then sprinkle with the salt, garlic powder and some fresh pepper. Bake for 15 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through. Remove the crostini from the oven and set aside. Turn the oven to broil.
  • For the dip: In medium bowl, combine the ricotta with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until fully combined, then transfer to an 8-by-8-inch pan, spreading the mixture evenly across the bottom. Set aside.
  • In a large pan with a lid, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions, and sweat for 3 to 5 minutes. Add the halved grape tomatoes, chicken stock and garlic and bring to a boil; cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook until the tomatoes have softened and the mixture has thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • While the tomatoes are cooking, add the sausage to a saute pan over high heat. Break up sausage with a wooden spoon and cook it through. When the sausage is finished, spoon it directly over the ricotta and spread it out evenly.
  • When the tomatoes are done, spoon them over the sausage layer. Top the tomato layer with the sliced pepperoncini, marinated artichokes and roasted peppers. Place the halved ciliegine on top.
  • Place the dip under the broiler and broil on high heat until the cheese has browned slightly, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove the dip from the broiler and top with the basil. Serve immediately with the crostini.

ITALIAN LAYERED DIP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h16m

Yield 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces cream cheese
6 ounces goat cheese
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
6 ounces pesto
8 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, chopped*
*Note: if you use dehydrated tomatoes ? add a little water to them and allow them to rehydrate slightly.

Steps:

  • Let cream cheese and goat cheese soften at room temperature. Mix cheeses together with minced garlic. Line a casserole dish with plastic wrap. Put 1/3 of the cheese mixture in the dish, spreading it evenly to the sides. Next, layer ingredients in the following order: the sun-dried tomatoes, 1/3 cheese mixture, pesto, and remaining cheese in the same manner. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • To serve, turn upside down on a platter. Serve with crackers.

CALI-TALIAN 7 LAYER DIP



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon Calabrian chile paste
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
One 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup prepared pesto
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
1 cup shredded Parmesan
1 1/2 cups chopped arugula or romaine
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, sliced
1 avocado, diced
Pita chips and celery sticks, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the ricotta, sour cream, chile paste, oregano and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt in the bowl of a food processor. Puree until smooth. Remove to a medium bowl. In the same food processor, combine the beans, pesto, 2 tablespoons of the lemon juice and 3/4 teaspoons of the salt. Puree until smooth. Spread the bean mixture on the bottom of an 8-inch baking dish. Pour the ricotta mixture on top and spread evenly.
  • Sprinkle the Parmesan over the ricotta. Sprinkle the arugula over the cheese layer. Sprinkle the sun-dried tomatoes and olives over the top. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Just before serving, toss the avocado with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice and spread evenly on the top. Serve with pita chips and celery sticks.

LAYERED ITALIAN DIP WITH CRISP WONTONS



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Delicious Mediterranean flavors top a surprise ingredient in these pretty appetizers.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 9

14 wonton skins (about 3 1/4-inch square)
Cooking spray
1 can (15.5 oz) great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1/4 cup shredded fresh Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup Caesar dressing
1 cup finely chopped pepperoni (about 4 oz)
1/2 cup chopped drained pepperoncini peppers (bottled Italian peppers)
3/4 cup finely shredded Italian cheese blend (3 oz)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Cut each wonton skin in half into 2 triangles. On 2 large ungreased cookie sheets, arrange wonton skins in single layer. Spray wontons with cooking spray. Bake about 6 minutes or until crisp; cool.
  • In food processor, place beans, Parmesan cheese and dressing. Cover; process until smooth. Spread mixture in ungreased 9-inch microwavable pie plate or quiche dish.
  • Top with pepperoni, pepperoncini peppers, cheese blend and oregano. Cover with microwavable plastic wrap.
  • Microwave on High 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, turning pan once halfway through cooking. Serve with crisp wontons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (3 Tablespoons Dip and 2 Wontons), Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

CRISPY ITALIAN WONTONS RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by á-5531

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 spray(s) olive oil cooking spray
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons reduced-fat pesto sauce
3 tablespoons roasted red peppers (packed in water), chopped
2 tablespoons part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
16 wonton wrappers
1 cup store bought marinara sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat a large baking sheet with a good amount of cooking spray. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, pesto, peppers and mozzarella. Place wonton wrappers on prepared baking sheet so wontons become saturated with oil. Place 1 tablespoon ricotta mixture onto center of each wrapper. Dip a finger into water and use it to moisten edges of wrapper; fold over one corner of wrapper to make a triangle and press sides together to create a seal. (If desired, create decorative lines along edges of wontons by pressing tines of a fork along bottom edge of each wonton.) Bake until wontons are golden brown on edges and dough is just cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

ITALIAN LAYERED DIP WITH CRISP CRACKERS



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Two types of cheese, canned beans, pepperoni and peppers make this delicious Italian-style layered dip come together in just 25 minutes - serve with crisp crackers.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (15.5-oz.) can great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1 oz. (1/4 cup) shredded fresh Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup purchased Caesar salad dressing
1 cup finely chopped pepperoni (about 4 oz.)
1/2 cup chopped drained pepperoncini peppers
3 oz. (3/4 cup) finely shredded Italian cheese blend
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
40 crisp crackers

Steps:

  • Place beans, Parmesan cheese and salad dressing in food processor bowl with metal blade; process until smooth. Spread mixture in ungreased 9-inch microwave-safe pie pan or quiche dish.
  • Top with pepperoni, pepperoncini peppers, shredded Italian cheese blend and oregano. Cover with microwave-safe plastic wrap.
  • Microwave on HIGH for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, turning pan once halfway through cooking. Serve with crisp crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 1 g

5 LAYER ITALIAN DIP



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Another tried and true. I have been making this one since I tried at a dinner party. Great when you want to bring something a little different.

Provided by Cookiegirlandi

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
1/3 cup di giorno pesto sauce
1 (4 ounce) jar chopped pimiento, drained
1/2 cup shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese
crackers or sliced Italian bread

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
  • Spread mixture on bottom of 9-inch pie plate or quiche dish.
  • Layer pesto, pimientos, mozzarella cheese and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese over cream cheese.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  • Serve with crackers or sliced Italian bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.9, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 61.1, Sodium 624.9, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.5, Protein 10.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh herbs, veggies, and cheese will give your dip the best flavor.
  • Don't overmix the dip: Overmixing can make the dip runny and less flavorful.
  • Chill the dip before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and make the dip more refreshing.
  • Serve the dip with a variety of dippers: Wontons, crackers, veggies, and pita chips are all great options.
  • Get creative with your toppings: Chopped nuts, crumbled bacon, and diced tomatoes are all great additions to this dip.

Conclusion:

This layered Italian dip with crispy wontons is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, cheesy, and flavorful layers, this dip is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, give this recipe a try!

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