Easy artichoke dip of artichoke hearts and manchego cheese for any casual party. Bonus: make it in 10 minutes!
Tapas are appetizers, finger food, or small plates that are shared, all perfect for watching football or just gathering with friends.
I could have gone all complicated with something tasty but requiring 10,000 steps, but in the interest of simplifying my life, I chose this very simple but killer-delicious spread. I like it so much I think I'm going to add a little ricotta cheese and try it in a lasagna. Or spread on the bottom of roasted red pepper galette. But for now, because of that whole simplifying thing I'm trying, I think I'll just slice up a baguette, slap some Humboldt Fog cheese on a board, and dish up this amazing spread that took all of 10 minutes to make.
Another easy dip is this bread dipping oil. It's a delicious, restaurant style bread dipping oil that uses fresh herbs, garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, and a few spices.
Artichoke Heart and Manchego Cheese Spread
Ingredients
- 2 cups marinated artichoke hearts in a jar drained
- 6 regular sized pitted green olives
- ½ cup grated manchego cheese
- ¼ cup minced parsley
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts
- ⅛ – ¼ teaspoon Pimentón de la Vera
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 baguette thinly sliced
- 1 - 2 glasses of your favorite wine
- 1 crowd of friends
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor, except the oil. (Also excepting the baguette, wine, and friends.) Process until blended. Drizzle in the oil while processing to a fairly smooth consistency.
- Spread on thinly sliced wafers of baguette, and enjoy with a little wine and a group of friends.
The Ninja Baker
Your ingredient list is brilliant, Susan...It's a delicious recipe for living! Thank you for the tidbit about the chiles from the La Vera region of Spain...They sound pricey but divine =)
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks so much! This is my new favorite spice now 🙂
apuginthekitchen
Wonderful Susan, I love artichoke hearts, on salads or straight out of the jar. Really nice idea adding the pine nuts!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Me too, Suzanne. I always have a jar in the pantry!
Mimi
This looks absolutely delicious!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks Mimi!!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers
Ohhhhhhhh, this is just wonderful!! I am loving all of the flavors in it! This would also make for a great snack to accompany mu weekday lunches!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Totally! I can see this little spread on all kinds of things!
Constance Smith (@FoodieArmyWife)
Oh Susan, this looks AMAZING!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks so much, Constance, and for such a wonderful job leading us this week!
Eileen
I think I could eat this everyday!
Simple to prepare but complex in flavor.
Cheers!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks Eileen! It's not going to last long in the refrigerator, that's for sure 🙂
Samantha @FerraroKitchen
Obsessed with this!! Ever since we got back from Spain, I could not stop eating Manchego!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Ooohh, Manchego is one of my favorite cheeses!! I want so much to go to Spain and eat Manchego and olives all day long 🙂
Carnivorous Maximus
I am ready to be a test subject for this spread. Bring it on! Go Niners.
Sarah
This is being hidden from my mom - if she sees it she'll blame me for ruining her diet! It looks so decadent
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks Sarah! There's cheese in it, for sure, but no mayo, cream cheese, or cream! So it could be a whole lot worse. Or maybe that's just me rationalizing for my own diet :-).
Renee
I absolutely love those last two ingredients! And the rest of them too. I am seriously making these the next time I have friends over and entertaining.
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks Renee!! It would go great with your olive tapas!!
Martin D. Redmond
Love this recipe! Especially the last two ingredients! I'm gonna have to try this one!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks Martin!! I'm working down the list - can't wait to see what you've paired with this!!
Amanda @ MarocMama
Tapas are totally a simple comfort food - nothing complicated. This sounds totally delicious, love it!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Love tapas! And now with so many great ideas, I want to actually have a tapas party at the house!!
Tammy Northrup
I just bought some manchego cheese last night because it was on sale! Funny because I had never heard of it before. I can't wait to try it in this recipe. Yum!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
I love manchego - I just had some on some ravioli tonight with sauteed tomatoes and garlic! I hope you like it too 🙂
Megan @ I Run For Wine
I love manchego, I love artichokes....so I know I will devour this dish. YUM!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Best of all, it's sooooo easy to make! Thanks so much Megan!
Shaina
This spread sounds amazing. Artichokes are the best!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks so much Shaina!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
Enjoy with "a little wine?" Who are we kidding here?
The Wimpy Vegetarian
"A little" is all relative, you know.... 🙂 I can see you've got me pegged, though LOL
Manu
Did I read artichokes and manchego??? Oh boy!! Can't wait to make this spread!!! Thanks for the recipe!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks so much Manu! This was such a fun week wasn't it?
Choc Chip Uru
Such a delicious cheese spread my friend, I never though of adding artichokes!
Cheers
CCU
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks so much CCU! It's lunch today 🙂
Rita
Yumm! You used artichokes hearts that were not marinated, right? And of course pitted olives.
I've developed several tapas recipes and make them fairly often, esp as appetizers when I have guests for dinner.
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Really, really good points, Rita. I'm going to go back into the recipe to be more specific. To clarify, I used marinated artichokes, and yes, pitted, definitely pitted, olives. I think my next dinner party is going to be all tapas.
Stacy
If this lovely spread of rich flavors is simple, give me simple every time! I could eat this with a big spoon, Susan! Or I could scoop it up with a carrot stick and pretend to be healthy. Either way, yum!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks so much Stacy! It's sooo good. We ate a bunch yesterday watching football, and today it's lunch!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef
Sunday is Australia Day (our 4th of July) and I'm going to a big picnic and taking this spread. I'm in love with it.
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks so much Maureen! Happy 4th of July coming up for you. I hope you like it!!
Helene D'Souza
I need more simple recipes such as yours in my life. =)
Now I just have to wait until I get to some good artichoke hearts. I can taste your dip already! yum!!
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Thanks Helene! Oh yes, let's hear it for simple recipes that don't sacrifice on flavor!
Cheryl
Yum, Yum! It sure looks yummy. I have some artichoke hearts just waiting for a recipe, maybe I'll have to try this! HUGS
The Wimpy Vegetarian
Oh, I hope you like it!!! Thanks so much Cheryl.
cheri
What a great combination of flavors! Can't wait to make this dish.
Cindys Recipes and Writings
A great combination of flavors, Susan! Wow!
Norma Chang
I know I will love this. Has all my favorite foods in it but best of all it is so simple and no cooking, love, love.
Norma Chang
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Mary @ Fit and Fed
I know I just stopped by here..... but when I saw that title of artichoke hearts and manchego spread I had to stop by again. Talk about two of my favorite ingredients! Looks great for a party or potluck! And I see the nod to Humboldt Fog, as you know we both love that one.
Soni
Ooh lovely flavors going on Susan! Love artichoke hearts with the manchego and pine nuts sounds like a great addition too! Cannot wait to try this recipe!
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere
I love artichokes! I don't think I would be able to keep my hands out of this one!
Lane @ Supper for a Steal
Whoa this looks perfect. I'm such a huge artichoke fan and manchego haha. I would devour it.
mjskit
Love the last ingredient. 🙂 What a great artichoke spread! Most are full of mayo or sour cream. I love the manchego in this, especially since it is my favorite of all cheeses! Keeping this one Susan!
Oui, Chef
WOW does this sound good. You call it a spread but I might just eat it out of the bowl with a spoon!
Cass @foodmyfriend
Isn't manchego cheese the best? This looks perfect. Was it super zesty?
The Wimpy Vegetarian
It was, Cass! Partly because of the olives too. I added it to a grilled cheese sandwich this week - soooo good!
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel
Oh my goodness, this looks and sounds amazing! I want to stuff my face with a baguette full of it 😉
Tiffany @ Triple Crème Decadence
What delicious idea! I'll have to give this a try.