Ingredients:
Roasted Garlic:
- 2 large heads of garlic
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Cream Cheese Dip:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 4 ounces prosciutto, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Serving:
- Assorted crackers, crostini, pita chips, or fresh vegetables
Instructions
1. Roast the Garlic:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Cut off the top 1/2 inch of each garlic head to expose the cloves.
- Place the garlic heads on a piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Wrap the garlic tightly in the foil.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the garlic cloves are soft and golden brown.
- Allow the garlic to cool slightly before handling.
2. Make the Cream Cheese Dip:
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
- Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins and into the cream cheese mixture. Mash any large pieces with a fork.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, chopped prosciutto, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Chill and Serve:
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to blend.
- Serve chilled with your choice of dippers.
Optional: Hot Honey Drizzle
For a sweet and spicy kick, try this:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (or more to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Combine the ingredients in a small saucepan and warm over low heat until the honey is thinned slightly.
Drizzle the hot honey over the dip just before serving.
Tips:
- For easier spreading, let the dip sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- This dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to experiment with other herbs and spices to find your favorite flavor combination.
Enjoy!
