There are some party traditions so venerated they seem timeless. One of them is bringing out a Creamy Onion Dip, which always draws a crowd over to dip in their favorite chips, crackers, and vegetables. The other tradition is finding the same bowl of Creamy Onion Dip completely empty before the party ends. It’s that perfect blend of savory, creamy, and cheesy that makes people keep coming back for more until the dish is clean. You could even say it’s the flavor of any great party!

Ingredients

  • 4 cups sweet onions, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 cups gruyere cheese, shredded
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • assorted crackers, optional, for serving
  • fresh vegetables, optional, for serving
  • chips, optional, for serving

Directions

Step 1 –In a slow cooker, combine the onions, butter, wine, garlic, and bay leaf.

Step 2 –Cover and cook on high until the onions are tender and golden brown, about 4 hours.

Step 3 –Remove the bay leaf.

Step 4 –Reduce the heat to low and stir in the gruyere cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream.

Step 5 –Cover and cook until all of the cheese is melted, for about 1 hour.

Step 6 –Serve warm with your favorite dipping snacks.