Asparagus Cob Dip Recipes

CHICKEN & ASPARAGUS COBB LOAF

Steps:

• Cut the top off of the Cob Loaf about 1/4 of the way down. Set aside top.
• Gently scoop out the soft bread centre of the Cob Loaf, careful not to break the sides. Tear this soft bread into pieces for dipping and place on a baking tray with the hollow cob loaf.
• Bake in a moderate oven until crisp (avoid browning if possible). Take out and set aside.
• Finely dice Chicken and cook in a non-stick or lightly oiled frypan.
• In a large saucepan/pot over a medium heat, combine Sour Cream, Grated Cheese, Asparagus and cooked Chicken and stir until the cheese has melted and the mixture is warm. DO NOT BRIN TO THE BOIL!
• Pour mixture into the Cob Loaf, replace top and place in a moderate oven for 5 minutes to heat the outside. If you have some mixture left over just serve in a bowl beside the Cob.
• Serve on a Large Platter surrounded by the dipping pieces. Once the dipping pieces are devoured, break off the sides! The whole lot can be eaten. (The sides and bottom of the cob are the best!).

BAKED ASPARAGUS DIP

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the asparagus, cheese and mayonnaise. Place in a 6-inch cast-iron skillet or 2-cup ovenproof bowl. Bake at 375° until heated through, about 20 minutes. Serve warm with pita chips.

ASPARAGUS COB DIP

Steps:

• Mix sour cream, cream cheese, Spring vegetable soup mix& asparagus cuts in a bowel (1 can of Creamed corn& 2-3 rashes of cooked diced bacon can be used instead of asparagus).
• Cut the top of the bread cob.
• Dig out the bread from the cob (use this to dip with later).
• Fill the cob with dip and Replace top of cob (filling can be warmed in microwave first to make cooking time faster).
• Cook in moderate oven until hot and crisp.
• Cut French stick to dip with when cob cooked.

COLD ASPARAGUS WITH CURRY DIP

Steps:

• Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add asparagus, and cook for about 7 minutes, until bright green. Remove to a bowl of ice water to cool. Drain and set aside.
• In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream and curry powder. Transfer to a nice serving dish, and serve with chilled asparagus.

SUMMER CORN SALAD WITH ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil grate.
• Place the ears of corn on the grill and cook until the kernels are tender, about ten minutes turning frequently. Remove the ears from the grill and cool. Cut the kernels off of the cob.
• Fill a large saucepan with lightly salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add asparagus and cook until just tender, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander and rinse immediately under cold, running water until well chilled. Set aside.
• Combine the corn, asparagus, roasted peppers, garlic, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature or chilled.