Slow Cooker Thursday

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Since this is the season when there are a lot of parties and get-togethers to attend, here is an appetizer recipe.

Asiago Cheese Dip
Keep this party-perfect dip warm in a slow cooker for up to two hours after cooking. Stir just before serving.

1 C chicken broth or water
4 ounces dried tomatoes (not oil-packed)
4 8-ounce cartons sour cream
1 1/4 C mayonnaise
4 ounces cream cheese, cut up
1 C sliced fresh mushrooms
1 C thinly sliced green onions
6 ounces shredded Asiago cheese (1 1/2 C)
Thinly sliced green onions
Toasted baguette slices

1. In a medium saucepan bring the chicken broth or water to boiling. Remove from heat and add the dried tomatoes. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Drain, discard the liquid and chop the tomatoes (about 1 1/4 C)

2. Meanwhile, in a slow cooker combine the rest of the ingredients. Stir in the chopped tomatoes. Cook on low-heat setting for 3-4 hrs or on high-heat setting for 1 1/2-2 hours. Stir before serving and sprinkle with additional green onions. Keep warm on low-heat setting for 1-2 hrs. Serve warm with toasted baguette slices.

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