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54th Street Gringo Dip Recipe
Sophia smith

54th Street Gringo Dip Recipe

A cheesy, creamy, and spicy dip inspired by the famous 54th Street Gringo Dip. Perfect for game nights, parties, or anytime you want a restaurant-style appetizer at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer, Snack, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 280
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Dip Ingredients
  • 1 lb Velveeta Monterey Jack Pepper Cheese
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Milk
  • ¾ cup Pico de Gallo
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese (grated)
  • 5 ounces Frozen Creamed Spinach (Stouffer’s brand recommended)

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

When making my copycat 54th Street Gringo Dip, a few key kitchen tools make the process smooth and stress-free:
  1. Double Boiler or Saucepan with Heatproof Bowl: Ensures even melting without burning the cheese.
  2. Sharp Knife & Cutting Board: For chopping pico de gallo ingredients if making it fresh.
  3. Whisk or Silicone Spatula: Helps blend ingredients into a smooth, creamy dip.
  4. Crockpot (Optional): Perfect for keeping the dip warm and melty when serving at parties.
  5. Broiler-Safe Dish (Optional): If you want to finish the dip with a golden Parmesan crust.
These tools help you achieve the creamy, restaurant-style consistency and presentation that makes this dip irresistible.