Reviewed: Oct. 12, 2009

I have made this dip for years, but like Jennifer, always use cilantro and chopped olives. Get the FINELY grated jack cheese, and don't use a multi-color blend. The fun part of this dip is that people can't usually figure out what is in it - especially the cheese. You can make this ahead of time by mixing together everything except the cheese, cover and chill for several hours, and then add the cheese in just before serving.

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Kathleen Kleinhuizen

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Reviewed: Mar. 17, 2009

I make this dip quite often at home, but instead of using parsley I have always used 1 bunch of fresh cilantro chopped and also use chopped olives instead of sliced olives. I love cilantro and it gives the dip a nice fresh taste.

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Jennifer

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Reviewed: Mar. 4, 2009

Very easy to make, good color and taste.

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Tim T

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Reviewed: Feb. 28, 2009

Great recipe, not only does it taste fantastic but it is really easy to make. I added an extra can of green chilies and served with homemade tortilla chips. Thanks for the recipe.

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Reviewed: Jan. 30, 2009

I used the Jack/Cheddar 'Crumbles'; it works great; the cheese is a little larger chunks and mixes well with the rest. I also 'lightened' this up by omitting the salad dressing and sprinkling in some salad dressing dry mixture and just adding a little olive oil before serving. It was really good!

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Reviewed: Dec. 19, 2008

I just made this recipe for my company christmas potluck. It is a huge hit, everyone wants a copy of the recipe. I changed a couple of things. I used chopped olives instead of sliced and I also used a mexican cheese blend. Definitely will make this one again.

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Tisha

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Reviewed: Dec. 17, 2008

Was not bad, just seemed plain.

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Reviewed: Sep. 25, 2008

This dip was the bomb. I was worried it didn't look very good but everyone thought it looked interesting. I had serveral requests for the recipe. Will definitely make it again.

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cindy

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Reviewed: Jun. 22, 2008

I made this for a bunco party and was a little worried that I wouldn't like it. Well was I surprised! It was really, really good and my favorite dish that night. I followed the directions exactly and would not change a thing. I am eating left overs and it is still great.

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Reviewed: Jan. 16, 2008

This is delcious! I have to admit, I used bottled dressing instead, and only 2 cups of the cheese, but everything still turned out great! This is a keeper, thank you!

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Reviewed: Dec. 26, 2007

This got rave reviews on Christmas Eve! I was a little worried because my husband didn't think it looked very good, but my other relatives loved it and at least 2 people requested the recipe.

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Reviewed: Dec. 25, 2007

I just made this for Christmas Eve, and it was terrific. It makes an attractive, tasty dish, and it was so easy to make.

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LIRENN49

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Reviewed: Dec. 5, 2007

I made this twice and it turned out great both times. Not only does this recipe look pretty but it is a pleasant change from so many cream cheese ball type recipes. Very easy for people to scoop up on a chip or cracker since it is not chilled. I served it at a small gathering and had some leftover since it does make quite a big bowl. It was delicious the next day. Since it had been refrigerated overnight it was thicker and did require a knife to spread on a cracker. My husband likes it freshly made and left over the next day.

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Reviewed: Jun. 10, 2007

yummy

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Mrs. Adam Liles

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Reviewed: Mar. 12, 2007

Made this for a family party over the weekend and it was a big hit. Very good, very colorful and very popular. Got asked for the recipe numerous times. Thanks!

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QuimbyDog

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Reviewed: Jan. 3, 2007

Made this for a small new years eve gathering...followed it exactly...it made a TON and we ate it all!! Very festive looking and VERY good. Would never have guessed the Good Seasons Italian Dressing if I had not made it myself. This is definitely a keeper! Thanks for sharing!

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