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Located on the Eastside Beltline trail, Lingering Shade Social Club has a unique intimate vibe fit for everyone and features small snacks, superior cocktails, local brews, impressive wines and outdoor patio space to enjoy those nice Atlanta, Georgia, nights. Great for an unwind and relaxed style event. But what if you're entertaining at home?

If you're looking for a classic southern appetizer recipe to serve your friends and family, we have a special one for you. This baked collard green dip recipe is quick, easy, inexpensive and tastes like the south in your mouth.

To make this baked collard dip you will need cream cheese, mayonnaise, onion, black pepper, salt, Louisiana brand hot sauce, Tabasco brand hot sauce, Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese and frozen collard greens.

Variation: Try this high-protein recipe with mustard greens, turnip greens, kale or spinach. 

Collard greens are a nutritional powerhouse! The greens are a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, vitamin K, iron, vitamin B-6, thiamin, niacin and magnesium. And that's just the start of the health benefits of collard greens. This easy high-protein appetizer is really a gift to your friends and family.

Serve the dip hot with crackers, tortilla chips, bread or even fresh vegetables. 

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 to 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 to 30 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 16 ounces cream cheese, cut into small pieces
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon Louisiana Hot Sauce
• 1 tablespoon Tabasco Sauce
• 1 1/2 cups Swiss cheese, grated
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (plus additional for top)
• 24 ounces frozen chopped collard greens, thawed and squeezed dry

Here's how to make it: 

1. Combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, onion, black pepper, salt and hot sauces in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Scrape into a bowl. (If you can't find Louisiana or Tabasco brand hot sauce, use your favorite.)
2. Stir in the Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese and collards. Spread into a baking dish and top with additional Parmesan cheese.
3. Bake in a preheated 400-degree F oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave. 

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