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“No holiday party is complete without a good dip,” says Nicole McLaughlin, our test kitchen expert and host extraordinaire. In the spirit of the season, she rounded up six of her favorite dips that are sure to get your next party started in the most delicious way.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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“This looks like one big delicious crab cake,” according to Nicole. She recommends serving with crostini for the perfect bite.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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“You get a little pop of sweet corn, but you also get the savory cheese, so you have a little bit of sweet and savory going on,” says Nicole. “You also get a kick of the spice from the hot sauce. This is super satisfying. I think this would be the party favorite.”\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Photographer: Jake Sternquist \/ Food Styling: Annie Probst \/ Prop Styling: Kristen Schooley<\/p>\n
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This Costco copycat\u2014which features dried cranberries, peppers, onions, and cream cheese\u2014is even better than the store-bought stuff.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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This fun and festive hot chocolate dip requires just three ingredients: marshmallow fluff, Cool Whip, and hot chocolate mix.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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This fruity sauce is perfect for dipping and gifting. Our favorite way to serve it? Over cream cheese with crackers.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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This 10-minute smoked salmon dip is perfect for last-minute holiday guests.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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