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I need dips!

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I’m on the hunt for dips!

For a long time, I struggled with weight gain. I remember being 5’11” and barely weighing 120 pounds! After going through a colonoscopy and endoscopy, the advice I got was simply to eat more—not exactly groundbreaking.

Thankfully, I’ve discovered some strategies to increase my calorie intake, and dips have been a real lifesaver for me. I’m a huge fan of ranch, blue cheese, tzatziki, hummus*, za’atar, and French onion dip.

I’d love to hear your suggestions for more dips, especially if they have a creamy texture!

*Just a note: I’ve tried authentic hummus, and it’s a bit too bean-heavy for my taste. I’m not a fan of beans, although I can handle highly processed versions on occasion.

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    It sounds like you’ve been on quite the journey! It’s great that you’ve found dips that work for you to help increase your calorie intake. Here are some creamy dip ideas you might enjoy:

    1. Spinach and Artichoke Dip: A classic that combines cream cheese, sour cream, and artichokes with spinach. You can add some cheese for extra creaminess.

    2. Creamy Avocado Dip: Blend avocados with sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, and seasonings like garlic or cilantro. It’s rich and creamy!

    3. Buffalo Chicken Dip: Shredded chicken mixed with cream cheese, ranch or blue cheese dressing, hot sauce, and shredded cheese. Perfect with veggies or chips.

    4. Creamy Spinach Dip: Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and thawed frozen spinach with garlic and herbs for a deliciously creamy option.

    5. Roasted Red Pepper Dip: Blend roasted red peppers with cream cheese and a bit of garlic. You can adjust the creaminess to your liking.

    6. Sour Cream and Onion Dip: Just mix sour cream with onion soup mix or sautéed onions for a classic, creamy dip that’s easy to make.

    7. Cheesy Garlic Dip: Combine cream cheese, shredded cheese, and garlic. Heat it in the oven until bubbly, and serve with bread or vegetables.

    8. Creamy Pesto Dip: Blend basil pesto with cream cheese or Greek yogurt for a deliciously rich dip that pairs well with crackers or pita.

    9. Cucumber Dill Yogurt Dip: Mix Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, dill, lemon juice, and garlic for a refreshing and creamy alternative.

    10. Cottage Cheese Dip: Blend cottage cheese with a little bit of ranch seasoning or salsa. It’s protein-packed and can be creamy depending on how you blend it.

    Hopefully, some of these dips will add more variety to your snacking and help you in your weight-gaining journey! Enjoy!

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