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This Southern-Style Shrimp Dip is a rich, creamy, and flavorful appetizer that is perfect for any gathering. The blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream creates a luscious base for the savory shrimp and green onions, with a hint of spice for a truly delicious dip.

Southern-Style Shrimp Dip

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Quantity
Cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, chopped	1 pound
Cream cheese, softened	8 ounces
Mayonnaise	½ cup
Sour cream	¼ cup
Lemon juice	1 tablespoon
Worcestershire sauce	1 teaspoon
Garlic powder	½ teaspoon
Onion powder	½ teaspoon
Cayenne pepper	¼ teaspoon
Chopped green onions	¼ cup
Salt and pepper	To taste

Instructions:

Prepare the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, ½ cup of mayonnaise, and ¼ cup of sour cream. Mix with a hand mixer or spatula until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add Seasonings: Add the 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, and ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the cream cheese mixture. Stir well until all the seasonings are thoroughly combined.
Fold in Shrimp and Onions: Gently fold in the 1 pound of chopped shrimp and ¼ cup of chopped green onions. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the dip.
Season & Chill: Season the dip with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover it, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve: Serve the dip chilled with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh vegetables.