As August slips toward September, evenings are cooling ever so slightly, inviting us to linger around the table a bit longer. In these in between weeks I love to bring out warm, shareable dishes that feel cozy and inviting without being fussy. A bubbling Hot Artichoke Dip fits the moment perfectly. It is easy to assemble, ready in under thirty minutes, and exactly the kind of gooey, golden comfort food that gathers people together.

This recipe is wonderfully simple. The creamy base of artichokes, green chilis, jalapeño, mayonnaise, and Parmesan transforms in the oven into a dip that is rich, savory, and irresistible. I love serving it with warmed crusty bread although any chip or cracker works just as well. This is a dish that asks only to be shared.

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Hot Artichoke Dip

Ingredients
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts in water, drained
1 small can El Paso green chilis, mild
1 small jalapeño, chopped
1/3 cup mayonnaise, about 3 1/2 ounces
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Toasted bread or chips of any kind for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Chop the artichokes and jalapeño. Combine with the chopped green chilis, mayonnaise and Parmesan, mixing well.
3. Transfer mixture to an ovenproof baking dish. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden and bubbling.
4. For a deeper golden top switch the oven to broil for 1 to 2 minutes at the end.
5. Serve warm with bread, chips, or crackers.

Make ahead tip: Prepare the dip up until he baking step, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready, simply bake until bubbly and golden.

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Styling Notes
I styled this table with our Garden Gray Tablecloth with Yellow and Green and paired it with Garden print napkins in cream and gray. The palette feels subtle yet cheerful and mirrors the transition from summer to fall. For flowers, I gathered simple basil leaves and their delicate blossoms along with onion flowers from the courtyard herb garden. This unstudied arrangement feels just right: fresh, effortless, and grounded in the season.

When serving, I like to place the hot dish at the center of the table alongside a pitcher of a special drink, perhaps citrus water or a light cocktail, to make it feel like a true gathering. A warm and inviting setting does not require extravagance, only thoughtful touches, a few flowers from the garden, and food that makes people smile.

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As we lean into cooler nights, let this easy dip be your reminder that simple seasonal dishes can bring so much comfort. Here is to cozy beginnings, warm tables, and the joy of gathering around something delicious.