Warm Spinach Artichoke Delight (Printer version)

Creamy spinach with artichoke hearts baked until golden, perfect for a comforting warm appetizer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
04 - 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Vegetables

06 - 7 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
07 - 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a small baking dish with approximately 1 quart capacity.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy.
03 - Incorporate the mozzarella, 1/4 cup of Parmesan, spinach, artichoke hearts, and minced garlic. Stir thoroughly.
04 - Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using; blend evenly.
05 - Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
06 - Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the surface.
07 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the dip is bubbling and golden brown on top.
08 - Serve warm alongside sliced baguette, tortilla chips, or crackers.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Comforting warm appetizer
  • Easy to prepare in under 35 minutes
02 -
  • This dip contains dairy and eggs from mayonnaise, so be mindful of allergies
  • It pairs well with bread, crackers, or chips but may contain gluten
03 -
  • Use fresh garlic for a stronger, fresher flavor
  • Drain spinach and artichokes well to avoid watery dip
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