Warm Spinach Artichoke Delight (Printer view)

Creamy mixture of spinach, artichoke, and cheeses baked warm for a savory, comforting starter.

# 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 - 14 oz canned 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 oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 1 quart baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy.
03 - Stir in mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan, spinach, artichoke hearts, and minced garlic until well combined.
04 - Add salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using, mixing thoroughly.
05 - Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
06 - Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top.
07 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the top is golden and the dip is bubbling.
08 - Serve hot with sliced baguette, tortilla chips, or crackers.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Creamy and cheesy texture
  • Perfect warm appetizer for sharing
02 -
  • Contains dairy and eggs from multiple ingredients
  • May contain gluten if served with bread or crackers
03 -
  • Use freshly grated cheeses for better melting and flavor
  • Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice preference
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