Artichokes, spinach, and melted cheese are the perfect appetizer for any get-together. Just make sure you get to enjoy it – this dip will disappear quickly from the party table!
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2: Prepare the artichoke and spinach In a small bowl, combine the creamed spinach and the chopped artichoke hearts with a fork. Add the garlic and mix thoroughly.
Step 3: Mix in the cheeses Add the cream cheese and Parmesan cheese and mix with the fork. Sprinkle with pepper and mix until combined.
TIP: Mayonnaise, blue cheese, plain yogurt, crab meat, and roasted peppers can be used as a variation on the classic recipe.
Step 4: Prepare for baking Pour the artichoke, spinach, and cheese mixture into the casserole dish. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
TIP: Use a Mexican cheese blend as a topping for a spicier dip.
Step 5: Bake the dip Bake the dip for 15 minutes, or until the mixture begins to bubble and the cheese topping is completely melted.
Step 6: Serve immediately Serve the dip while it's still warm with tortilla chips pita chips, or pita or baguette bread. Or, scoop the dip into a bread bowl to enjoy it restaurant-style!
FACT: Ancient Greeks and Romans considered artichokes a delicacy and an aphrodisiac.
