Baked Spinach-and-Artichoke Dip |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 7 Minutes |
Ready In: 17 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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For easy entertaining, this classic spinach-and-artichoke dip can be assembled up to a day ahead. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator, and then bake just before serving. For more appetizer ideas, see our complete collection of appetizer recipes. Ingredients:
2 (6-oz.) packages fresh baby spinach |
1 tablespoon butter |
1 (8-oz.) package 1/3-less-fat cream cheese |
1 garlic clove, chopped |
1 (14-oz.) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped |
1/2 cup light sour cream |
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided |
fresh pita wedges or baked pita chips |
Directions:
1. Microwave spinach in a large, microwave-safe bowl at HIGH 3 minutes or until wilted. Drain spinach well, pressing between paper towels. Chop spinach.
2. Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add cream cheese and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until cream cheese melts. Fold in spinach, artichokes, sour cream, and 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese; stir until cheese melts.
3. Transfer mixture to a 1-qt. shallow baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese.
4. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve immediately with fresh pita wedges or baked pita chips.
5. Note: Thoroughly wash bagged spinach before using.
6. Note: Nutritional analysis does not include pita wedges or baked pita chips.
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