Go Green Spinach Dip #RSC |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. This recipe is a healthy alternative to the calorific original by adding flavor with a packet of Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Mix. Easy to make and packed with organic veggies, this dip is soooo good! Ingredients:
1 (1 ounce) package hidden valley original ranch seasoning mix |
3 lbs fresh spinach leaves, roughly chopped |
1 (15 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped |
1 (15 ounce) can hearts of palm, drained and chopped |
1 shallot, minced |
2 tablespoons dried chives |
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
1 pinch ground black pepper |
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper |
1 1/4 cups kraft shredded parmesan cheese |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
whole wheat pita bread, cut into 6 triangles |
Directions:
1. 1.) Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. 2.) Mince garlic and shallot. Set aside.
3. 3.) On medium heat in a non-stick pan heat olive oil for 30 seconds.
4. 4.) Saute shallot and garlic until cooked through, 2 minutes.
5. 5.) Add chopped spinach, saute until wilted, 1 minute.
6. 6.) Add chopped artichoke hearts, hearts of palm, and chives. Saute until heated through, 3 minutes.
7. 7.) Transfer hot mixture to to 9 glass baking dish.
8. 8.) Stir in 1 packet of Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Mix, 1 cup of shredded parmesan cheese, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, and pinch of ground black pepper.
9. 9.) Once everything is mixed well, spread evenly throughout baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup of cheese.
10. 10.) Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until parmesan topping is golden brown.
11. 11.) Optional - while dip is cooling, cut pita into 6 triangles and bake on a parchment lined baking sheet for 5 minutes or until crisp.
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