Spinach Artichoke Dip

Time

30 Min

Serves

8

Serving Size

1

Complexity

Easy

Calories

45

Carbs

2

INGREDIENTS


  • 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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  • Assorted crackers

DIRECTIONS

 

  1. Cook spinach according to package directions for microwave; drain and squeeze dry. Set aside.
  2. Place onion and butter in a small microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave at 70% power for 2-3 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring once; set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and whipping cream until smooth
  4. Fold in the spinach, artichokes, cheeses, cayenne, pepper and onion mixture
  5. Transfer to a greased 9-in. microwave-safe pie plate.
  6. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  7. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 4-5 minutes or until bubbly.
  8. Serve with crackers.
  9. Yield: about 3-1/2 cups.