Creamy Spinach Artichoke Delight (Printable version)
A rich mixture of spinach, artichokes, and cheeses baked until bubbly and golden.
# What you need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
02 - 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
→ Dairy
03 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/2 cup sour cream
05 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
06 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
# How To:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
03 - Stir in the mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
04 - Fold in the chopped spinach and artichoke hearts until well mixed.
05 - Spread the mixture evenly into a 1.5-quart baking dish.
06 - Bake for 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly and the top is lightly golden.
07 - Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with toasted bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in under 15 minutes of prep time but tastes like you fussed for hours
- The combination of tangy artichokes and creamy cheese creates that addictive restaurant quality flavor everyone craves
02 -
- Squeezing every last drop of water from the thawed spinach is absolutely crucial or you will end up with a sad, soupy dip
- Letting the dip rest for those 5 minutes after baking seems pointless but actually lets it set up perfectly for dipping
03 -
- Grate your own cheese from blocks for the smoothest melting texture and most intense flavor
- A squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before baking brightens everything and cuts through the richness