I often find when I order a spinach artichoke dip at a restaurant, I get a lot of creamy cheese and a little spinach and artichoke. This recipe from my mom has ample amounts of both vegetables making for a much heartier dip. You can adjust the amount of artichokes and spinach to your liking. My mom prefers using half the amount of spinach.
Use a good parmigiano-reggiano cheese. It makes such a difference in flavor and is worth the extra cost. I always have a wedge in the refrigerator; it will last for months.
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350℉.
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Cook the spinach according to the package directions. Drain and use a fine mesh colander or kitchen towels to squeeze out as much water as possible.
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While the spinach is cooking, roughly chop the artichoke hearts. I like to do some small and some big pieces.
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Mix all ingredients thoroughly in a large mixing bowl.
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Pour into a greased, 2-quart baking dish, and bake at 350℉ for 35 minutes, until bubbly.
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Serve immediately with bread, pita chips, or crackers.
You can make this dish ahead of time and bake when ready. It also freezes well. Just thaw completely before baking.