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Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip

This warm, gooey dip combines tender spinach and savory artichoke hearts with melty cheese and garlic, baked until bubbly and golden. Its imperfect, cheesy texture makes it perfect for sharing during casual gatherings, inviting tasting and tweaking along the way. The dish’s rustic charm lies in its rich aroma and creamy appearance, served hot with bread or chips.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups frozen spinach, chopped thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 cup canned artichoke hearts drained and chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese preferably fresh
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional chopped fresh herbs for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Oven-safe dish
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Place a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, paying attention not to brown it.
  3. Stir in the thawed, squeezed-dry spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until it darkens slightly and any excess moisture evaporates.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add the chopped artichoke hearts and cooked spinach mixture to the bowl, folding everything together gently to evenly distribute the ingredients.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne if you like some heat. Mix again to incorporate.
  7. Transfer the cheesy mixture into an oven-safe dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until bubbling around the edges and golden on top.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for about 5 minutes. The dip will thicken slightly and develop a beautiful, bubbly crust.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs if desired, then serve warm with crusty bread, chips, or veggie sticks for dipping.

Notes

Feel free to tweak the cheeses or add a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor. Making it a day ahead allows flavors to meld beautifully; reheat in the oven before serving.