Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip (Printable version)

Warm, cheesy blend of spinach and artichokes paired with crusty baguette slices.

# Ingredient list:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
02 - 5 oz fresh spinach, roughly chopped (or frozen, thawed and squeezed dry)
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy & Cheese

04 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 1/2 cup sour cream
06 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
07 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ To Serve

12 - 1 large baguette, sliced

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of olive oil and sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add spinach and cook, stirring, until wilted (about 2 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth.
05 - Add mozzarella, Parmesan, chopped artichokes, cooked spinach, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
06 - Transfer the mixture to a baking dish (8 x 8 inch). Smooth the top.
07 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly with a lightly golden top.
08 - While the dip bakes, slice the baguette and toast lightly if desired.
09 - Serve the hot dip immediately with baguette slices.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The way the cheeses create this impossible silkiness that still clings to your bread
  • It transforms humble canned artichokes into something that feels decadent and special
  • Leftovers reheat surprisingly well, if they somehow survive the first night
02 -
  • Squeezing thawed frozen spinach until your hands hurt is worth it—excess water will make the dip separate and sad
  • Letting the dip rest for 5 minutes after baking prevents that first bite from burning the roof of your mouth
  • A shallow baking dish creates more golden surface area than a deep one, and thats where the magic happens
03 -
  • Mixing freshly grated Parmesan with the pre-shredded kind gives you the best of both worlds—flavor and convenience
  • Position your oven rack in the upper third during the last 5 minutes for an extra golden, slightly crisped top

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