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A warm, cheesy spinach dip combining cooked spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, parmesan, and mozzarella, baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect as an appetizer served with bread, crackers, or vegetables.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 10 ounces fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided use)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • Bread, crackers, and vegetables for serving
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Steam or sauté the spinach until wilted. Let it cool, then squeeze out all moisture and chop roughly.
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a small baking dish or skillet with cooking spray.
  3. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, cooked spinach, garlic, salt, pepper, parmesan, and 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella. Mix well.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top.
  5. Bake about 20 minutes until bubbly and cheese melts. Switch oven to broil and broil 2-3 minutes until cheese edges are golden brown.
  6. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top and serve warm with bread, crackers, and vegetables.

Notes

Ensure spinach is thoroughly drained to avoid watery dip; squeeze by hand, use potato ricer, or paper towels., Freshly cooked spinach preferred for texture, but frozen spinach can be used (may be stringy)., Parmesan adds salty flavor; mozzarella provides meltiness. Monterey Jack or fontina can substitute for mozzarella., Spinach dip can be made up to 8 hours ahead; refrigerate covered and add extra baking time if cold., For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and sour cream, and reduce shredded cheese by one-third., Variations to add include: 1/2 cup chopped marinated artichoke hearts, 1/2 cup cooked crumbled bacon, 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, or 1/2 cup chopped cooked mushrooms.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: approximately 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 194 kcal per serving
  • Fat: 17 g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g per serving
  • Protein: 7 g per serving