Description
Ina Garten’s spinach artichoke dip brings creamy Mediterranean flavors to classic party appetizers. Cheese, herbs, and fresh ingredients combine for an irresistible starter you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (226 grams) cream cheese, well softened
- 1 (14 oz) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 6 oz (170 grams) frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- ⅔ cup (76 grams) parmesan cheese, finely shredded
- ½ cup (56 grams) mozzarella cheese, finely shredded
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 garlic clove, minced (1 tsp)
- pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Warm the oven to 350°F and generously spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy release.
- Cheese Mixture: Whisk mayonnaise, garlic, sour cream, mozzarella, parmesan, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl until smooth and fully integrated.
- Vegetable Incorporation: Delicately fold chopped spinach and artichoke hearts into the creamy cheese blend, ensuring even distribution and complete coating.
- Baking Process: Transfer the mixture into the prepared dish, smoothing the surface, and bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges turn golden and the center becomes bubbly and hot.
- Resting and Serving: Allow the dip to rest for 3-5 minutes after removing from the oven, then serve warm with toasted baguette slices, tortilla chips, or an assortment of crackers for optimal enjoyment.
Notes
- Drain Artichokes Thoroughly: Pat artichoke hearts completely dry to prevent excess moisture from making the dip watery and diluting the rich, creamy texture.
- Choose Quality Cheese: Use freshly grated parmesan and mozzarella for superior melting and deeper flavor compared to pre-shredded packaged cheese.
- Monitor Baking Time Closely: Watch the dip carefully during the last 5 minutes to prevent burning, ensuring a golden-brown top without overcooking.
- Serve Immediately Hot: Enjoy the dip right after baking when cheese is perfectly melted and edges are crispy for maximum flavor and appetizing presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg