Description
Ina Garten’s spinach artichoke dip delivers creamy, cheesy comfort with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Packed with rich ingredients and golden-brown edges, this classic appetizer invites guests to dive into a world of delicious indulgence you’ll savor from first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (14 ounces / 397 grams) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- ½ cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
Cheese Ingredients:
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup grated Romano cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasoning and Flavor Ingredients:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Coat a small baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ensuring complete coverage.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, grated Romano cheese, finely minced garlic, dried basil, garlic salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk the ingredients until the mixture becomes uniformly smooth and well-integrated.
- Carefully incorporate chopped artichoke hearts and thoroughly drained spinach into the creamy base, gently folding to ensure even distribution of vegetables throughout the mixture.
- Carefully transfer the dip mixture into the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to create an uniform layer that reaches all edges of the dish.
- Generously scatter shredded mozzarella cheese across the entire surface of the dip, creating a complete cheese covering.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes. Look for visual cues of doneness: the edges should become bubbly and the top should transform into a delicate golden-brown color.
- Remove from the oven and allow the dip to rest for 3-5 minutes, which helps stabilize the texture. Serve warm alongside crisp crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetable crudités for optimal enjoyment.
Notes
- Enjoy maximum flavor by letting ingredients reach room temperature before mixing, ensuring smoother blending and richer taste.
- Create stunning presentation by garnishing with fresh chopped parsley or green onions for vibrant color and extra freshness.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like adding fontina or gruyere for unexpected depth and complexity.
- Prevent soggy texture by thoroughly draining artichoke hearts and squeezing excess moisture from spinach before incorporating.
- Transform leftovers into a creamy pasta sauce by stirring into warm noodles or use as a decadent sandwich spread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 132
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 295 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 26 mg