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Creamy Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip Recipe Easy for Cozy Gatherings

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A warm, melty spinach and artichoke dip perfect for cozy gatherings, made with simple pantry staples and baked to bubbly perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 10 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped (or thawed and drained frozen spinach)
  • 14 ounces artichoke hearts, drained and chopped (canned or jarred, marinated preferred)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, optional pinch

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. If using fresh spinach, sauté it in a dry pan over medium heat until wilted (about 2-3 minutes), then drain excess liquid by squeezing in a clean kitchen towel. If using frozen spinach, thaw completely and squeeze out water.
  3. Roughly chop the drained artichoke hearts and set aside.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix well.
  6. Gently fold in the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses, reserving a little mozzarella to sprinkle on top.
  7. Carefully fold in the chopped spinach and artichokes until evenly distributed.
  8. Spread the mixture into a prepared 8×8 inch baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella evenly over the surface.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
  10. Let the dip cool for about 5 minutes before serving to thicken slightly.

Notes

Wring out all moisture from spinach to avoid a runny dip. Soften cream cheese at room temperature for best texture. Use freshly shredded mozzarella for better melting. Tent with foil if dip browns too fast. Can prepare ahead and refrigerate before baking.

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