Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip
A bubbling, golden-topped dip of cream cheese, Parmesan, mozzarella, tender spinach and artichoke hearts. The crowd-pleasing party appetizer, ready in 40 minutes.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Total
- 40 min
- Serves
- 8
Wringing the spinach dry is the most important step, as extra water makes the dip loose. Check the labels on your mayonnaise and sour cream for plain ingredient lists. The dip can be assembled a day ahead and baked just before serving, adding 5 minutes to the time.
Method
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Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 1.5-quart baking dish.
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Squeeze the thawed spinach in a clean kitchen towel until very dry, then fluff it with a fork.
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Beat the cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in the garlic, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup Parmesan, nutmeg, pepper, salt and lemon juice.
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Fold in the spinach and artichokes until evenly mixed, then spread into the baking dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
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Bake for , until bubbling at the edges and golden on top. Broil for for deeper color if you like.
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Rest for , then serve warm with pita chips, baguette or vegetables.
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