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Loaded Veggie Dip

Loaded Veggie Dip
Packed with veggies and bursting with flavor, this chunky dip is sure to be a hit at your next party. Be sure to serve it with a thick cracker that can be used as a scoop.
20 ServingsPrep: 1 hour Cook: 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup finely chopped fresh broccoli
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh carrot
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
  • 1 package (6-1/2 ounces) spreadable garlic and herb cream cheese
  • 1 package (1.4 ounces) vegetable recipe mix (Knorr)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup half-and-half cream
  • 3 cups (12 ounces) shredded Italian cheese blend
  • 1/2 cup minced fresh basil
  • 1 package (9 ounces) fresh spinach, finely chopped
  • Assorted crackers or baked pita chips

Directions

  • In a large skillet, saute the broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, onion,
  • celery and garlic in 2 tablespoons oil until tender. Stir in the
  • artichokes, cream cheese, vegetable recipe mix, garlic powder, white
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Loaded Veggie Dip (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • pepper and cayenne; set aside.
  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the broth, cream and remaining oil.
  • Stir in the broccoli mixture, Italian cheese blend and basil. Fold
  • in spinach. Cover and cook on low for 1-2 hours or until cheese is
  • melted and spinach is tender. Serve with crackers. Yield: 5 cups.
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