Warm Spinach Dip
βI created this lighter version of a hot spinach dip after my husband and five kids raved about a similar appetizer at one of our favorite restaurants,β says Debbie Marrone of Warner Robins, Georgia. TIP: βIt's great with tortilla chips, bagel chips or low-fat wheat crackers,β Debbie suggests.8 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 20 min.
Ingredients
- 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 4 ounces fat-free cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
- 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 3/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Assorted fresh vegetables
Directions
- In a large saucepan, combine the first eight ingredients. Bring to a
- boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 7-8
- minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally. Serve warm
- with vegetables. Yield: 2 cups.
Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup (calculated without vegetables) equals 64 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 11 mg cholesterol, 259 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 6 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 lean meat, 1/2 fat.