Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

Name: Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 cups.
Cuisine: Cajun Appetizers, Cajun Recipes, Cajun Vegetarian Recipes, Mexican Appetizers, Mexican Recipes, Mexican Vegetarian Recipes
Ingredients: 1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped onion; 1 tablespoon butter, softened; 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 cups shredded Colby/Monterey Jack cheese; 1/2 cup whole milk; 3/4 teaspoon Creole seasoning; Vegetables, tortilla chips or crackers

"This tasty appetizer is similar to the version served in restaurants, but it has a fresh homemake flavor that keeps everyone dipping," remarks Cathy Carroll from Grayson, Louisiana. "It's a cheesy scrumptious snack that always results in recipe requests."

Ingredients

1 jar (6-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter, softened
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded Colby/Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup whole milk
3/4 teaspoon Creole seasoning
Vegetables, tortilla chips or crackers

Directions

In a skillet, saute artichokes and onion in butter until onion is tender. Stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese; cook over low heat until spinach is heated through. Add Colby/Monterey Jack cheese, milk and Creole seasoning; heat until cheese is melted. Serve immediately with vegetables, tortilla chips or crackers.

Editor's Note

The following spices may be substituted for 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning: 1/4 teaspoon each salt, garlic powder and paprika; and a pinch each of dried thyme, ground cumin and cayenne pepper.

Nutrition Facts

2 tablespoons: 89 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 203mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.

Originally published as Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip in Taste of Home February/March 2001

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JGa2595176

Jan 27, 2018

This was quick to make, but not our favorite version of the famous dip. The consistency was not what we expected, not as creamy as we normally like.
ANTHORNHILL

Jan 24, 2012

My hubby was thrilled and has been a repeat fave.
Trent Tarpley

Sep 24, 2011

I have made this many times...I add a half pound of crab and it works just fine....The thing for some to remember is that a cup of cheese is 4 oz. not 8 oz. as with liquid mesurements...
duhon159

Sep 23, 2011

I make this recipe often and it's always a hit. The issue regarding the cheese... it calls for 8oz of each cheese listed equaling 2 cups. This is very convenient to put in a crock pot at a party and always tasty.
carice54

Sep 17, 2011

Oooey Gooey cheesy is a good thing.
Cheryl Marshall

Aug 27, 2011

I can usually understand what is required in a recipe. This one is a stumper. 2 cups or 8 oz of cheese? It made an ooey- gooey mess using 2 cups of cheese. I am going to try and save it by combining another recipe. Please make it easy to understand.
Samar1986

Jun 21, 2011

this is really interesting..<
NHesk

Mar 14, 2011

May not taste exactly like a restaurant, but it was delicious. I got lots of compliments and it was the only appetizer at the shower that was nearly gone! Also, super easy and quick to make.
katlaydee3

Sep 20, 2010

Loved this dip!! Tastes just like the restaurants.
Dakota Sister

Oct 31, 2009

I was disappointed in this recipe. it was nothing like some of the artichoke spinach dips I have had. I will keep looking for a good one.