Hot cheesy dips are by far a weakness of mine. No big surprise there since I love all things cheese. Unfortunately these yummy dips are full of fat and calories,which is probably what makes them such a crowd pleaser. I have taken one of my favorite appetizers and given it a healthy twist by using reduced fat cheeses and increasing the amount of spinach and artichokes for a veggie boost.
I have made this Spinach Artichoke Dip for years and it is always a hit.
With football season underway I suggest making this appetizer for your next tailgate party.
Low Fat Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Ingredients:
- 2- 8oz packages light cream cheese, softened
- 2- 14oz cans progresso artichoke hearts, drained, chopped
- 1- 10oz box frozen chopped spinach
- 1/2 Cup light mayonnaise
- 1/2 Cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 Cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, plus 1/4 cup for the topping (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste.
Directions:
- Cook spinach in the microwave according to the box directions. Drain all excess liquid.
- Cream together cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Add in the artichoke hearts and spinach (drained well) and mix till blended.
- Spray a baking dish with cooking spray, pour in dip and top with extra mozzarella cheese.
- Bake on 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes.
**Serve hot with crackers or toasted bread**
Saw this recipe on Chef in Training. Looks delicious - need to add it to my list for Christmas Party
ReplyDeleteThis dip sounds and looks so mouthwatering!
ReplyDeleteI would love to have you share this or any other recipe of yours at Wednesday Extravaganza - my Foodie Link Party with the chance to get a lifetime feature on my Wall of Fame! Here is the link:
http://www.hungrylittlegirl.com/1/post/2012/11/wednesday-extravaganza-3.html
Can't wait to see you there!