“Healthified” Spinach Dip with Artichokes
(from acschaap’s recipe box)
Source: Eat Better America
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves 10 people
Categories: Snacks
Ingredients
- 4 cups lightly fresh baby spinach leaves (4 oz)
- 1 package of Neufchatel, softened (8 oz)
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat mayo
- 4 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese (1 oz)
- 1/4 cup skim milk
- 2 cloves garlic; finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
- 1 can artichoke hearts, drained, chopped, (14 oz)
- Baguette slices, if desired
- Assorted raw vegetables, if desired
Directions
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Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 1 quart shallow glass baking dish or 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray.
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Place spinach in 2-quart microwavable casserole, add 1/4 cup water. Cover. Microwave on High 2 minutes. Drain well, pressing spinach with paper towels to remove excess liquid. Chop spinach.
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In large bowl, beat cream cheese with spoon until smooth. Beat in mayo, 3 tablespoons of the parmesan cheese, the milk, garlic and basil until well blended. Stir in spinach and artichokes. Spread evenly in baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining tablespoon cheese.
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Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Serve with baguette slices or raw vegetables.