Nifs Lightened Spinach And Artichoke Dip Recipes

THE BEST SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP

Steps:

• Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Spray a 1-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
• Put the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise and garlic in a large bowl. Mix vigorously until combined and smooth. (If you prefer, you can use a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.) Add the spinach to the cream cheese mixture, breaking it up as you add it. Add the artichokes, mozzarella and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan, mixing to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
• Bake until the dip begins to bubble, 20 to 25 minutes. Turn the oven to broil and continue to cook, keeping an eye on it so it doesn't burn, until the top is golden brown, about 5 minutes. Serve warm with crackers, chips or toasted bread.

ARTICHOKE AND SPINACH DIP

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Preheat the oil in a deep fryer.
• Combine 1/4 cup of the vegetable oil and flour in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir the mixture constantly 5 to 6 minutes for a blond roux. Whisk in the milk and bring the liquid up to a boil. Season the liquid with salt and cayenne. Simmer the liquid for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the liquid is thick and coats the back of a spoon. Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the cheeses. Set the sauce aside.
• In a saute pan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions and saute for 2 minutes. Stir in handfuls of spinach at a time, until all the spinach is incorporated. Add the garlic and artichoke and saute for 2 minutes. Season the vegetables with salt and cayenne. Remove the vegetables from the heat and turn into a mixing bowl. Fold the cheese sauce into the vegetables. Turn the mixture into a baking pan. Bake the dip for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
• Fry the tortilla chips, batches at a time, for about 2 to 3 minutes or until the chips are golden and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate. Season with salt and pepper. Serve the chips with the dip.

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 1 quart baking dish.
• In a medium bowl, mix together artichoke hearts, spinach, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese and 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack cheese.
• Bake in the center of the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, about 15 minutes.

SKINNY SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Mix artichoke hearts, spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, Romano cheese, Parmesan cheese, roasted peppers, garlic, and lemon juice together in a baking dish and top with croutons.
• Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and croutons are browned, about 35 minutes.

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP (LIGHT)

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350º.
• Combine 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, sour cream, 2 tbs Parmesan and next ingredients (through spinach) in a large bowl, and stir until well blended. Spoon mixture into a 1/2 qt baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/2 c mozzarella and 2 tbs Parmesan. Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Serve with tortilla chips or veggies. Use as a spread with turkey or chicken sandwiches.