How To: Make spinach-artichoke dip

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make spinach-artichoke dip. Artichokes, spinach, and melted cheese are the perfect appetizer for any get-together. Just make sure you get to enjoy it – this dip will disappear quickly from the party table!

You Will Need

* Small mixing bowl
* 1 1/2 c. Frozen creamed spinach, thawed
* 12 oz Canned artichoke hearts, chopped
* 1/2-tbsp Minced garlic
* 12 oz Cream cheese
* 1/4-c Grated Parmesan cheese
* 1 tsp Freshly grated pepper
* Medium size casserole dish
* 1/4-c Shredded mozzarella cheese
* And tortilla chips, pita chips, or bread
* Mayonnaise, blue cheese, plain yogurt,
* crab meat, or roasted peppers
* And a Mexican cheese blend

Step 1. Preheat the oven

Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2. Prepare the artichoke and spinach

In a small bowl, combine the creamed spinach and the chopped artichoke hearts with a fork. Add the garlic and mix thoroughly.

Step 3. Mix in the cheeses

Add the cream cheese and Parmesan cheese and mix with the fork. Sprinkle with pepper and mix until combined.

Mayonnaise, blue cheese, plain yogurt, crab meat, and roasted peppers can be used as a variation on the classic recipe.

Step 4. Prepare for baking

Pour the artichoke, spinach, and cheese mixture into the casserole dish. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Use a Mexican cheese blend as a topping for a spicier dip.

Step 5. Bake the dip

Bake the dip for 15 minutes, or until the mixture begins to bubble and the cheese topping is completely melted.

Step 6. Serve immediately

Serve the dip while it's still warm with tortilla chips pita chips, or pita or baguette bread. Or, scoop the dip into a bread bowl to enjoy it restaurant-style!

FACT: Ancient Greeks and Romans considered artichokes a delicacy and an aphrodisiac.