Hot Artichoke Spinach Dip

Introduction

Ingredients 

• • 1 c. chopped artichoke hearts (about two cans)

  • 12-16 oz. chopped spinach (thawed)

  • 3 – (8 oz.) cream cheese

  • 1 c. grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • Dash of ground pepper

Process

Boil the spinach and artichoke hearts in 2 cups of water in a saucepan over medium heat until tender, about 10 minutes.  Drain in a colander when done. 

Heat the cream cheese in a small bowl in the microwave set on high for 1 minute.  Or use a saucepan to heat the cheese over medium heat just until hot. 

Add the spinach and artichoke hearts to the cream cheese and stir well. 

Add the remaining ingredients to the cream cheese and combine. Serve hot with crackers, chips, or toasted bread for dipping. 

Hints

Once dip is made, the dip can be places in a small bowl and baked in the oven.  This gives the dip a nice golden color.