Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip

 The ultimate dip for any gathering!

I know this dip has been around for quite awhile, but this is the first time I've ever made it, and my family LOVED it! It only takes about 10 minutes to prepare and the rest is done in the oven! I didn't even have to make any tweaks to please their pallets. LOL!

I checked out other recipes and some added less parmesan and mozzarella cheese so when I make it again (and I will) I may cut back on the parm and add the mozzarella. But, I'm going to post it exactly as we made it yesterday for our Super Bowl party. (I did sprinkle a little paprika over the top, but you don't really need it.)

Oh, someone mentioned adding chopped jalapeno peppers and said they added another level of goodness.  So if that's your thing...go for it!

Ingredients:

1 (12 oz.) bag of chopped spinach, thawed and drained

*1 (14 oz.) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese

1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened

2/3 cup sour cream

1/3 cup mayonnaise

2 tsp. garlic, minced

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 375' F.

In a medium bowl, mix spinach, artichoke hearts and Parmesan

In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise and garlic until well blended. Add to spinach mixture and mix well.

Pour into an 8x8" baking dish and bake for 25 minutes.

Serve immediately with chips, crackers or veggies. (I used thinly sliced baguettes)

Serves: 16

*I had a "happy" accident with the artichoke hearts...bought a can that was already chopped! Who knew? Haha

Be encouraged!

"The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid." Psalm 118:6