There is something so wonderful about preparing food for people you love. This is perhaps even more true when it is fun party food, like this Spinach Artichoke Dip. This delicious and easy appetizer is one of my very favorites. It has the perfect combination of flavors, and comes together fast. This great dip is bound to be one of the first things to go.
Storing Leftovers
Leftovers of this delicious dip should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat just the amount you want to eat. I suggest doing this covered and on half power in the microwave stirring often, or in the oven covered. As with all recipes, use your best discretion when it comes to leftovers. Buying pre-shredded cheese is definitely a short cut you can take. But it is coated in preservatives which makes melting difficult. So you will sacrifice both taste and texture. When cheese is a big flavor in a recipe it is worth it to take the time to shred your own. The shredded mozzarella in this recipe is one of the big show stoppers.
Bagel Chips: This is my preferred dipper. They are super sturdy and have a simple enough flavor that the dip can shine. Pita Chips: I am such a sucker for pita chips and they pair perfectly with this dip. Tortilla Chips: You will want to buy a brand that makes a thicker chips so they don’t break in the dip. But these are delicious with this! Veggies: If you are looking to go a little healthier, carrots and celery will totally work with this dip.
I would urge you to do a few extra steps with your artichoke hearts.
Make sure to remove any tough pieces. Sometimes the canned artichokes have harder leaves still on them. Give them a rough chop. Squeeze them to draw out any extra liquid.
If you want to use fresh spinach in this recipe, it will need to be cooked down first. This is a good tutorial to follow: How to Substitute Fresh Spinach for Frozen. Mix all the ingredients together, then add it to the slow cooker. Cook, stirring occasionally, until all the cheese is melted, approximately 30 to 40 minutes.
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And if you want a similar recipe but as a cold dip, try my Spinach Dip. If you make this Easy Spinach Artichoke Dip recipe or any of my other recipes please leave me a comment and let me know what you think!
