Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 unit

cream cheese

softened

14 unit

artichoke hearts

drained coarsely chopped

0.5 cup

spinach

frozen chopped

0.25 cup

mayonnaise

0.25 cup

parmesan cheese

grated

0.25 cup

romano cheese

grated

1 unit

garlic clove

finely minced

0.5 tsp

basil

dry

0.25 cup

mozzarella cheese

grated

0.25 tsp

garlic salt

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

Step 1
~4 min

Allow cream cheese to come to room temperature.

Step 2
~4 min

In a mixing bowl, cream together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, garlic, basil, and garlic salt until well combined.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 3
~4 min

Drain the artichoke hearts and frozen spinach thoroughly.

Step 4
~4 min

Add the drained artichoke hearts and spinach to the cheese mixture and mix gently to combine.

Step 5
~4 min

Spray a pie pan with cooking spray.

Step 6
~4 min

Pour the dip mixture into the prepared pie pan.

Step 7
~4 min

Top the dip with grated mozzarella cheese.

Step 8
~4 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes, or until the top is browned and bubbly.

Step 9
~4 min

Serve hot with toasted bread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Serve with a variety of dippers, such as vegetables, crackers, or pita bread.

For a spicier dip, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be assembled 1 day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with toasted baguette slices

Serve with assorted raw vegetables (carrots, celery, bell peppers)

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Bruschetta
Olives
Charcuterie Board

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer in American restaurants.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game Day
Holiday Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Holiday
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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