The Perfect Hot Artichoke and Spinach Dip

This rich and cheesy hot artichoke and spinach appetizer offers a flavor surprise: the mild heat of chopped fresh jalapeno! Goes great with sliced French bread!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 306 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• ⅓ cup chopped green onions
• 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, pressed
• ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1 ¼ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
• 1 (10 ounce) bag spinach, chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine green onions and jalapeno. Stir in pressed garlic.

Step 3

In an 8x10 inch glass baking dish, mix sour cream and mayonnaise. Stir in green onions mixture. Blend in 1 cup mozzarella and 1/2 cup Parmesan. Stir in spinach and artichokes. Spread mixture evenly across the baking dish. Sprinkle lemon juice on top, and cover with aluminum foil.

Step 4

Bake in a preheated oven about 20 minutes. Remove, and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup Parmesan. Return to oven, and bake until lightly browned, about 5 minutes more.