Baja Spinach Dip Recipes

BAJA SPINACH DIP

Steps:

• In a large skillet, bring 1/2 inch of water to a boil.
• Cut stems off spinach, cut leaves in thirds.
• Add spinach; cook for 2 minutes or until wilted.
• Drain well.
• In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender, the baking does not cook them much so sauté to your preference. Add garlic.
• Stir in tomatoes and cream cheese until blended.
• Remove skillet from burner.
• Stir in spinach, salt, cheese blend, vinegar, pepper sauce, and sliced black olives (if adding).
• Transfer to a greased 8 inch square baking dish. At this point, you could refrigerate until you bake it.
• Bake, covered, at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned.
• Serve warm with tortilla chips or toasted pita.

BEST SPINACH DIP EVER

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, dry leek soup mix, water chestnuts and chopped spinach. Chill in the refrigerator 6 hours, or overnight.
• Remove top and interior of sourdough bread. Fill with mayonnaise mixture. Tear removed bread chunks into pieces for dipping.

BAJA DIP

Steps:

• Spread the hummus over the bottom of a 1-quart glass dish.
• Next, sprinkle evenly with avocado.
• Sprinkle lime juice over the avocado; season lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
• Top with salsa, sour cream, and cilantro.
• Cover and chill until ready to serve.
• Serve with tortilla chips.

BAJA SAUCE

Steps:

• Place bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, and onion in the bowl of a food processor; puree until smooth. Stir together 4 teaspoons of this puree with the mayonnaise, and vinegar in a small bowl. Season with pepper, garlic powder, and cumin. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow flavors to develop.

CLASSIC SPINACH DIP

Steps:

• In a microwave-safe bowl, combine spinach and water. Cover and microwave on high for 45-60 seconds or until wilted; drain. Cool slightly and squeeze dry. , In a small bowl, combine the water chestnuts, sour cream, mayonnaise, soup mix, onion and spinach. Chill for at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers.