Cindys Artichoke And Spinach Balls Recipes

SPINACH ARTICHOKE APPETIZER SQUARES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350-degrees.
• In a large bowl, combine the spinach, artichokes, onion, and nutmeg.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the butter, eggs, and milk.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the spinach mixture and stir to combine.
• Add the flour, baking powder, and Parmesan cheese into the spinach mixture and stir until just combined.
• Pour the mixture into a 8 x 8 baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
• Bake in a preheated oven for approximately 35-40 minutes or until the center is set.
• Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before cutting into appropriate sized squares.
• Serve warm or at room temperature.

THE BEST SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP

Steps:

• Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Spray a 1-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
• Put the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise and garlic in a large bowl. Mix vigorously until combined and smooth. (If you prefer, you can use a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.) Add the spinach to the cream cheese mixture, breaking it up as you add it. Add the artichokes, mozzarella and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan, mixing to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
• Bake until the dip begins to bubble, 20 to 25 minutes. Turn the oven to broil and continue to cook, keeping an eye on it so it doesn't burn, until the top is golden brown, about 5 minutes. Serve warm with crackers, chips or toasted bread.

SPINACH-ARTICHOKE STUFFED ROLLS

Steps:

• In a medium pot, heat the milk over medium-low until just warm to the touch (about 95 degrees).
• In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the dough hook attachment, combine the flour, sugar, egg and egg yolk, butter, yeast, salt and the warm milk. Mix on low speed for 4 minutes, then increase the speed to medium and mix until smooth, about 2 minutes.
• Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
• Divide the dough into 9 even pieces (about 120 grams each), and shape them into balls using your hands. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 15 minutes while you make the filling.
• Make the filling: In a medium bowl, stir together the artichoke hearts, spinach, cream cheese, Parmesan, salt and pepper. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Use the palm of your hand to flatten each ball of dough to about 1/2-inch thick and about 4 1/2 to 5 inches wide. Scoop 3 tablespoons of filling into the center. Wrap the dough around the filling and pinch firmly to seal. Use your hands to shape the dough into balls. Repeat with the remaining dough.
• Transfer rolls seam side down to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly and staggering slightly. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 to 35 minutes in a warm place.
• Heat the oven to 375 degrees. In a small bowl, beat the remaining egg. Brush the surface of each roll with the beaten egg and sprinkle generously with sesame seeds. Bake until the rolls are golden-brown, 25 to 30 minutes. (They may spread and touch while baking, which is O.K.)
• Let cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Wrap leftover rolls tightly in plastic wrap and store at room temperature.

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• In a large bowl, mix together the spinach, feta and cream cheese, artichokes, dressing mix and garlic.
• Combine with clean hands until well blended.
• Form the mixture into a log or ball shape, then place on a serving plate, serve with bagel chips.