Nifs Lightened Spinach Dip Recipes

EASY SPINACH DIP

Steps:

• Defrost spinach overnight in the fridge or in the microwave. Squeeze dry.
• Chop water chestnuts and combine all ingredients in a bowl. Mix well.
• Refrigerate at least 2 hours prior to serving
• Serve with bread, crackers or vegetables for dipping.

DUMP SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP FROM FROZEN

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Drizzle the olive oil on the bottom of a 2-quart baking dish. Scatter the artichokes over the oil, set the cream cheese in the center and top with the spinach. Sprinkle with the Havarti and mozzarella and top with the heavy cream, mayonnaise and garlic. Sprinkle with the Parmesan. Bake until browned and bubbling, 33 to 36 minutes.
• Preheat the broiler. Use a pair of kitchen scissors to cut the artichokes and spinach into small pieces. Stir the dip with the scissors until creamy and smooth. Sprinkle with the panko and broil until crispy, about 1 minute. Serve hot.

NIF'S LIGHTENED SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add artichokes and cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Meanwhile in a food processor, add spinach, Parmesan, cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar, and hot sauce if using. Add garlic and artichoke mixture.
• Process all until thoroughly combined but still chunky. Scrape mixture into a serving bowl and serve.
• Options: Microwave dip on high for 2 minutes, until bubbling or heat in baking dish in oven for about 30 minutes at 350°F.

SPINACH DIP A LIGHTER VERSION

Steps:

• Combine above ingredients except bread and chill.
• Cut out center of bread into cube size pieces for dipping.
• Fill center with dip and serve.