Spinach Artichoke Dip

That's right, from scratch! I know it's always easy enough to just pick up a dip from your local grocery store when you need to bring something to a party or if you just feel like indulging. Next time though, try out this simple DIY recipe that is both mouth-watering and will impress your friends.

First, gather your INGREDIENTS:
8 oz. Reduced Fat Cream Cheese, softened
1/4 cup Reduced Fat Mayo
1/4 cup Reduced Fat Sour Cream
3/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, freshly grated
3/4 cup Mozzarella, shredded
1 can Artichoke Hearts, drained
1 pkg. Frozen Spinach, drained and squeezed
4 Garlic Cloves, chopped
3 tbsp. Sun Dried Tomatoes, chopped
1 tsp. Crushed Red Pepper
Salt & Pepper (to taste)

NOW LEMME BREAK IT DOWN FOR YA...

1. Thaw the Frozen Spinach in the microwave (3-4 minutes), then drain. Squeeze extra liquid out with your (clean) hands and throw it in a bowl. Set aside.

2. Combine softened Cream Cheese and Mayo in a large bowl.

3. Throw in the Parmesan

The Mozzarella

 The Garlic

& the Red Pepper

4. Add your Salt & Pepper

5. Go back to your spinach & use a paper towel to soak up any extra liquids. The less, the better. No one likes a runny dip. Break it up and add it to your mixture.

6. Chop your artichokes as finely as you like, and them to your mixture. This defines the final texture of the dip.

7. Finish it up by adding the Sour Cream. Mix it up!

8. Bake uncovered in an Oven-Safe Dish for 25 minutes or until lightly brown and bubbly around the edges. 

Voila!