Pioneer Woman Artichoke Spinach Dip Recipe
Are you looking for a crowd-pleaser? The Pioneer Woman Artichoke Spinach Dip Recipe is perfect.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces frozen spinach thawed and squeezed dry.
- 14 ounces canned artichoke hearts drained and chopped.
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature.
- 1/2 cup sour cream.
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- 2 cloves garlic minced very fine.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat.
Instructions
Preheat Your Oven
- Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Let it get nice and hot first.
Prepare the Spinach
- Thaw your frozen spinach completely. Squeeze out all the water very well. Use a kitchen towel for this part.
Chop the Artichokes
- Drain the liquid from the artichoke cans. Chop them into small, bite-sized pieces.
Mix the Creamy Base
- Put cream cheese in a large bowl. Add sour cream and mayonnaise. Mix until the base is very smooth.
Add the Seasonings
- Stir in the minced garlic and salt. Add the pepper and red pepper flakes now.
Fold in Vegetables
- Add the dry spinach to the bowl. Stir in the chopped artichoke hearts. Mix them evenly into the cream.
Add the Cheese
- Pour in half of the mozzarella cheese. Add all of the Parmesan cheese. Stir everything together one last time.
Fill the Baking Dish
- Spread the mixture into your baking dish. Make the top smooth with your spatula.
Top with More Cheese
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top. This creates a beautiful golden crust.
Bake the Dip
- Place the dish in the oven. Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes.
Broil for Color
- Turn on the broiler for one minute. Watch it closely so it does not burn.
Serve and Enjoy
- Remove the dish from the oven. Serve it hot with chips or bread.
Notes
- Dry the spinach very well before mixing.
- Excess water makes the dip too runny.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the best taste.
- It makes the texture much richer and creamier.
- Fresh garlic tastes better than garlic powder here.
- It gives the dip a sharp, delicious kick.
- You can also add some crumbled bacon.
- Bacon adds a smoky flavor everyone loves.
- Try using a mix of different cheeses.
- Sharp cheddar or Gruyere works great too.
- Let the dip sit for five minutes.
- This helps the flavors settle before eating.