Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
Perfect for Sunday brunch or date night, this dip is the best way to share hors d’oeuvres!
August 20, 2022
The Recipe
Let’s cut straight to the good part, shall we? Below the recipe, you’ll find more information regarding the cost of ingredients, health benefits, and details about how the recipe was curated.
What you’ll need:
- 1 lb (2-packs) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can spinach, drained and chopped
- 2 cans artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup romano cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced OR
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp basil seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic salt seasoning
- 1 tsp oregano seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika seasoning
- 1 tsp black peppercorn seasoning, ground or cracked
Preparation:
You can make this recipe primary using a stock pot or a crockpot, 2qt saucepan, skillet, or standard oven.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius)
- Grab a 6-inch square baking dish, two (2) ramekins, or other small baking dish
Putting it all together:
Using a mixing bowl, combine the seasonings, parmesan cheese, romano cheese, artichoke hearts, spinach, and cream cheese. Mix until blended well.
Pour the mixture into your baking dishes, top with the shredded mozzarella cheese and cracked black peppercorn. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the top is a nice, crispy, bubbly, golden brown.
Serve with crackers of your choice or tortilla chips.
Ingredients
You can purchase just about everything on the ingredients list at your local grocery store, like Aldi, Save a Lot, IGA, Whole Foods Market, or Trader Joe’s. We have found Aldi often has the cheapest cost-per-serving high-quality ingredients at regular price without the use of coupons.
Ingredient | Measure | Avg. Cost |
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Herbs and Spices |
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Basil | 1 tsp | $ 0.99/jar |
Garlic Salt | 1 tsp | $ 0.99/jar |
Minced Garlic | 2 tbsp | $ 0.99/jar |
Oregano | 1 tsp | $ 0.99/jar |
Paprika | 1 tsp | $ 0.99/jar |
Liquids, Oils, and Healthy Fats |
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Mayonnaise | 1/4 cup | $ 3.49/jar |
Meats & Cheeses
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Cream Cheese | 2 packages, softened | $ 0.99/pack |
Parmesan Cheese | 1/2 cup, grated | $ 1.49/jar |
Romano Cheese | 1/2 cup, grated | $ 1.49/jar |
Vegetables & Fruits
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Artichoke Hearts | 2 cans (10 oz), drained | $ 3.09/jar |
Spinach | 1 can (15 oz), drained | $ 1.49/can |
About The Recipe
Spinach and artichoke dip has become a staple appetizer to serve at home during the big game day or to share with friends at your local neighborhood pub. Our version is just a little more flavorful than tradition, but it’s sure to be a big hit at your next gathering!