Warm artichoke & smoked gouda dip

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Any casual night with friends needs a dip. It’s like an unwritten law that creates a friendly atmosphere. With that in mind, try this warm dip recipe to kick your next party up a notch.

I suggested a few ideas for sides in the ingredients list, but I admit I have a weakness for mini pitas.

Particularities

ServesServes 6–8
Prep time15 min
Cook time15 min
Timeout-

FreezingFreezes well

Ingredients

1 cup baby spinach
1 cup cream cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
1 cup smoked Gouda, grated
8 drops Tabasco
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
4 green onions, minced
Salt and pepper

Steps

Preheat the oven to 400˚F.
Put a bit of water in a bowl and add the spinach. Heat up in the microwave until spinach is soft.
Drain and chop. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan, smoked Gouda, Tabasco, and Worcestershire sauce and purée until smooth using a hand blender.
Add the artichoke, green onions, and spinach. Season and place in an oven-safe bowl.
Bake for 15 minutes and finish by broiling the top until beautifully golden brown.