Entry #3357, March 22, 2014

Dips are perfect for setting an appetizers for your favorite party or get together with friends and family. Instead of preparing a number of appetizers, simply put several dips along with a collection of cocktail breads, crackers and chips and you are done. If you are looking to make a crowd pleasing appetizer with little effort and time, whip up a batch of this hot spinach dip.

Appetizer Favorite: Hot Spinach Dip

Hot spinach dip recipe

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Preparation time: 20 minutes

Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

10 ounces chopped spinach, frozen and thawed

4 ounces cream cheese, preferably fat free

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup sour cream (reduced fat)

1 teaspoon crumbled garlic

1 tablespoon brown mustard, spicy

1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Pinch of salt

Assorted fresh vegetables

Hot spinach dip

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Procedure

1. In a saucepan, mix spinach, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, mustard, garlic, pepper sauce, and salt.

2. Over medium heat, bring to boil.

3. Reduce heat, simmer without lid for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Stir occasionally.

4. Serve warm with fresh vegetables, crackers or your favorite bite-sized breads.

Although this hot spinach dip recipe makes for a perfect crowd pleasing appetizer, don’t fear to put your spin on this delicious hot spinach dip recipe.

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