healthier artichoke spinach dip

This recipe is SO good your guests won’t realize that it is lower and fat and calories than the traditional version! It is perfect for holiday gatherings and as a snack to watch the big game.

ingredients:

• 10-ounce frozen spinach slightly defrosted
• 1 (14-ounce) jar Cara Mia Marinated Artichokes, drained and chopped
• 6 ounces (3/4 block) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened
• 6 ounces (3/4 block) fat-free cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
• 1 1/2 cups part-skim mozzarella, shredded
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed (not minced)
• 6 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese, divided

directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheeses with a potato masher. Add sour cream and mash more. Add spinach, mozzarella, artichokes, pepper, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of the parmesan.
3. Stir everything until thoroughly combined.
4. Pour mixture into a 1 1/2 quart baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan on top. Bake 30 minutes, or until parmesan is melted dip is all bubbly. Remove from oven and give it a minute or two to cool down. Serve with crackers, baked tortilla chips or baguette.

note:

1. PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES
2. COOK TIME: 20 MINUTES
3. TOTAL TIME: 40 MINUTES
4. SERVES: 10