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Spinach Artichoke Dip

The Washington Post, July 2, 2008

$30 Picnic for Two

  • Course: Condiment

Summary:

Using frozen creamed spinach and prepped items from the salad bar makes this an economical version of the classic dip. It can be made 1 day in advance. Serve with pita chips or thin slices of baguette.

2 servings

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
  • 1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
  • 1 6-ounce jar artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
  • 1 12-ounce package frozen creamed spinach, defrosted
  • 1 scallion, white and light-green parts finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped red bell pepper (cut from peppers on the salad bar)
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped green bell pepper (cut from peppers on the salad bar)
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (from the salad bar)
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

Combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, artichoke hearts, defrosted creamed spinach, scallion, bell peppers and Parmesan cheese in a medium bowl; mix thoroughly and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Recipe Source:

From Kevin Mesiah of Seafoodie in Reston.

Tested by Bonnie S. Benwick for The Washington Post.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Per serving (dip only)
Calories: 280
% Daily Values*
Total Fat: 18g 28
Saturated Fat: 6g 30
Cholesterol: 36mg 12
Sodium: 994mg41
Total Carbohydrates: 17g 6
Dietary Fiber: 5g 20
Sugar: n/a
Protein: 12g
*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Total Fat: Less than65g
Saturated Fat: Less than20g
Cholesterol: Less than300mg
Sodium:Less than2,400mg
Total Carbohydrates: 300g
Dietary Fiber: 25g

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