Hot Spinach Dip Recipe

Name: Hot Spinach Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for baking dish; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 pounds spinach, washed well and coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup milk; 6 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces, softened; 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce; 3 dashes hot-pepper sauce, such as Tabasco; 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (3 ounces); Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 425F.
2
Heat oil in a Dutch oven (or large pot) over medium.
3
Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes.
4
Add spinach in two additions, letting the first batch wilt before adding the next; cook until completely wilted, tossing frequently, 5 to 8 minutes.
5
Transfer mixture to a colander; drain, pressing to release all excess liquid.
6
In the same pot, bring milk just to a simmer.
7
Add cream cheese and cook, whisking, until melted, about 3 minutes.
8
Add spinach, Worcestershire sauce, hot-pepper sauce, and 1/4 cup mozzarella; stir to combine.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Transfer mixture to a lightly oiled 1 1/4-quart shallow baking dish; sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella.
11
Bake until bubbly and cheese is golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
12
Serve hot.
13
You can prepare the recipe through step 2 a day or two ahead; let spinach mixture cool, then refrigerate it in an airtight container before proceeding.

464

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more for baking dish, 1 onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 pounds spinach, washed well and coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Hot Spinach Dip falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hot Spinach Dip

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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