Spinach Artichoke Cheese Ball

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   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat.

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   Add garlic and artichoke hearts and saute approximately 2 minutes.

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   Add spinach and salt and pepper.

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   You dont need much salt because the Parmesan cheese will add salt as well.

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   Saute until spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes.

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   Remove from heat and set aside to let cool.

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   Cream the cream cheese with a mixer until smooth.

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   Stir in mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and spinach mixture until combined.

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   Crisscross 2 pieces of plastic wrap on top of each other and place the cheese mixture in the middle.

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    Using the plastic wrap, shape the cheese mixture into a ball (making sure to cover the cheese ball completely with the plastic wrap).

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    Place the cheese ball in a small bowl to help hold its shape.

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    Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to one day to set.

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    Serve with crackers or chips.

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    Notes: 1.

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    Make sure to chop the spinach and artichoke hearts into fairly small pieces, since it will be easier to scoop up with a cracker or chip when there are smaller pieces.

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    2.

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    The longer you leave the cheese ball in the fridge, the more firm it will set.

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    Without refrigeration, the cheese ball is a bit loose.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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