• 3 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach
• 1 tablespoon butter1 small onion, diced
• 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese
• 1 (6- or 8-ounce) jar marinated chopped artichoke hearts
• 8 ounces Swiss cheese, chopped or shredded
• Salt and pepper to taste
  

Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place frozen spinach in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until spinach is completely thawed. Drain well in a colander, pressing out all excess water. In a small saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Cook onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. In a large bowl combine spinach, onion, cream cheese, artichoke hearts (with liquid) and Swiss cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to 6-cup baking dish. Cover lightly with foil and bake about 45 minutes, until bubbly, stirring halfway through cooking time. Or cook in a slow cooker for 2 to 3 hours on low, stirring occasionally.

Notes:
Tip: This dip is dense and hearty. For a creamier dip, stir in 1/2 cup mayonnaise. For a dip with some kick, add a few splashes of hot sauce. Serve this hearty appetizer warm with scoop-shaped tortilla chips, corn chips, salty wheat crackers or toast points.

Nutrition:
Per serving: 163 calories (percent of calories from fat, 73), 7 grams protein, 4 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fiber, 14 grams fat (8 grams saturated), 41 milligrams cholesterol, 179 milligrams sodium.

Labels: appetizer recipes, Dessert recipes, dip recipes, Spinach and Artichoke Dip Recipe