Garlic Parmesan Spinach Dip

Garlic Parmesan Spinach Dip is a deliciously warm, cheesy dip that really highlights the garlic and parmesan flavors! It’s easy to make, completely addictive, and always a huge hit at parties. This spinach dip has become my go-to dinner party dip. It’s cheesy, garlicky, and seriously addictive! This is one of those dips that as soon as you finish one bite, you’re already reaching for the next. The best part? It’s also delightfully easy to make! You can even use frozen spinach instead of fresh if that’s more convenient for you. There are so many words I’d use to describe this dip… One of those is rich. The richness in this decadent dip is created by the sour cream, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and of course the freshly grated parmesan cheese! It’s perfect to serve at any party, be it birthday party or a Christmas party. Your guests will absolutely love it and you will be happy because it was so easy!

Ingredients:
10 oz fresh spinach (or 9 oz. frozen spinach)
8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayo
1 cup Pecorino Romano or Parmigiano Reggiano, freshly grated
3 garlic cloves
salt, to taste
fresh cracked pepper, to taste
1/3 cup shaved parmesan cheese optional, to top
red pepper flakes, optional, for heat

Instructions:
For Spinach: You can use fresh spinach or frozen spinach for this dip.
To use fresh spinach: Preheat a large, deep cooking pan over medium-low heat and add some oil. Chop spinach while the pan is preheating and add it to the pan. Season with a pinch of salt and stir. Close the pan with a fitted lid and let it cook down completely. Make sure to stir from time to time. Once the spinach is cooked, transfer it onto a mesh strainer and let it cool down. When cooled enough, gently squeeze most liquids out.
If you plan to use frozen spinach: Make sure to thaw it completely. Once thawed, squeeze out most of the liquid before adding spinach to the mixing bowl.

The Dip:
Preheat oven to 350° and lightly grease a baking dish that’s about 2 quart in size. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix very well. Spread the dip mixture in a baking dish and top it off with some shaved parmesan if you wish. Bake for about 20 minutes.
Before serving, you can leave the melted parmesan cheese on top or simply stir it into the hot dip.

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