May 2009

This is a really nice and creamy appetizer dish that is perfect for parties. This is my go to recipe for parties.

This dip is really really amazing. The pecans on the top give a nice
crunch and the cheese makes it really nice and creamy. Serve with
chips, bread, or crackers. Serves about 12.

Ingredients:

2 10 oz packages of frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 8 oz package of cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 14 oz can of artichokes, drained, and chopped
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1 cup onion, chopped
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons of butter
1 cup chopped pecans.

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a saucepan, saute garlic and onions with a tablespoon of butter
until translucent.
3. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, mayo, onions, garlic,
spinach, chopped artichoke, Parmesan cheese,  and cayenne pepper. Mix
until everything is combined well.
4. Transfer into a two quart baking dish. Bake for 20 – 30 min or
until in starts to bubble.
5. Spread the chopped pecans on a baking sheet. Melt one tablespoon of
butter and brush over the top of the pecans.
6. Place the pecans on the oven for about 10 – 15 min or until the
butter is soaked in.
7. Sprinkle the pecans over the dip and serve.

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