Simple Spinach Dip
October 3, 2024
This easy dip comes together in about 20 minutes! Perfect for last-minute guests. Pairs well with Odell IPA.
SERVINGS
6
PREP TIME
5 min
COOK TIME
25 min
Ingredients
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110-ounce package fresh spinach, chopped
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2tablespoons unsalted butter
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1medium shallot, finely chopped
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1/2teaspoon paprika
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8ounces cream cheese
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3/4cup (or more) heavy cream
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1/2teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/4cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions
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1
In a large pot of boiling water, blanch the spinach until softened, about 1 to 2 minutes. Immediately pour the spinach into a strainer and run cold water over the spinach until it is cooled.
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2
Press and squeeze as much liquid out of the spinach as possible with a clean dish towel or paper towels. Roughly chop the spinach.
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3
Melt butter in a medium pan over medium-low heat. Sauté shallot until soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in paprika and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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4
Add spinach, cream cheese, cream, salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until warmed through and slightly reduced, 5 to 7 minutes; add more cream if needed to reach desired consistency.
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5
Top with shredded Parmesan cheese and broil in oven until browned and bubbly.
Serve with a sliced baguette.
Recipe adapted from Epicurious