Description
This Creamy Tuscan Dip is a warm, cheesy appetizer that’s perfect for parties or gatherings. A blend of cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan is mixed with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Italian seasonings, then baked until bubbly and golden. Serve it with your favorite bread, crackers, or vegetables for a delicious and crowd-pleasing dip.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 6 ounces spinach, thawed and drained
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spray a 1-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
- Combine Cream Cheese and Sour Cream:
- In a medium-sized bowl, add the cream cheese and sour cream.
- Mix with a hand mixer and blend until smooth.
- Add Cheese and Seasonings:
- Add the minced garlic, garlic powder, salt, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning to the cream cheese mixture.
- Fold in Tomatoes and Spinach:
- Fold in the sun-dried tomatoes and spinach until combined.
- Bake:
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until it is heated throughout and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Serve warm with sliced bread, a baguette, or crackers.
Notes
- Ensure the spinach is thoroughly drained to prevent a watery dip.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and Italian seasoning to your preference.
- You can use fresh spinach instead of frozen; just sauté it until wilted and drain well.
- You may add artichoke hearts.
- For added heat, add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 280kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
