Tuscan Spinach Dip

Steam thawed spinach and artichoke hearts in a steamer basket in a covered saucepan over boiling water for 10 minutes.

In another medium saucepan heat 1 teaspoon of oil over medium/low heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, or until onions begin to turn translucent. Add steamed spinach and artichoke hearts, plus cheeses, cream, garlic, salt, and pepper to the pan with the sautéed onion and pepper. Cook over medium/low heat and cook, uncovered, for 5 to 6 minutes or until cheeses are melted and dip is hot. Stir occasionally.

Spoon dip into a serving bowl and garnish with diced tomato, shredded Parmesan cheese, and minced parley. Serve with chips or crackers on the side.

Microwave instructions: Combine the spinach (don’t squeeze any water out of it), artichoke hearts, onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Poke a couple holes in the plastic and microwave on everything on high for 6 to 8 minutes or until the spinach begins to get tender. Stir after every 2 minutes. Add cheeses, cream, salt, and pepper and microwave on high for an additional 3 minutes, stirring every minute. Continue the recipe above at step #3.