Asparagus Spinach Dip
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Certified SC Grown asparagus
- 3 garlic cloves
- 5 to 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 5 ounce package fresh spinach
- 1 to 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 to 3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Steam or blanch the asparagus until tender.
- Combine the asparagus, garlic, cream cheese, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper, and salt in a food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Heat the olive oil in an oven safe skillet and cook the spinach until wilted.
- Stir the asparagus mixture into the spinach.
- Top with mozzarella.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
Notes
- Serve warm with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetables.
