Tuscan Cheese Dip with Vegetables (Printable Version)
Creamy blend of mozzarella, cream cheese and Parmesan with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, baked until golden and bubbly.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
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8 ounces cream cheese
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1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
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1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
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1/2 cup chopped frozen spinach
# Detailed Preparation Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Place all cheese dip ingredients into an oven-safe serving dish, except for 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese reserved for topping. It is not necessary to mix the ingredients or thaw the spinach at this stage.
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Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, stirring occasionally.
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Spread the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top of the dip. Continue baking until the top layer of cheese is melted and begins to brown. For deeper browning, use the broiler instead of continuing to bake.
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Serve the cheese dip immediately with chips, crostini, or other preferred dunkers.
# Helpful Tips:
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Crostini pair excellently with this cheese dip. Add tangy acidity by drizzling regular balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze over the top.
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For a truly vegetarian dish, ensure that all cheeses used are vegetarian.