Gina's Spinach Dip

I love spinach dip. From the Neely's show: Down Home with the Neelys, Episode: Snack Attack! I haven't tried this-YET-put here for safekeeping!

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Yields: 4-6

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons butter
• 1  shallot, finely chopped
• 1 -2  garlic clove, chopped
• 2  tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1  cup heavy whipping cream (or half and half)
• 1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry
• 1 (8 ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1 (10 ounce) can  diced tomatoes and green chilies (recommended, Rotel)
• 1  cup  shredded  four cheese blend
•  tortilla chips
•  cut  vegetables, for serving

Directions

1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once it foams, add the shallot and garlic, and saute until softened, about 3 minutes.
2. Add the flour and cook while stirring until it becomes a light blonde color.
3. Slowly stir in the heavy cream, and the drained spinach, and simmer until it starts to thicken, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the artichoke hearts, tomatoes, and cheese and cook until the cheese is melted. Remove to a serving bowl and serve with tortilla chips.