Hot Spinach Dip

Submitted by PalatablePastime

"This is a warm dip, but I doubt it will last long enough to get cold.It's nice and creamy, and a bit wickedly spicy too!"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed drained, and chopped
• 1⁄4 cup butter
• 1⁄4 cup flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups milk
• 8 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese
• 2 tablespoons minced pickled jalapeno peppers
• tortilla chips

directions

1. Place spinach in a colander to drain; taking spinach in your hands, squeeze out as much excess moisture as you can; set aside.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over low heat; stir in the flour, salt and pepper, stirring until thickened.
3. Add the milk, stirring constantly, and bring to a boil; cook 1 minute then remove from heat.
4. Add the spinach and cheese and jalapeno to the thickened milk, stirring until the cheese melts.
5. Serve warm with chips.

Reviews

[Dana-MMH]

Perfect dip to munch on while in front of the T.V. the guys enjoyed this while watching football over the weekend, thanks!

 

[Stephy Turner]

This was exactly what I was craving; warm-gooey-cheesiness.

 

[JackieCollas]

This was really good! I did add some onions and hot pepper flake. Everyone really enjoyed this

 

[ratherbeswimmin]

Made this dip for MNF gathering. Had a wonderful rich cheesy and creamy taste. Was loved by those who thought they hated spinach. This one is perfect for casual entertaining and especially fall football watchin'. Thanks Sue.

 

[jennifer jay]

i loved it but couldnt get my spinach loathing family to eat it. i'm keeping this recipe, though, so i can make it again for myself and i'll use more jalepenos next time!