Spinach Gruyere Dip

Submitted by Glitterhoof

"This is a simple, decadent dip that's perfect for parties. If you don't have gruyere cheese you can use any hard, full-flavoured melting cheese, such as extra old cheddar or a mix of swiss and parmesan. Serve with your favourite crackers or crusty bread."

 

• Ready In: 50mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Yields: 1 Dish
• Serves: 10

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup white wine
• 700 g fresh spinach, chopped
• 900 g cream cheese
• 600 g gruyere cheese, grated
• 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 lemon, juice of
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper

directions

1. Place oil in a large non-stick pan, and sautee onion over medium heat until soft and transparent (do not brown).
2. Add wine and garlic, and simmer until liquid reduces to about a tablespoon or two.
3. Add spinach, nutmeg, salt and pepper, and simmer until spinach wilts and reduces right down.
4. Stir in cream cheese and soften until fully melted.
5. Gradually stir in grated cheese until melted.
6. Stir in lemon juice, and taste to see if you need to add more seasoning.
7. Before serving, place in an oven-proof dish and bake in a preheated oven (350° F or 175° C) until bubbly and golden on top.