Hot Spinach and Mozzarella Dip
Appetizers • Italian
Description
Serve hot with crackers, breadsticks, or a crispy baguette.
Ingredients
- Olive Oil 2 teaspoons
- Onion 1 head
- Garlic 2 cloves
- Fresh basil leaves 0 oz
- Milk ½ cup
- Ricotta cheese 5 oz
- Worcestershire Sauce to taste
- TABASCO® to taste
- Coarse Salt to taste
- Ground Black Pepper to taste
- Melted Cheese 5 oz
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 430°F.
Step 2
In a pot, heat the olive oil and add finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 5–8 minutes, stirring.
Step 3
Then add finely chopped spinach and cook for 5–8 minutes until softened. Transfer to a colander and let excess liquid drain, gently pressing.
Step 4
In the same pot, heat the milk over high heat. Then add the ricotta and stir until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add the spinach, a bit of Worcestershire sauce, TABASCO, and ¼ cup of finely chopped mozzarella. Mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 5
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining finely chopped mozzarella.
Step 6
Bake in the oven until golden brown for 20–25 minutes.
Cooked This Dish? Share Your Creation!
Snap a photo and let your culinary masterpiece inspire others.
Users Photos
No photos yet. Be the first to share!