Spinach Basket Recipe ๐ฅ๐ฅ
Description: This Spinach Basket Dip is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for gatherings and parties. Bursting with flavors and easy to prepare, it’s a dish you’ll keep coming back to!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: Yield: 10 people
Ingredients:
- 1 package frozen spinach
- 1 cup light sour cream
- 1 bunch spring onions, chopped
- 6 water chestnuts, chopped
- 1 cup low-fat mayonnaise
- 1/2 clove garlic, minced
- 1 Vienna loaf (or similar bread)
Nutrition per Serving:
- Calories: 96.1
- Fat: 5.7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.4g
- Cholesterol: 17.1mg
- Sodium: 331.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.5g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Protein: 4.1g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Spinach Mixture:
- Thaw the frozen spinach and squeeze out any excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, light sour cream, chopped spring onions, chopped water chestnuts, low-fat mayonnaise, and minced garlic. Mix until well combined.
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Prepare the Bread Basket:
- Cut the top off the Vienna loaf to create a lid.
- Hollow out the center of the loaf, leaving a thick bread shell to hold the dip.
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Fill the Bread Basket:
- Fill the hollowed-out loaf with the prepared spinach mixture, pressing it down gently to fill any gaps.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Spinach Basket dip with slices of continental bread for dipping.
- Once the slices of bread are finished, use the Vienna loaf casing as a dip vessel.
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Make Ahead Tip:
- The spinach mixture can be prepared the day before serving for enhanced flavor.
- However, do not fill the bread case until ready to serve to prevent it from becoming soggy.
This Spinach Basket Dip is not only delicious but also a visually stunning centerpiece for any party table. Enjoy the creamy spinach goodness with your favorite bread or crackers. It’s an easy recipe that’s sure to become a staple at your gatherings!
