ARTICHOKE SPINACH CASSEROLE

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Although he isn't a fan of spinach, my husband loves this dish. The combination of ingredients may sound unusual, but the flavors meld well. It's an excellent side vegetable for a formal dinner. -Judy Johnson, Missoula, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/3 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup evaporated milk
4 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, drained
2 cans (14 ounces each) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and thinly sliced
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Paprika, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook mushrooms and broth over medium heat until tender, about 3 minutes. Remove mushrooms with a slotted spoon and set aside. , Whisk flour and milk until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in spinach, tomatoes and mushrooms. , Place half of the sliced artichoke hearts in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with half of the spinach mixture. Repeat layers. Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper; dollop over casserole. Sprinkle with paprika if desired. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.