CLASSIC SPINACH-ARTICHOKE DIP WITH MOZZARELLA AND PARMESAN

Classic Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Mozzarella and Parmesan image

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Yield Makes 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed, drained
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
3/4 teaspoon paprika
14 ounces canned or frozen artichoke hearts (about 2 cups), thawed, drained, coarsely chopped
8 ounces cream cheese
1 cup (or more) heavy cream
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup grated mozzarella
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

Squeeze as much liquid out of the spinach as possible with a a clean dishtowel or paper towels. Melt butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sauté shallot until soft, 3-5 minutes. Stir in paprika and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, cream, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, until warmed through and slightly reduced, 8-10 minutes. Fold in mozzarella and Parmesan and cook until melted; add more cream if needed to reach desired consistency. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
Do Ahead
Dip can be made 1 day ahead. Store in an airtight container and chill. Warm before serving.