SPINACH, ARTICHOKE AND BEER DIP

Spinach, Artichoke and Beer Dip image

Provided by Inspired Taste

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 box (9 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
1 jar (6 oz) Progresso™ marinated artichoke hearts, drained, coarsely chopped
1 bottle (12 oz) dark beer (1 1/2 cups)
2 packages (3 oz each) cream cheese
1/2 cup shredded pizza cheese blend (2 oz)
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In small saucepan, heat spinach, artichokes and 1 cup of the beer to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat; drain and discard liquid.
In large microwavable bowl, microwave cream cheese on High 30 to 60 seconds until softened. Stir in spinach and artichokes. Add pizza cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, pepper flakes and remaining 1/2 cup beer; stir until blended.
Microwave uncovered on High about 1 to 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving