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SPINACH DIP WITH PITA CRISPS



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This recipe is perfect for a game-day snack -- and much healthier than the restaurant version.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup finely chopped scallions (about 1 bunch)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Pita Crisps for Spinach Dip

Steps:

  • Place spinach in a colander; squeeze out excess liquid.
  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add scallions and garlic; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer to a large bowl. Add spinach, sour cream, cheese, lemon juice, hot sauce, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; stir well. Serve with Pita Crisps.

HOT SPINACH SPREAD WITH PITA CHIPS



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Warm and cheesy, this spread is absolutely scrumptious served on toasted pita wedges. Its colorful appearance makes a stunning addition to any buffet. -Teresa Emanuel, Smithville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 16 servings (4 cups spread).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
6 pita breads (6 inches)
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly., Meanwhile, cut each pita bread into 8 wedges. Place in two 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Combine the butter, lemon pepper, cumin and garlic salt; brush over pita wedges. , Bake for 7-9 minutes or until crisp. Serve with spinach spread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

SPINACH DIP WITH PITA TOASTS



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This recipe would be a great addition to any party or get-together. Feel free to add more jalapenos if you want more heat.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Spinach

Time 45m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 tablespoon chopped jalapeno
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 tomatoes, chopped
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1/3 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons lemon pepper
2 teaspoons cumin
6 pita bread rounds

Steps:

  • For the dip: Drain spinach and press out as much water as possible.
  • Combine the spinach, jalapenos, onions, tomatoes, cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese and half and half in a medium bowl and mix well.
  • Spoon into a buttered baking dish and bake at 400º for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Serve with pita toasts.
  • For pita toasts:.
  • Combine the butter, lemon pepper and cumin in a shallow dish and mix well.
  • Slit each pita bread round in half so you have 2 rounds.
  • Cut each round into triangles (using a pizza cutter makes this very easy).
  • Dip each piece into butter mixture and place on a cookie and put under the broiler until crisp.

LAYERED MEDITERRANEAN DIP WITH PITA CHIPS



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Not your ordinary layer dip, the bold combination of hummus and Greek yogurt will be a new most-requested recipe at your next baby shower or gathering. -Elizabeth Dumont, Boulder, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 5 cups (120 chips).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 medium seedless cucumber, chopped
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons minced fresh mint or 1 teaspoon dried mint
1 carton (10 ounces) hummus
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers, drained
2 packages (4 ounces each) crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, sliced
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
Optional: Minced fresh parsley and additional minced fresh mint
PITA CHIPS:
20 pita pocket halves
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Line a strainer with 4 layers of cheesecloth or 1 coffee filter and place over a bowl. Place yogurt in prepared strainer and cover with edges of cheesecloth. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. In a small bowl, combine the strained yogurt, cucumber, vinegar and mint., Spread hummus in the bottom of a 9-in. deep dish pie plate. Layer with onion, peppers, feta cheese, olives, tomatoes and yogurt mixture. Top with parsley and additional mint if desired. Chill until serving., Cut each pita half into 3 wedges; separate each wedge into 2 pieces. Place in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets. Brush both sides with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper., Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until crisp, turning once. Serve with dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 478mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SPINACH & ARTICHOKE DIP WITH PITA CHIPS



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Here's the best spinach & artichoke dip recipe I've found. Tastes wonderful with homemade pita chips (recipe included). Guten Appetit!

Provided by Douglas J. Renze

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package frozen spinach, chopped, thawed and drained
1 can green chili, chopped, drained
1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1 cup mayonnaise
1 can artichoke heart, diced fine
8 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Thaw and drain spinach.
  • Be certain to get all the liquid out. Add the rest of the ingredients, mix.
  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-30 minutes, until top is golden brow n.
  • - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Serving Ideas : Delicious with pita chips.
  • * Exported from MasterCook * Pita Chips Recipe By : Claudia Landis Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:30 Categories : Appetizers Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 package whole wheat pita bread -- cut into wedges olive oil or vegetable cooking spray seasoning (such as Mrs.
  • Dash) Cut pitas into 8-12 wedges per slice. Place the pita wedges onto a cookie sheet in a single layer.
  • If using olive oil, brush the pita wedges with olive oil, then sprinkle with seasoning.
  • If using cooking spray, sprinkle the pita wedges with seasoning, then spray.
  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until crisp, about 20 minutes.
  • Pita chips may need to be turned half-way through in order to crisp on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.4, Fat 26, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 75.6, Sodium 765.1, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 6.5, Protein 29.1

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