Artichoke and Spinach Dip

Recipe courtesy Emeril Lagasse, 2005

Show: Emeril LiveEpisode: Emeril's Football Party

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (64)

RECIPE
COMMENTS & REVIEWS(64)

Cook Time:
25 min
Level:
Intermediate
Yield:
8 servings

Times:

Prep: 20 min
Inactive Prep: --
Cook: 25 min
Total:: 45 min

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Ingredients

1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
Salt
Cayenne pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan (about 2 ounces)
1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack (about 2 ounces)
1 cup chopped onions
1 (10-ounce) bag fresh spinach, stemmed, rinsed and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 (15-ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained and julienned
10 to 15 small corn tortillas, cut into fourths
Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Preheat the oil in a deep fryer.

Combine 1/4 cup of the vegetable oil and flour in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir the mixture constantly 5 to 6 minutes for a blond roux. Whisk in the milk and bring the liquid up to a boil. Season the liquid with salt and cayenne. Simmer the liquid for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the liquid is thick and coats the back of a spoon. Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the cheeses. Set the sauce aside.

In a saute pan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions and saute for 2 minutes. Stir in handfuls of spinach at a time, until all the spinach is incorporated. Add the garlic and artichoke and saute for 2 minutes. Season the vegetables with salt and cayenne. Remove the vegetables from the heat and turn into a mixing bowl. Fold the cheese sauce into the vegetables. Turn the mixture into a baking pan. Bake the dip for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Fry the tortilla chips, batches at a time, for about 2 to 3 minutes or until the chips are golden and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate. Season with salt and pepper. Serve the chips with the dip.

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recipe Artichoke and Spinach Dip
Theresa university place, WA 10-12-2009
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BEST DIP EVER
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

THIS IS SERIOUSLY THE BEST SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP I'VE EVER HAD. BETTER THAN ANY RESTAURANT DIP. I'VE MADE THIS ABOUT 8... TIMES SINCE I FIRST SAW IT'S SHOWING. EVERY PERSON WHO HAS TRIED LOVED IT AND REQUESTED ME TO MAKE IT MANY TIMES. ITS IS WORTH THE LITTLE EXTRA WORK NEEDED TO MAKE THIS. YUUMMMYYY!!!Read more
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Koby Baton Rouge, LA 10-09-2009
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Best Spinach and Artichoke Dip Ever!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

OMG! This is like the best dip ever! I have been through a few and I thought that I would give it a try at home. It was... delicious and my co-workers asked for the recipe. I did pass it along. Thanks Emeril! ;)Read more
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kristina titusville, FL 10-04-2009
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Soooo Delicious
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

wow i was surprised at how great this dip turned out. And it was not hard to make at all. I love how the cheeses accented... the dip as well. I made this for a Secrets Party and everyone loved it, I had leftovers and my husband loved it as well, I would definetley make it again!Read more
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Alyssa Alhambra, CA 09-04-2009
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Delicious Dip
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This is my favorite Artichoke and Spinach Dip to make for a party. I always receive compliments from my friends and family... when I make it. I use only one can of artichokes and add a little more spinach, but other than those personal taste adjustments, it's perfect. Also, I recommend buying chips or bread for the dip instead of frying tortilla chips. Read more
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Tyler Blacklick, OH 07-15-2009
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Mild dip
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

I can't lie and say I did not enjoy this dish- because I most certainly did! It was delicious, smooth, creamy, and not... incredibly strong spiniach tasting. My only complaints lie in that you can't hardly taste any spiniach at all! Next time I think I will use brocollii, actually, simply because it will have a stronger, bolder flavor. More so, save yourself some time and oil and don't bother using the deep fryer to make the tortilla chips; but rather pick up a package of pita bread from the store, cut each loaf in forths, and then toast in the griddle with olive oil till crisp- delicious! Best of luck! Taste: 3 stars, Presentation: 4 stars. Simplicity: 3 stars, Satisfaction: 3 starsRead more
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Alisa Williamstown, KY 06-12-2009
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Excellent
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I made this tonight and it was delilcious. The kids even liked it.