Spinach dip, oh how you surprise me every time with your creamy, dreamy goodness! It’s like a warm hug in food form, perfect for impromptu gatherings or late-night cravings. And in just 10 minutes? Well, that’s faster than it takes to scroll through my TikTok feed these days.
Steps
- Gather all necessary ingredients, including sour cream, mayonnaise, thawed and drained chopped spinach, drained and chopped water chestnuts, dry vegetable soup mix, and a round loaf of sourdough bread.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, spinach, water chestnuts, and the dry vegetable soup mix. Mix thoroughly, then place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Cut off the top of the sourdough loaf and remove the soft middle parts, ensuring the crust forms a sturdy bowl.
- Fill the hollowed bread bowl with the chilled spinach mixture. Break the removed bread pieces into chunks to use for dipping.
Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) container of sour cream
- 1 cup of mayonnaise
- ½ of a 10-ounce package of frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 (4-ounce) can of water chestnuts, drained and chopped
- 1 (1.8-ounce) package of dry vegetable soup mix
- 1 (1-pound) round loaf of sourdough bread
Nutritional Values
Total Calories: 4092 | Total Fat: 282g | Saturated Fat: 90g | Cholesterol: 288mg | Sodium: 7098mg | Total Carbohydrate: 318g | Dietary Fiber: 18g | Total Sugars: 18g | Protein: 78g | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 1008mg | Iron: 24mg | Potassium: 2016mg
FAQ
- Can I use fresh spinach instead of frozen for this dip?
- Yes, fresh spinach can be used as a substitute for frozen. Simply blanch the spinach, drain it thoroughly, and chop it before mixing it into the dip.
- What can I use if I don’t have sourdough bread?
- If sourdough bread is unavailable, you can substitute it with other robust loaves like French bread or a large round rye bread to serve as a bread bowl.
- Is there a way to make this dip vegetarian-friendly?
- This recipe is already vegetarian since it doesn’t include any meat products. Just ensure that the dry vegetable soup mix and other ingredients do not contain any non-vegetarian additives.
- How long can I store the spinach dip?
- The spinach dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It’s best when consumed within this time frame for optimal freshness and flavor.
- Can I add extra ingredients to customize the dip?
- Absolutely! Feel free to add ingredients like shredded cheese, chopped green onions, or even a dash of hot sauce to give the dip your personal touch.
Tips
- Make sure to let the dip chill for at least 6 hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to blend well and helps the dip thicken to the ideal consistency.
- When preparing the bread bowl, carefully carve out the interior of the sourdough loaf to ensure it remains sturdy enough to hold the dip without leaking.
- If you prefer a twist on the flavor, consider experimenting with different dry soup mixes, like onion soup mix, as an alternative to the vegetable soup mix.
- For a crunchier texture, you can toast the bread pieces that you remove from the loaf before using them as dippers.
Equipment
- Medium-sized mixing bowl
- Bread knife (for slicing the sourdough bread)
- Refrigerator-safe container (for chilling the dip)
