Quick Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip

Ingredients

• 4 ounces cream cheese softened
• 2 cloves garlic crushed
• 1 tablespoon juice of lemon 
• 1.5 cups cheddar and monterey jack cheese mix divided grated
• 3 servings salt and cayenne pepper to taste
• 1 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
• 10 ounce pkt spinach frozen dry thawed chopped
• 14 ounce artichokes in water drained canned

Equipment

• food processor
• bowl
• paper towels
• oven
• mixing bowl
• blender
• baking pan
• microwave

Directions

1. Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. In food processor or blender, combine sour cream and cream cheese and process until smooth, about 1 minute.
3. Add artichokes, spinach and garlic. Process or chop until well combined, scraping sides of the work bowl or blender jar as needed.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine artichoke mixture, lemon juice, 1/2 cup grated cheese and salt and cayenne pepper to taste.
5. Transfer mixture to a 1-quart microwave-proof baking dish and spread smoothly.
6. Cover with a paper towel and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, or until bubbly around the edges.
7. Remove bowl and sprinkle 1/2 cup grated cheese over the top. Microwave on high for 1 minute, or until cheese is melted.
8. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup grated cheese and bake, uncovered, for 20-25 minutes or until slightly browned and bubbly.