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Spinach and Artichoke Cheese Bread Recipe

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This easy Spinach and Artichoke Cheese Bread is a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for any occasion. Featuring a creamy blend of spinach, artichokes, creamy cheeses, and garlic spread over crusty Italian bread, it's baked to golden perfection with melted mozzarella on top. Ideal for game day, parties, or casual gatherings, it’s simple to make and irresistibly delicious.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Bread

  • 1 (14 ounce) loaf Italian bread

Spinach and Artichoke Mixture

  • 3 ounces fresh spinach (3-4 cups)
  • 8 ounces full-fat sour cream, room temperature
  • 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • 12 ounce jar artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 ounces shredded mozzarella (one-third of 12 ounces)
  • 5 ounces shredded Parmesan
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Topping

  • 8 ounces shredded mozzarella (remaining two-thirds)

Garnish

  • Fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the bread.
  2. Prepare the bread: Slice the loaf of Italian bread in half lengthwise and place both halves cut side up on a large baking sheet.
  3. Make the spinach mixture: In a large bowl, combine fresh spinach with sour cream, cream cheese, chopped artichoke hearts, minced garlic, one-third of the shredded mozzarella, all the Parmesan cheese, and season generously with kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated into a creamy dip.
  4. Assemble the bread: Evenly spread the spinach and artichoke dip mixture over the cut side of each bread half. Then sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
  5. Bake the bread: Bake the prepared bread in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges of the bread are turning a golden brown color.
  6. Broil for a golden finish: For a perfectly browned and bubbly cheese topping, switch your oven to broil and broil the bread for 1 to 2 minutes. Watch carefully until the cheese turns dark golden brown.
  7. Cool and serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it sit for about 5 minutes to cool slightly. Slice the bread into servings, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and enjoy your delicious appetizer!

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese and sour cream are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • Use fresh spinach for best flavor but frozen can be substituted if thoroughly drained and chopped.
  • Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
  • Broil time may vary depending on oven; watch closely to prevent burning.
  • Great served warm alongside marinara or ranch for dipping.
  • Leftover bread can be refrigerated and gently reheated in the oven for best texture.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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