Old Mexico Spinach Cheese Dip Recipe

A bubbly, spicy, and irresistible baked spinach and cheese dip! Perfect for game day or any party, this Old Mexico-inspired recipe is made with creamy cheeses, zesty tomatoes, and a hint of heat. Serve with warm pita bread or tortilla chips for an unforgettable appetizer.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 43 mins
Calories 449.4 kcal
Protein 38g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Old Mexico Spinach Cheese Dip

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How to Make Old Mexico Spinach Cheese Dip

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Sauté 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped, in 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until softened, about 4 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained, and 1-2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chilis, depending on desired spice level, and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Stir in 10 ounces fresh spinach (about 5 cups packed), 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese, 4 ounces cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup half-and-half, and 1 tablespoon white vinegar.
  5. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Spoon the mixture into a shallow 9-inch baking dish (quiche dish or pie plate).
  7. Bake in the preheated oven until the dip is bubbly and the top is lightly browned, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

107g

Carbs

3g

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