Serves: 8
Total Calories: 439

2 (6 1/4-ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1 (10-ounce) package chopped frozen leaf spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, warmed
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/4 cups grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup heavy cream or half and half
2/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip)

HOME PREPARATION: In food processor blend artichokes, Romano cheese, garlic and parmesan cheese for about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Artichokes and cheeses should be minced, but should not be pasty. In a mixing bowl add drained spinach, cream, sour cream, cream cheese, mayonnaise and mozzarella. Stir well. Spoon artichoke mixture into the mixing bowl from the food processor stir all ingredients well to combine and store in a zip-lock bag or plastic storage container to be used at camp. Lightly oil an 8-inch deep or 10-inch Dutch oven and pour mixture into Dutch oven. Bake at 325°F to 350°F for 20 to 30 minutes or until hot, stirring half way through cooking time. Dip should be a little bubbly and cheese melted. Remove from heat and serve with chips of your choice like tortilla or bagel chips, or thinly slices sourdough bread.

*CAMP PREPARATION: In small batches, using a hand cranked salsa maker or by hand with a knife, finely mince artichoke hearts. Place into a medium mixing bowl with remaining ingredients and stir very well until blended. Lightly oil an 8-inch deep or 10-inch Dutch oven and pour mixture into Dutch oven. Bake at 325°F to 350°F for 20 to 30 minutes or until hot, stirring half way through cooking time. Dip should be a little bubbly and cheese melted. Remove from heat and serve with chips of your choice like tortilla or bagel chips, or thinly sliced sourdough bread.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 8
Total Calories: 439
Calories from Fat: 333

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