Cheesy Hot Spinach Bacon (Printer-Friendly)
Spinach, bacon, and cheeses come together for a creamy, flavorful appetizer ideal for group gatherings.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Cheeses and Dairy
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225 g cream cheese, softened
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120 g sour cream
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120 g shredded cheddar cheese
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120 g shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
→ Vegetables
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300 g frozen spinach, thawed and excess moisture removed
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70 g yellow onion, finely diced
→ Meat
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70 g cooked bacon, crumbled
→ Seasonings
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0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
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0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Steps to Prepare:
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Preheat the oven to 180°C. Lightly grease a medium baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream with an electric mixer until completely smooth.
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Fold in thawed and well-drained spinach, diced onion, crumbled bacon, sea salt, black pepper, shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the shredded mozzarella. Stir until uniformly combined.
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Transfer the spinach mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the surface.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbling and the cheese topping is lightly golden.
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Allow the dip to rest for 5 minutes before serving hot with crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Squeeze thawed spinach thoroughly to prevent excess moisture in the dip.
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Prepare the dish in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake for easy entertaining.
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Substitute bacon with chopped olives or vegetarian crumbles for a meatless variation.