Spicy South Of The Border Spinach Cheese Dip Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 06, 2007

I searched out this recipe and made it for a friend of mine who's pregnant and craving spicy spinach dip without artichokes. Unfortunately, she may have to wait for the second batch...this is REALLY GOOD! If you want it mild, follow the recipe as written. But if you want it kickin’, try my modifications: use only 1 tablespoon of oil, add 1 minced garlic clove to the onion, replace the tomatoes with 2 cans of Ro*tel AND keep the 1 can of diced chilies, use a blend of shredded cheeses (cheddar, monterey jack, pepper jack, colby, etc., whatever you choose), use enough black pepper and cayenne pepper to suit your taste (maybe 1/4 teaspoon of each), and add 1/4 teaspoon cumin. Finally, seal the deal with a dash or two of cajun seasoning.

—Brown Sugar Girl

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 07, 2003

We actually preferred this without cooking it but cooked, it's only fair, at best. I may half the spinach next time.

—KTONG1

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Jan 25, 2004

This dip received rave reviews from my boyfriend and his other Monday Night Football watching friends. I did make some suggested substitutions by other reviewers and others to try and make this a "healthier dip" (as if such a thing were possible!). I substitued NO FAT Half and Half for the real stuff, Neufchatel Cheese for the cream cheese, and 2 (10 oz.) cans of Rotel Original diced Tomatoes and Green Chillies (drained) for the separate cans of tomatoes and diced chillies. In addition, I only used 8 oz. of Monterey Jack. Finally, I added 10 drops of Franks Red Hot Sauce to mixture to spice it up a little. I used a 7 X 11-in glass baking pan....it looked great and tasted great even though these changes make it lower in fat. Highly recommed this recipe!

—SEIFERTKE

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Dec 08, 2004

Great recipe - I make it all the time. I use 1 can of chiles and 1 can of spicy Rotel (drained) instead of tomatoes. I use a full cup of half n half - otherwise the dip is too thick.

—solemn chef

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Feb 08, 2011

This was good, everyone seemed to enjoy it. It was not really spicy, though. A little time consuming, but had good flavor. Thanks for sharing your recipe!

—Mi ~ (a PRO at) Being Mi

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Mar 10, 2003

I made this over Thanksgiving with a few variations. Instead of a regular onion, I sauteed one bunch of chopped green onions with a tiny bit of butter/margarine. To save time, I used canned diced tomatoes with green chilis added and I used two cans. I didn't use any salt or pepper, and I added a dollop of sour cream, and used about two cups of shredded cheese Mexican blend with four different cheeses. I didn't add the half n half either. The family LOVED it, however, the kids found it too spicy for their taste. GREAT with tortilla chips.

—KAT1973

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Dec 26, 2005

Very good although I changed a few things. I did not have regular spinache so I used a box of frozen creamed spinache then reduced the milk to 1/2 cup. Also added some red pepper and cajun seasoning nice and spicy! Very easy to make.

—JULZBROWN

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Jan 25, 2004

This dip is yummy and great with nachos or crackers. The recipe is easy to follow and there are no "crazy" ingredients that are hard to find. Highly reccommended; takes awhile to prepare but it is definitely worth it.

—KATHRYNLOIS

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Nutrition

Calories
524 kcal
26%

Carbohydrates
12.4 g
4%

Cholesterol
118 mg
39%

Fat
44.4 g
68%

Fiber
3.2 g
13%

Protein
21.8 g
44%

Sodium
704 mg
28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Spicy South Of The Border Spinach Cheese Dip

Serving Size: 1/5 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 5
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 524
Calories from Fat: 399

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 44.4g 68 %
Saturated Fat 24.9g 124 %
Cholesterol 118mg 39 %
Sodium 704mg 28 %
Potassium 571mg 16 %
Total Carbohydrates 12.4g 4 %
Dietary Fiber 3.2g 13 %
Protein 21.8g 44 %
** Sugars 3.7g
Vitamin A 160 %
Vitamin C 34 %
Calcium 78 %
Iron 32 %
Thiamin 13 %
Niacin 44 %
Vitamin B6 20 %
Magnesium 28 %
Folate 68 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.