Ingredients

The following ingredients have 9 Servings
  • 1 bunch asparagus [approx 38 spears]
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 5-6 oz cream cheese ((softened))
  • 2/3 cup parmesan cheese (coarsely grated + packed)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 5 oz fresh baby spinach
  • 1-2 tsp olive oil
  • 2-3 oz grated or sliced mozzarella cheese
  • parsley, parmesan, and red pepper flakes to garnish

Instruction

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Trim and rinse your asparagus stalks, then blanch or steam until tender.
  • In a food processor, combine asparagus, garlic, cream cheese, and parm cheese along with your garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt and paprika. Blend until creamy and smooth.
  • In a well-seasoned cast iron skillet, sauté an entire package of spinach with a little bit of olive oil, then add your asparagus dip.
  • Fold together and top with fresh mozzarella [or try gouda!] and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
  • Garnish with your favorites [parsley, part, red pepper flakes, etc...] and grab your favorite dippers!
  • Dive in!