Creamy Seafood Spinach Dip: A Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer
Ingredients:
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup sour cream
1 cup cooked shrimp (chopped)
1 cup lump crab meat
1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Lemon wedges and fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
Prepare the Dip Base:
In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
Add the Seafood and Spinach:
Fold in the chopped shrimp, lump crab meat, and fresh spinach.
Stir in half of the mozzarella cheese and all of the Parmesan cheese.
Assemble and Bake:
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden on top.
Serve:
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with crackers, tortilla chips, or crusty bread.
Add lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.
This rich and creamy dip is loaded with seafood goodness and is sure to be the star of any gathering!
