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Spinach-Parmesan Dip

10 oz package frozen spinach, thawed and drained (squeeze out excess moisture)  
1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese 
1 large onion, finely minced
1 clove garlic, chopped (or more, to taste)
4 oz cream cheese, softened  
1 cup mayonnaise
salt
pepper
3 fresh hot peppers, thinly sliced (optional) 
1 tsp paprika 
1 loaf French bread, cut in half lengthwise, then cut into very thin slices

Mix spinach, 1 cup Parmesan, onion, garlic, cream cheese, mayonnaise
well with a blender.  Add salt and pepper to taste.  Place in
greased casserole dish.  Top with peppers (optional) and 1/2 cup
Parmesan.  Sprinkle with paprika.  Bake at 350 degrees for 20
minutes.  Allow to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.  Turn
oven up to 400 degrees.  Place French bread slices flat on cookie
sheet.  Cook in 400 degree oven for approx 5 minutes - but watch
them closely to make sure they don't overcook.  Remove them when
they're golden brown.  Of course, you could use store bought crackers  
and/or melba toast instead.

This dip can also be made in the microwave.  Allow to cook on high,
covered, for 6-10 minutes, depending on the power of your microwave.
Its done when the onions are translucent.

Printable version: spinach-parmesan.txt.