Best 9 Ginas Spinach Dip Recipes

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For a delightful appetizer or party dip, look no further than Gina's Spinach Dip. This creamy and flavorful dish is a crowd-pleaser, featuring a blend of fresh spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and a medley of seasonings. Served with crispy crackers, tortilla chips, or vegetable crudités, this dip offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavors in every bite.

In this article, you'll find two irresistible variations of Gina's Spinach Dip: the classic version and a tangy artichoke spinach dip. The classic recipe delivers a rich and creamy flavor profile, while the artichoke spinach dip adds a savory twist with the addition of marinated artichoke hearts, creating a delightful combination of textures and tastes. Both dips are quick and easy to prepare, making them perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying as a satisfying snack. Join us as we explore the culinary journey of Gina's Spinach Dip, and discover the secrets behind its enduring popularity.

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GINA'S SPICY CREAMED SPINACH



Gina's Spicy Creamed Spinach image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 bunches fresh spinach, washed well, rough stems removed
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 shallots, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the spinach and simmer for 2 minutes. Drain the spinach in a colander. Press down on the spinach with a clean kitchen towel to release all of the liquid. Remove to a cutting board and roughly chop.
  • Heat a large saute pan, over medium-high heat and add the butter and olive oil. When the butter has melted, add the shallots and garlic and saute until fragrant and tender. Stir in the red pepper flakes and spinach. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste. Saute briefly, then add the heavy cream, nutmeg and Parmesan. Reduce the spinach mixture until it has thickened, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.

COLLARD GREEN AND ARTICHOKE DIP



Collard Green and Artichoke Dip image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 shallot, chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 pint heavy whipping cream
2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 lemon, juiced
Dash hot sauce
Dash Worcestershire sauce
2 (10-ounce) boxes collard greens, thawed and drained
1 (14-ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Melt butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and shallots and saute until tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute until it reaches a golden blonde color. Slowly whisk in the cream and turn up heat until it thickens.
  • Add the Parmesan and Cheddar. Stir until the cheese has melted. Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, hot sauce and Worcestershire. Fold in the collard greens and artichoke hearts.
  • Add mixture to a casserole dish. Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Serve this dip with baked pita chips.

GINA'S SPINACH SALAD WITH SPICED PECANS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Freshly cracked black pepper
1 cup pecan halves
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 small shallot, minced
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
Pinch sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 5-ounce package pre-washed baby spinach
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces, fried crisp
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Pecans: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in all the spices and the pecans. Stir and toast the pecans for about 5 minutes. Transfer them to a plate to cool.
  • Salad: Whisk together the Dijon mustard, shallots, and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil in a continuous stream, whisking to emulsify. Season with a pinch of sugar, and salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Add the spinach to a large serving bowl. Toss the greens with the prepared dressing, the bacon, blue cheese, cherry tomatoes and spiced pecans.

SLOW-COOKER SPINACH DIP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Mix 1 cup grated smoked mozzarella, 1/2 cup grated parmesan, 8 ounces cream cheese, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 box thawed frozen spinach, 1 jar artichoke hearts, and salt and pepper in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on high, 2 hours.
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GINA'S CROCK-POT SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 pkg (8 oz. each) Philadelphia Cream Cheese
16 oz bowl sour cream
1 small container whipping cream
1 pkg frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 can (14 oz.) artichokes drained and chopped
1 Tbsp basil
1 Tbsp rosemary
1 Tbsp secret blend (your favorite pepper, salt, etc..)
Round loaf sourdough
Paprika sprinkled on top when done

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in crock-pot on high, and stir occasionally till well mixed. Turn on low stirring at least every 20 minutes.
  • Cut top 1/2" of bread off. Hollow it out to 1", slice bread in 1" cubes and place toothpicks in each. If it is too thick, add some whipping cream or heavy cream or milk to make it dipping consistency.
  • Scoop dip into bread bowl and sprinkle with paprika or your favorite top seasoning... keep it full so guests will be pleased!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

BEST SPINACH DIP EVER



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This is my dad's recipe. The entire family loves it! A flavorful spinach mixture fills a tasty bread bowl. Your family will love it, too.

Provided by Shawna

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Spinach Dip Recipes

Time 6h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup mayonnaise
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 (1.8 ounce) package dry leek soup mix
1 (4 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
½ (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 (1 pound) loaf round sourdough bread

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, dry leek soup mix, water chestnuts and chopped spinach. Chill in the refrigerator 6 hours, or overnight.
  • Remove top and interior of sourdough bread. Fill with mayonnaise mixture. Tear removed bread chunks into pieces for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 682 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 48.3 mg, Fat 47.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 1183.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

ULTIMATE SPINACH DIP



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This is the ultimate spinach dip! It is made from fresh spinach leaves and spring onions. I'm always asked to bring this along to major family events and, of course, during the holidays. It may be served at once, but tastes best when chilled for an hour. Serve with slices of sourdough baguettes.

Provided by KATILADY

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Spinach Dip Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bunch fresh spinach, stems removed, torn into small pieces
1 bunch green onions
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and sliced
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 ½ cups mayonnaise
1 (.4 ounce) packet dry vegetable soup mix
½ (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, toss together spinach, green onion stalks, and water chestnuts. Mix in the sour cream, mayonnaise, dry vegetable soup mix and dry onion soup mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 109 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

CLASSIC SPINACH DIP



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In Stafford, Texas, Joyce Fogleman requests: "Everywhere I take this dip, I'm asked for the recipe. I don't make it at home because I'm afraid that's all I'd eat the entire day. I'd love a downsized version I could make at home."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1.5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
2 tablespoons water
2/3 cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons vegetable soup mix
1 green onion, chopped
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine spinach and water. Cover and microwave on high for 45-60 seconds or until wilted; drain. Cool slightly and squeeze dry. , In a small bowl, combine the water chestnuts, sour cream, mayonnaise, soup mix, onion and spinach. Chill for at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 292mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GINA'S SPINACH DIP



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I love spinach dip. From the Neely's show: Down Home with the Neelys, Episode: Snack Attack! I haven't tried this-YET-put here for safekeeping!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Spinach

Time 20m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons butter
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy whipping cream (or half and half)
1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry
1 (8 ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (recommended, Rotel)
1 cup shredded four cheese blend
tortilla chips
cut vegetables, for serving

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once it foams, add the shallot and garlic, and saute until softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the flour and cook while stirring until it becomes a light blonde color.
  • Slowly stir in the heavy cream, and the drained spinach, and simmer until it starts to thicken, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the artichoke hearts, tomatoes, and cheese and cook until the cheese is melted. Remove to a serving bowl and serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.3, Fat 31.4, SaturatedFat 19.3, Cholesterol 104.4, Sodium 470.1, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 7, Sugar 1.1, Protein 6.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture.
  • Squeeze the spinach dry before adding it to the dip to prevent it from watering down the dip.
  • Use a food processor to quickly and easily chop the spinach.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the spinach by hand.
  • Be careful not to overcook the spinach. It should be wilted, but still have a slightly crunchy texture.
  • Use a good quality cream cheese for the best flavor and texture.
  • Soften the cream cheese to room temperature before using it to make it easier to mix.
  • Use a hand mixer or a stand mixer to beat the cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy.
  • Add the other ingredients to the cream cheese mixture and mix until well combined.
  • Serve the dip immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Gina's Spinach Dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and fresh spinach, this dip is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you serve it with crackers, chips, or vegetables, this dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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