BAKED SPINACH DIP LOAF

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Any round loaf works as a serving bowl for this cream-cheesy dip, with spinach, cheddar, water chestnuts and, yes, bacon. Scoop the dip with the extra bread and veggies-then eat the bowl! -Frieda Meding, Trochu, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h50m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, divided
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup mayonnaise
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 green onions, chopped, divided
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons dill weed
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 unsliced round loaf (1 pound) sourdough bread
Cucumber slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Reserve 1 tablespoon crumbled bacon for topping. Beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in spinach, water chestnuts, 1 cup cheese, half of the green onions, garlic, seasonings and remaining bacon., Cut a 1-1/2-in. slice off top of bread. Hollow out the bottom, leaving a 1/2-in.-thick shell. Cut all removed bread into cubes for serving. Fill shell with dip. Wrap in heavy-duty foil, tenting foil over dip. Bake on a baking sheet 1-1/4 hours., Open foil carefully, allowing steam to escape. Sprinkle dip with remaining cheese and green onion and the reserved bacon. Bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes. Serve warm with cucumber and cubed bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 334mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Chiheb Zouaghi
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This spinach dip loaf is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are always impressive.


Raiha Monir
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I've tried other spinach dip loaf recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of flavors and textures.


Valenton Mattison
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This spinach dip loaf is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's a showstopper at any party.


Immanuel Sauceda
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The spinach dip is creamy and flavorful, and the bread is perfectly crispy.


Inam Sherg
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This spinach dip loaf is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a healthy and delicious snack.


leandro hernandez
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it up!


12 PAKISTANI GaMing
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This spinach dip loaf is the perfect party food. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always disappears quickly.


Marissa Scanlon
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's now one of my favorite appetizers to make.


Bablu Bhi
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This spinach dip loaf is so delicious and cheesy. I love that it's made with fresh spinach, which gives it a nice pop of flavor.


Dennis Yegon
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's the perfect appetizer for any occasion.


Monefah Windvogel
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This spinach dip loaf was a huge hit at my last party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.


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