With parties happening at the drop of a hat and friends and relatives
dropping by, it's a good idea to stock up on dip recipes. Why? Because many
dips can be quickly thrown together with ingredients already in your pantry
or fridge. Paired with some crackers, bread or raw veggies, you can keep a
hungry crowd happy for an entire evening.
2 T butter
2 T olive oil
1 med. onion, finely chopped
8 large garlic cloves, minced
2 T flour
1/2 C chicken stock
1/2 C whipping cream
10 oz. package fresh baby spinach leaves
1 C grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 C sour cream
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
salt & pepper to taste
Recipe
Makes About 3 Cups
Melt butter with oil in large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add onion and
garlic; sauté until onion is tender, about 6 minutes. Stir in flour and cook
for another 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in stock and cream and bring to boil,
whisking constantly. Cook until mixture thickens, stirring constantly, about
2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in spinach, cheese, sour cream and cayenne.
Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm with toasted baguette slices or
crackers.