Warm Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl

Contributed bySharon Hammond
Warm spinach dip inside a crusty bread bowl, served with bread pieces on a white plate.

Ingredients

  • 2 package creamed spinach, defrosted according to package directions (9 oz. size)
  • 3 2/3 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
  • 1 can water chestnuts, drained and chopped (8 oz.)
  • 3 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 round bread loaf, such as rye (16 oz.)
Yield: 10 Servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400° . Combine creamed spinach, Swiss cheese, water chestnuts, Parmesan cheese, mustard, salt and pepper in large bowl. Slice top off bread loaf; carefully remove soft bread from inside, leaving 1/2-inch thick shell. Cut top piece and soft bread into bite-size pieces. Store bread pieces in plastic bag or sealed plastic container to keep soft until ready to use. Spoon spinach mixture into shell; wrap loaf in foil, leaving filling exposed. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until heated through. Serve warm with bread pieces for dipping. 

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