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.

Md Mihaj
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. It was easy to make and it tasted delicious.


Naf Nafboon
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This spinach dip loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion.


Azi Muhammad
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I've made this spinach dip loaf several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect appetizer or main course for any occasion.


Rj Faruk
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This spinach dip loaf is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Umar Faisal
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I'm not a fan of spinach, but I loved this spinach dip loaf! The cheese and bread masked the spinach flavor perfectly.


Anita Malla
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This spinach dip loaf is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


MD ALI AKBOR
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I made this spinach dip loaf for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it and asked for the recipe.


Nathan Flatt
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This spinach dip loaf is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, cheesy, and satisfying.


Zohaib Rajput
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I loved this spinach dip loaf! The spinach flavor was subtle and it paired perfectly with the cheese and bread.


Free Fire Naim
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This spinach dip loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion.


Mst Juiy
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I've made this spinach dip loaf several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect appetizer or main course for any occasion.


Mahfuzul Hasan
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This spinach dip loaf is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Linda Baez
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I'm not a fan of spinach, but I loved this spinach dip loaf! The cheese and bread masked the spinach flavor perfectly.


MB Rokey
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This spinach dip loaf is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Colin Flanders
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I made this spinach dip loaf for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it and asked for the recipe.


Wageesha Sayuranga
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This spinach dip loaf is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, cheesy, and satisfying.


Amelia Harris
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I'm so glad I did! The spinach flavor is subtle and it pairs perfectly with the cheese and bread.


Joram Starboy
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This recipe is a keeper! I love that it's made with simple ingredients and it's so versatile. I've served it as an appetizer, a main course, and even a side dish.


rubaiya nira
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I've made this spinach dip loaf several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor.


Justin Wojohn
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This spinach dip loaf was a hit at my party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.


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