Spinach And Artichoke Dip (italian Style)

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 cup chopped red onion
• 1 cup chopped yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped italian parsley
• 6 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 teaspoon red pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 8 ounces portabella mushrooms, chopped
• 2 (15 ounce) cans artichoke hearts
• 1 (16 ounce) packet frozen chopped spinach
• 2 lbs ricotta cheese
• 1 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
• 4 tablespoons heavy cream (+-) or 4 tablespoons half-and-half (+-)

Recipe

• 1 heat oil and butter over medium heat.
• 2 add onion, mushrooms herbs, garlic and spices, sautee until browned and tender.
• 3 add artichoke, break into small pcs while browning.
• 4 add spinach.
• 5 continue to stir and cook until all moisture is absorbed and mixture appears to be dry.
• 6 add ricotta, mix well.
• 7 add parmesian, mix well.
• 8 create desired consistancey by adding cream or more parmesian.
• 9 salt to taste (needs quite a bit).
• 10 serve on crackers or chips.