Shelly's Recipe

BAKED SPINACH AND ONION DIP

Category: Dips - Hot

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed (cooked according to package directions, hand-squeezed as dry as possible)
1 cup mayonnaise (do not use salad dressing)
2 teaspoons hot sauce, or adjust to heat level
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, very soft
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan, divided
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Toasted baguette slices

In a bowl combined spinach, mayonnaise, hot sauce, cream cheese, onion, garlic, 1 cup parmesan cheese, and black pepper until thoroughly combined. Spoon the mixture in a baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, then the paprika. Bake at 350 degrees until hot in center and lightly browned on top (about 25 to 30 minutes). Serve hot to spread on baguette slices. Yield about 3 cups