Baja Spinach Dip

Ingredients

• 6 ounce spinach (fresh)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion (chopped)
• 1 jalapeno pepper (chopped)
• 14.5 ounce diced tomatoes ((1 can))
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (such as Sriracha)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
• 8 ounce cream cheese
• 3 cups Mexican Blend cheese (shredded)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, bring ½ inch of water to a boil. Add spinach; cover and boil for 3-5 minutes or until wilted. Drain well and squeeze out the water from the spinach if necessary.

2. 2

   In a large oven safe skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the chopped jalapeno and stir.

3. 3

   Stir in tomatoes, hot sauce, lime juice and cream cheese until blended. Season with salt and pepper if needed. Add the cooked spinach, 2 cups of the cheese and stir.

4. 4

   Top the dip with the remaining 1 cup shredded cheese. Bake uncovered at 350℉ for 30 minutes, or until bubbling and slightly browned.

5. 5

   Serve warm with chips.