Gina's Spinach Dip

• tablespoons butter↗3
• shallot, finely chopped↗1
• garlic clove, chopped↗1 -2
• tablespoons all-purpose flour↗2
• cup heavy whipping cream (or half and half)↗1
• (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry1
• (8 ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1
• (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (recommended, Rotel)1
• cup shredded four cheese blend1
• tortilla chips
• cut vegetables, for serving

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once it foams, add the shallot and garlic, and saute until softened, about 3 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the flour and cook while stirring until it becomes a light blonde color.

3. 3

   Slowly stir in the heavy cream, and the drained spinach, and simmer until it starts to thicken, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in the artichoke hearts, tomatoes, and cheese and cook until the cheese is melted. Remove to a serving bowl and serve with tortilla chips.