Mediterranean Spinach Artichoke Dip

• spinach10 ounces
• artichoke hearts8 ounces
• neufchatel cheese5 ounces
• nonfat greek yogurt0.5 cup
• monterey jack cheese0.5 cup
• parmesan cheese2 tablespoons
• sun tomatoes0.25 cup
• shallots0.25 cup
• garlic cloves2
• thyme0.25 teaspoon
• paprika0.25 teaspoon
• oil from the sun tomatoes1 tablespoon
• kosher salt and pepper8 servings

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, heat the oil from the sun dried tomatoes.

3. 3

   Add shallots and cook until translucent.

4. 4

   Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.

5. 5

   Add sun dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and dried thyme.

6. 6

   Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes before adding the spinach.

7. 7

   Cook for an additional few minutes and then transfer all items into a large bowl.

8. 8

   Add Neufchatel, Greek Yogurt, Monterey Jack Cheese and paprika to the spinach mixture.

9. 9

   Season with salt and pepper.

10. 10

    Combine well.

11. 11

    Lightly cover ramekins or other baking dishes with cooking spray.

12. 12

    Spoon spinach mixture into the dishes and sprinkle the tops with Parmesan Cheese.

13. 13

    Bake for 20-25 minutes and then turn the broiler on.

14. 14

    Broil the tops until they are golden brown.

15. 15

    Serve with chips, bread slices, crackers, or vegetable sticks.