Start the year off with a commitment to healthier entertaining. Appetizers don’t have to be a nutritional write-off. Well planned appetizers can be an excellent source of nutrients!

Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip

2 170 mL jars Western Classics marinated artichoke hearts, drained, finely chopped
1 300 g pkg Western Family frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed dry, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
15 mL Western Family lemon juice 1 Tbsp
125 mL Western Classics light mayonnaise-style dressing ½ cup
125 mL fat-free sour cream ½ cup
250 mL Western Family grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup
30 mL bread crumbs 2 Tbsp

1. Preheat oven to 325° F (160° C).

2. In a medium bowl, mix together artichokes, spinach, garlic, lemon juice, mayonnaise, sour cream and Parmesan cheese. Pack into a small baking dish or oven-proof crock.

3. Sprinkle with bread crumbs.

4. Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly.

5. Serve with slices of baguette, Western Family crackers or tortilla chips and/or vegetable sticks.

Makes 375 mL (1½ cups)

Nutritional analysis per serving: per 15 mL (1 Tbsp) serving
Calories 43, Protein 3.2 g, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Fat 2.4 g