HOT SPINACH-CHEESE DIP 
2 (10 oz.) pkgs. frozen chopped spinach
1/4 c. butter
2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/2 c. evaporated milk
1/2 tsp. pepper
3/4 tsp. garlic powder
3/4 tsp. celery salt
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp. diced onion
1 (6 oz.) roll jalapeno cheese, cubed
1/2 c. soft bread crumbs
1 tsp. butter, melted

Cook spinach according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain thoroughly, reserving 1/2 cup liquid; set aside. Melt 1/4 cup butter in a saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add reserved spinach liquid, milk and next 6 ingredients, stirring until cheese melts. Spoon into a lightly greased 1 1/2 quart casserole. Combine bread crumbs and 1 teaspoon butter; sprinkle over spinach mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Serve hot with crackers or vegetables. Yield: About 4 1/2 cups.

 

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