Spinach Artichoke Dip

by Cindy Yanasha Angulo in , , , , ,


Who else loves the hearty, creaminess of Spinach & Artichoke dip? Want an eggless version? Look no further!! This recipe will take you 20 mins tops & has 5 simple ingredients.  ​

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Time: 20 mins​

Ingredients:​

  • 1 box frozen spinach​
  • 1 can artichoke hearts ​
  • 1/2 cup plain unflavored yogurt ​(can sub sour cream) 
  • 1/3 cup cream cheese ​
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese ​

Recipe:​

  1. ​Strain the spinach in two layers of towels, you want as much moisture out of it as possible. 
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, yogurt, cheese, and the spinach. You don't need to add salt because the cheese is salty.  ​
  3. Pour the mixture into an oven safe bowl & bake on 375 for 15 - 18 minutes. ​

Sprinkle paprika if you want but it's delicious without it! ​ Enjoy with tortilla chips, pita bread, plantain chips, whatever you like with your dip! 


Pea Soup

by Cindy Yanasha Angulo in , , , , , , , ,


Starting off the year right with some green! Pea soup with fresh ginger, ​spinach & fresh herbs. It's an easy way to have your vegetables, without a cold salad! 

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Time: 30 mins  

Ingredients:  

  • 2 cups frozen peas (can use fresh/canned)
  • 1 vegetable boullion cube
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup spinach  
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary  
  • 1 large sage leaf, torn into smaller pieces
  • 1 small white onion
  • 1 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil  

Recipe

  1. Dice the onion & place it in a medium sauce pan with the vegetable oil. Use medium-low heat.
  2. Add the garlic, ginger, rosemary, sage & boullion cube into the pot. Stir to combine & stir every couple minutes until the boullion cube is melted. 
  3. Add the peas, sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
  4. Add the water, salt & pepper. Bring to a boil.
  5. After about 10 minutes, turn the stove off & add in the spinach. Stir until the spinach is wilted. 
  6. Pour the soup mixture into a food processor & pulse until the mixture is smooth.  

Serve warm, enjoy!