Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon each: salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper
- 10 oz jarred artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 10 oz spinach, wilted (or thawed frozen spinach, with excess water squeezed out)
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, shredded
- ½ cup gouda cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat smoker – Set your smoker to 225°F using a mild wood like pecan, oak, or hickory.
- Mix the base – In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, seasonings, artichoke hearts, spinach, and all the cheeses. Stir until well blended.
- Transfer to skillet – Spread mixture evenly into a cast iron skillet or oven-safe baking dish. Top with more cheese.
- Smoke it – Place skillet in the smoker and cook for an hour until the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Finish under broiler – Move the skillet into your oven and broil for 2–3 minutes, just until the top turns golden and slightly crispy.
- Serve hot – Grab some toasted baguette slices, tortilla chips, or crackers and dig in.
Notes
No smoker? Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes, then broil to finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Smoking or baking
- Cuisine: American