Parmesan Spinach Dip

By carvalhohm2

Ingredients

• 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
• 1 (8-ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (1 tablespoon reserved for topping)
• 1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 (8-ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained and chopped

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 2-quart casserole dish or 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray.

In a medium bowl, beat spinach, cream cheese, all but the reserved 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and garlic powder until well blended. Stir in water chestnuts then spoon mixture into prepared pie plate. Sprinkle with reserved 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese then cover with aluminum foil.

Bake 15 minutes; remove foil and cook an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until heated through. Serve immediately.