Spinach Artichoke Cheese Dip

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This is very creamy with just the right cheese flavor to balance the vegetables.

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Steps

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In a large saucepan , warm the olive oil and butter over medium heat.

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When the butter has melted , add onion and cook until wilted.

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Add the garlic and cook 2 minutes longer , stirring occasionally.

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Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture.

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Cook , stirring constantly , until mixture turns golden brown in color.

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While whisking , slowly pour chicken broth into onion-flour mixture until it is smoothly incorporated.

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When the mixture begins to simmer , stir in the cream.

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Allow mixture to simmer and remove from the heat.

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Add the parmesan , bouillon , lemon juice , and sugar.

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Stir until thoroughly blended.

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Add the sour cream , spinach , artichoke hearts , monterey jack cheese and tabasco sauce.

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Stir until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and the cheese has melted.

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Transfer to a warm serving bowl and serve immediately with chips or bread cubes.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, butter, onion, garlic, all-purpose flour, chicken stock, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, chicken bouillon, lemon juice, sugar, sour cream, frozen spinach, artichoke bottoms, monterey jack cheese, tabasco sauce