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Friday, October 16, 2020
Easy Spinach Queso – only 3 ingredients! I love this stuff! Tastes just like the Spinach Con Queso at J. Alexander’s/Redlands Grill. I could make a meal out of this yummy dip! Can make the dip in the microwave or in the slow cooker. Serve with tortilla chips. Great for parties, tailgating, or as a side to all your favorite Mexican dishes! #dip #queso #spinach #velveeta #cheesedip #rotel
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I have a serious weakness for the Spinach Queso at J. Alexander’s/Redlands Grill. It is basically the only reason I eat at J. Alexander’s. Well, the dip and those skinny fries! YASSS! I’ve been craving the spinach dip lately, so I decided to make my own version at home. Y’all, this dip is SO good! I might like it better than the original! With only 3 ingredients, it is a snap to make. Perfect for Taco Tuesday, parties, and watching the big game!
How to Make Cheese Dip with Spinach
This dip is super easy to make in the microwave. Start with heating up some frozen spinach and artichoke dip. Place some Velveeta cheese and some diced tomatoes and green chiles in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat it until it starts to melt. Add the dip and heat until everything is melted and hot.
- I recommend usingTGI Friday’s Spinach Artichoke Dip because it has an alfredo sauce base with a hint of roasted garlic.The creamy spinach and artichoke dip really mellows out the spicy Rotel in this dip.
- I buy the TGI Friday’s Spinach Artichoke Dip at Walmart.
- Can I make this Spinach Queso in the slow cooker? Yes! Just dump everything in the crockpot and cook on LOW for a few hours.
- You can also make the dip on the stovetop if you prefer.
- You can refrigerate any leftovers and reheat in the microwave or on the stove.
- When reheating the dip, you may need to add a splash of milk to thin out the dip.
- Use any heat level of Rotel that you prefer – Mild, Original, Mexican, or Hot.
What to Serve with Spinach Cheese Dip
This dip is SO addictive. I ended up eating this as my lunch when I made it for the blog. I seriously could not stop eating it. We serve the dip with tortilla chips and Fritos. This cheese dip is also great on top of nachos, poured over a baked potato, or on top of our Queso Smothered Chicken. I’m getting hungry just thinking about that combination!
While you can make a meal out of this dip, you probably need a few other snacks to round out your party spread. Here are a few of our favorite recipes from the blog that go great with this cheese dip:
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Easy Spinach Queso
Author: Plain Chicken
Yield: 8 people
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Easy Spinach Queso – only 3 ingredients! I love this stuff! Tastes just like the Spinach Con Queso at J. Alexander's/Redlands Grill. I could make a meal out of this yummy dip! Can make the dip in the microwave or in the slow cooker. Serve with tortilla chips. Great for parties, tailgating, or as a side to all your favorite Mexican dishes! #dip #queso #spinach #velveeta #cheesedip #rotel
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Velveeta cheese cubed
- 1 (10-oz) can Rotel tomatoes
- 2 (8-oz) packages TGI Friday's Frozen Spinach Artichoke Dip
- ⅓ cup milk, optional
Instructions:
Peel back a corner of the frozen dip and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Set aside.
In a large microwave-safe dish, combine undrained Rotel and Velvetta cheese. Microwave on HIGH 5 minutes or just until cheese melts.
Remove from microwave; stir in partially cooked spinach and artichoke dip. Microwave for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Stir until the mixture is well blended. Add milk if necessary to thin out the dip.
Serve wtih tortilla chips.
Notes:
- I recommend usingTGI Friday’s Spinach Artichoke Dip because it has an alfredo sauce base with a hint of roasted garlic.The creamy spinach and artichoke dip really mellows out the spicy Rotel in this dip.
- I buy the TGI Friday’s Spinach Artichoke Dip at Walmart.
- To make the dip in the slow cooker, simply dump everything in the crockpot and cook on LOW for a few hours.
- You can also make the dip on the stovetop if you prefer.
- You can refrigerate any leftovers and reheat in the microwave or on the stove.
- When reheating the dip, you may need to add a splash of milk to thin out the dip.
- Use any heat level of Rotel that you prefer – Mild, Original, Mexican, or Hot.
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