Cheesy Spinach Dip

Here's one more from the Party Menu - an easy & quick Spinach Dip. I like serving baked appetizers as it's convenient. It's easy to store in the oven until your guests arrive, and the dish will stay warm even when prepared hours in advance. Turn the temperature up for a few minutes before serving, and its as good as it gets!

Warning: This one is for those who indulge and don't count calories
Recipe adapted from Martha Stewart's

• Olive Oil - 2 teaspoons, plus more for baking dish
• 1 Onion - chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pack Spinach
• 1/2 cup milk
• Reduced-fat bar cream cheese - 5 oz
• Soy Sauce - 2 tbsp
• Chilli Sauce - 3 tbsp
• Mozzarella - 3/4 cup
• Ground Pepper

Here's How:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 
2. In a non-stick pan, heat oil and add onion and garlic; cook until lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes.
3. Add spinach in small proportions and ensure they are completely wilted, 5 to 8 minutes.
4. Transfer to a colander; drain, pressing to release all excess liquid. This might take time, but is important if you need your dip to be the right consistency.
5. In the same pan, warm milk over high heat and whisk in cream cheese until melted (about 5 minutes) 
6. Add spinach, soy sauce, chilli sauce, and 1/4 cup mozzarella; stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. 
7. Pour the mix into shallow baking dish; top with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella.
8. Bake until bubbly and golden brown, 20 minutes. 
9. Serve with mini bagel bites or onion/sesame crackers and enjoy!