Killer Spinach Dip

Directions

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   Let cream cheese come to room temperature while defrosting the spinach (or take the time to shred the fresh spinach leaves if using fresh).
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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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   Press as much water out of the spinach leaves as possible before proceeding.
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   I suggest laying it inside of a clean kitchen towel and wringing it out over the sink or a bowl.
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   This step is not necessary for fresh spinach.
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    In a mixer, combine all ingredients except the 1/2 cup pizza blend shredded cheese (this will be melted over the top later!
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    Mix until well combined at low speed, about a minute.
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    Spray an 8x8 inch pan, preferably stoneware of some type, with nonstick cooking spray.
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    Spread the mixture into the bottom of the pan and place in the oven for 15 minutes.
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    Remove from the oven and top with remaining cheese.
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    Place back in the oven and raise temperature to 425 degrees F for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly to your liking.
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    Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
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    Serve with low-salt tortilla chips or whatever you like for dipping (low-salt because of the sodium content of the ranch dressing mix).