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Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Big News and Some Dip



A couple things to take care of before I get to this yummy dip. I drew for the Peeler Giveaway.  Random.or came up with #39, Carolyn of All Day I Dream About Food was the lucky winner. Carolyn, I need your address so I can get them in the mail to you!

The other big thing happening around here is we are moving!! We are packing up our stuff and headed west to Fort Collins Colorado! My husband lived there for a summer in college, and we both loved it. We have been there almost every year since. A good opportunity came about this summer, and we just couldn't turn it down. We are very excited about this adventure, but nervous about all that is to come as well. We have only ever lived 3 hours from our family, and now will be almost 1000 miles. Big change! It will be great though, we love the mountains, love hiking, and love Colorado!  So if you were wondering why I was have been complaining about being crazy busy lately, now you know what I have been up to.  We just listed our house, so that is a HUGE amount of work. 

Ok, now onto what you came here for. The FOOD!! I made this Spinach Artichoke Dip for a party recently, and it was a huge hit! I had to snag a little bit to take home with me, so I could snap some pics. I think I got some dirty looks as I was sneaking my little bowl away.

Spinach Artichoke Dip
Adapted from Food Network
Printable Recipe

1 package Frozen Creamed Spinach, cooked as directions on package
1 small jar artichoke hearts, chopped
8 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Place cooked spinach in a bowl.  Add in all the other ingredients, and stir until well blended.  Best served warm.  You can place in a small crock pot on warm or low for a party.. 

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37 comments:

  1. UnknownSeptember 13, 2011 at 4:42 AM

    Wow! That is a big deal! I don't know if I could move away from our parents just yet...our kids would be so upset. But I'm happy for you! I hope the move goes smoothly!

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    Delicious dip - always great to have a fantastic dip recipe - use them all the time for snacking with veggies. Best of luck with the move!
    Mary

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  3. Ali BSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Congrats on the move! I love spinach artichoke dip, I'll have to try this...

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  4. ManuSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    Wow!!! Congrats on the move! I know how exciting and tiring moving can be! I am sure you'll love it in Colorado! :-)

    Great dip BTW! :-)

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  5. RachelSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Congratulations on the move...may it all go as planned (which it almost never does). And the dip is fantastic I love spinach and artichokes.

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  6. CurtSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Congrats on the giveaway win and the move to Colorado. Being a hiker, you'll love it!

    Awesome looking dip too!

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  7. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.September 13, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Spinach artichoke dip is one of my faves! Best of luck on your move!

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  8. UnknownSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Erin! this is a tasty & simple dip!
    well... the photo still tempthing for me... haha ha
    Congratz with ur new home, hope everything goes well in the new nighborhood ya, don't be sad - u can still visiting ur family as long there still the road to travel! ;)
    How I wish can send u a house warming gift :)
    just take care when u do the cleaning & house listed... Tq for the recipe! :)

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  9. Pretend ChefSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Great dip. I love moving for the fresh start. I hope all goes well for you. I've drove through Fort Collins and loved it. I thought the town was so pretty out by the college.

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  10. Kitchen SimmerSeptember 13, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    I wish you and your family all the luck and best wishes on your new adventure in Colorado. I know you will be successful where ever you are!! Lovely dip too! : )

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  11. Beth - Slice of SouthernSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Hi, I'm your newest follower! Love your blog. Can't wait to try this great dip. Oh, and congrats on your upcoming move...much luck!

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  12. CarolynSeptember 13, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Oh yay! So glad I won. I know I need to email you, will do so shortly.
    Congrats on the move!!! Exciting stuff. Your dip looks delicious, I love that kind of thing.

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  13. Lindsey@LindseliciousSeptember 13, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    I'm a sucher for any spinach dip! Congrats to carolyn and good luck on the move!

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  14. ErinSeptember 13, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    This looks fantastic! And good luck with your move! Don't forget to blog along the way =o)

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  15. kitchenarianSeptember 13, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Congratulations on the move! I love artichokes and I've never made an artichoke dip with the frozen creamed spinach before. I can't wait to try it.

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  16. kristySeptember 13, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    Congratulations!!! I have always wanted to live in Fort Collins. It's absolutely one of my favorite towns ever. We used to drive through there on family vacations to RMNP and I just loved it. I've since taken my family back there as well. Great town! Best of luck with the home sale. It's not an easy thing to go through, but so worth it in the long-run!

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  17. UnknownSeptember 13, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Congrats to Carolyn! I would have loved to win, but it's great to know that a fantastic cook did.

    The dip looks delicious. I love spinach artichoke dip and would finish it all myself.

    Finally, congrats on the move. I moved 800 miles away from my parents 15 years ago and while it was hard, it was what I needed to do for me. Plus, by plane I can get to my parents in an hour and a half.

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  18. Kelly | Eat Yourself SkinnySeptember 13, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    Ooo congrats on your move!! Your dip looks delicious as well! :) Just wanted to let you know that I've passed the Butterfly Award on to your fabulous blog, have fun! xoxo

    http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/2011/09/butterfly-award.html

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  19. ShilpaSeptember 13, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Spinach and Artichoke dip....how interesting...bookmarked and will give this a go at some point...

    -Shilpa

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  20. KimbySeptember 13, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Way to go on making a momentous decision -- wow! (What a switch, though, huh?) Blessings on your house sale, relocating, and moving!

    Re: your recipe -- like how you used creamed spinach. I imagine it's even creamier and yummier than the plain ol' spinach dip -- great idea!

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  21. PamSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    Good luck with your move. The dip looks terrific.

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  22. Jocie's MomSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Lucky Carolyn! and kick ass dip :) that looks delicious! Buzzed

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  23. TaylorSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    How exciting!! Colorado is beautiful...I'm jealous :)

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  24. kitaSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    I love a great spinach and artichoke dip! Good luck with you move! I wish we could move some days...

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  25. Anne@frommysweetheartSeptember 13, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    The dip looks delish! Love spinach and artichoke dip! And how exciting for you guys! I've only been to Breckenridge once...but it was beautiful there! : )

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  26. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Oh, what exciting news! Don't worry, all your friends and family will now want to visit you!

    I love spinach artichoke dips...and is a new recipe for me :) It sounds wonderful~

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  27. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Wow - congratulations! That's HUGE! I know you'll have an amazing time and your family will visit! The dip is oh, my! Delicious!

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  28. Nava KSeptember 14, 2011 at 4:02 AM

    Congrats Erin and have a wonderful time. Anything with spinach I will drool for sure, like this dip of yours.

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  29. Kim BeeSeptember 14, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Great recipe. Congrats on your move. That's so exciting. I have to tell you I live really far from my sister. I am in Ontario and she is in B.C. We've managed to stay really close even with the distance. You can make these things work. I also have a brother in Nova Scotia and see him a few times a year as his kids live here. I love Colorado. What an adventure.

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  30. Kate @ Kate from ScratchSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    You're moving too?!? So are we!! Great minds think alike. Our hopeful date is November first Good luck with everything!

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  31. Kate @ Kate from ScratchSeptember 14, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Oh and this dip looks absolutely divine! I'm soo making this very soon. Thanks!

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  32. Cassie | Bake Your DaySeptember 14, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    1. This dip sounds so great. I usually make a similar one but make it totally semi-homemade (read: a lot of help from the store)...I'll be trying this one next time!
    2. CoNGRATS on your news! That is so exciting, I can't wait to hear more!

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  33. CourtneySeptember 14, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Congrats on your move and good luck with it all!
    Your spinach dip looks divine - I had forgotten about how good spinach dip can be. I might need to make this for a football party soon! :)

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  34. Priscilla - She's Cookin'September 14, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Wow, that is BIG news! Congrats to both of you and good luck on your move. It is a ton of work but very exciting to begin a new adventure together in a place that you already know you love :) And, thanks for sharing this delicious dip. Who doesn't love spinach artichoke dip?

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  35. Jen at The Three Little PigletsSeptember 14, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    What a great adventure though! I've always wanted to visit Colorado, but somehow still haven't made it there. Although that may be because I had a crush on John Denver when I was little...

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  36. EileenSeptember 15, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    I love artichoke dip. I'm glad you're excited about the move. I wish you the best!!!

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  37. TiffanySeptember 22, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    congrats on your upcoming move!!! pack lots of this dip! :D lol

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