Grilled Artichoke and Spinach Dip with Pita Wedges

This irresistible creamy dip from the Weber Grill Restaurant is equally at home at an elegant cocktail party or a Super Bowl bash.

For the dip:

2		14-ounce cans artichoke hearts, drained
1/4		cup olive oil, divided
		Salt and pepper
3		cloves garlic, chopped
2		shallots, chopped
1		medium onion, roughly chopped
2		pounds frozen chopped spinach, well drained
1		pint heavy cream
1		pint sour cream
1		cup plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided

For the pita:

8		pita rounds
		Olive oil
		Salt and pepper

To make the dip: Drain artichoke hearts and place on skewers. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill over Direct Medium heat until golden brown, about 6 minutes, turning once halfway through grilling time.

In a large sauté pan, sauté garlic, shallot, and onion in remaining olive oil. Rough chop the artichokes and add to garlic mixture. Add the spinach. Fold in cream, sour cream, and 1 cup of the cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place in fireproof dish or heavy-duty aluminum pan and sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese. Grill over Indirect Medium heat for 20 to 25 minutes until dip is heated through.

To make the pita: Brush pita rounds with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill briefly over Direct heat to warm, about 1 to 2 minutes. Cut into wedges.

Garnish the dip with sour cream and chopped fresh tomato, if desired. Serve with the pita wedges.

Makes 12 servings.


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