Snack: Three Cheese Spinach Dip

Make our creamy, cheesy dip in a slow cooker and serve it warm in a fun bread bowl.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Spinach

Health benefits of Three Cheese Spinach Dip

Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

Ingredients

1 loaf (8 oz) prepared cheese product, cut into cubes
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 cup chopped pitted kalamata olives
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 box (9 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 round loaf (l lb) pumpernickel bread

Instructions

Spray 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, place cheese product, Cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Cover; cook on High heat setting 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted.
Stir in olives, tomatoes, spinach and garlic. Reduce heat setting to Low. Cover; cook at least 20 minutes but no longer than 2 hours.
Cut thin round slice from top of bread loaf. Hollow out loaf by cutting along edge with serrated knife, leaving about 1-inch shell, and pulling out large chunks of bread. Cut top slice and hollowed-out bread into bite-size pieces.
Place loaf on serving plate; fill with hot cheese dip. Arrange bread pieces around loaf for dipping.