Spinach and Artichoke Dip Pasta

All of the flavours of spinach and artichoke dip in the form of a pasta!

ingredients

• 8 ounces penne (gluten free for gluten free)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3 tablespoons flour (rice flour or masa harina for gluten free)
• 2 cups milk
• 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
• 1/4 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated
• 1/2 cup mozzarella, shredded
• 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, coarsely chopped
• 8 ounces spinach, coarsely chopped
• salt and pepper to taste

directions

1. Start cooking your pasta as directed on the package.
2. Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat, add the onion and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
4. Sprinkle in the flour and cook for a few minutes while stirring.
5. Add the milk and cook while stirring until it thickens up, about 1-2 minutes.
6. Add the cheese and cook while stirring until they melt, about 1-2 minutes.
7. Add the artichokes and spinach and cook while stirring until the spinach wilts, about 1-2 minutes.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, remove from heat and enjoy.

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