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Warm Cheesy Garlic and Kale Dip
A flavorful, cheesy dip packed with kale and garlic, perfect for sharing with crackers.
Ingredients
Oil
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Vegetables
- 8 oz kale, de-stemmed and finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 5 cloves garlic, crushed
- ¾ cup water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Dairy
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 3 oz shredded mozzarella, divided
- 1 tablespoon freshly-grated Parmesan cheese
Crackers
- 1 box RW Garcia 3 Seed Kale Crackers (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add kale, onion, garlic, water, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; cover and cook until vegetables are tender, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in cream cheese and ½ cup mozzarella until smooth, then transfer to a dish and top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Broil until cheese melts and browns slightly, then serve warm with crackers.
Notes
For a creamier dip, blend the mixture before baking.