Recipe Details

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Servings: 6 servings

Spinach Kale Bacon Dip

Ray wanted to do something special for a few of his clients — something that felt more thoughtful than handing over a simple bottle of wine. He knew they appreciated good food and good company, so he started searching for a way to elevate the gift. While browsing a vineyard’s website, he stumbled across a recipe for Spinach Kale Bacon Dip, listed as the perfect pairing for one of their wines. The idea clicked instantly. A bottle was nice, but a bottle with a recipe that brought it to life? That felt personal.

He printed the recipe, tucked it neatly alongside the wine, and delivered both with a smile. The clients loved it — not just the wine, but the gesture behind it. It wasn’t extravagant, just thoughtful, the kind of gift that said he cared enough to go a step further. And when they later told him how good the dip was, Ray felt that quiet satisfaction of knowing he’d given them something they could enjoy, share, and remember.

In the end, it wasn’t just a bottle of wine or a recipe from a vineyard. It was Ray’s way of adding a little warmth and creativity to a simple gift — turning it into something that felt like a moment instead of a transaction.

Ingredients

 
  • 4 slices bacon
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (10 oz.) package frozen spinach, thawed, chopped, and drained
  • 3 cups kale, chopped
  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • 8 oz. extra sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 
  2. In a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until crispy. 
  3. Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, chop into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Using the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the chopped onion. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened. 
  5. Add the kale and thawed spinach. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. 
  6. In a separate saucepan, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the cheeses are fully melted and smooth. 
  7. Stir the bacon and spinach mixture into the cheese sauce until evenly combined. 
  8. Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish. 
  9. Bake for 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with:

  • Tortilla chips
  • Toasted baguette slices
  • Crackers
  • Fresh vegetables such as celery, carrots, or bell peppers

Pairing Suggestion

  • 14 Hands Red Win
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