Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped Italian parsley
  • 6 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 8 ounces portabella mushrooms, chopped
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans artichoke hearts
  • 1 (16 ounce) packet frozen chopped spinach
  • 2 lbs ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
  • 4 tablespoons heavy cream (+-) or 4 tablespoons half-and-half (+-)

Method

  • heat oil and butter over medium heat.
  • add onion, mushrooms herbs, garlic and spices, sautee until browned and tender.
  • add artichoke, break into small pcs while browning.
  • add spinach.
  • continue to stir and cook until all moisture is absorbed and mixture appears to be dry.
  • add ricotta, mix well.
  • add parmesian, mix well.
  • create desired consistancey by adding cream or more parmesian.
  • salt to taste (needs quite a bit).
  • serve on crackers or chips.