Pinterest Challenge #32 - Hot Spinach Salsa Queso Dip

In preparation for a girls night, I needed a quick and easy dip to throw together.  I haven't had spinach sip in a while so I searched Pinterest and found this recipe from Haystacks and Champagne for Hot Spinach Salsa Queso Dip. I had all of the ingredients on hand, so I quickly went to work. I modified the recipe a little bit.  Here's my recipe:

• 3-4 handfuls of fresh spinach (the original recipe called for frozen spinach, but I much prefer fresh)
• 1 lb of Velveeta (I used sharp cheddar)
• 1/2 jar of salsa
• 1 8 oz. pack of cream cheese
• 2 Tablespoons of Tabasco Chipotle (I thought it needed a little flavor)

First, cook the spinach for a few minutes until wilted.  I added a dash of olive oil to it.  You can then take scissors and cut it into smaller pieces straight in the pan or leave it the way it is.

Next, melt the cream cheese and Velveeta into the cooked spinach.  Once it is melted, add the Tabasco.

After everything is mixed together well, add the salsa then serve.  Sorry for the distorted pic.  I wrapped the container in Saran Wrap before I took the picture.  I was rushing out of the door, so I didn't have time to undo it and take a nicer pic.
It was quite tasty.  Next time I may add even more Tabasco!