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Shrimp and Spinach Party Dip

Shirley Braden

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I’ve professed my love of shrimp, dips, and parties long ago here on gfe (and many more times I might add). And if you’re going to have either dips or parties, you need a good cracker! All gluten-free crackers are not created equal, which most of us have learned the hard way. So I was excited when Crunchmaster® contacted me to partner with them on sharing one of their recipes, gluten-free Shrimp and Spinach Party Dip, and a review and giveaway of their Crunchmaster® crackers as well as their new chips!

Gluten-Free Shrimp and Spinach Party Dip with Crunchmaster Crackers. [from GlutenFreeEasily.com] (photo)

I love spinach in Kathi’s Great Salad, but I’m always looking for other ways to add some more spinach to our diet and serve something “green” at parties. This Shrimp and Spinach Party Dip is perfect for both. It’s creamy and cheesy and sure to please!

I’m not at all against making this recipe for “Braden, Party of Two” to enjoy one evening on our screened porch. And this dip would truly be perfect on my dining room table for any special event—with Crunchmaster® crackers, of course. The Crunchmaster® Original Multiseed Crackers are recommended for this Shrimp and Spinach Party Dip recipe, which you’ll find at the bottom of this post.

My History with Gluten-Free Crunchmaster® Crackers

When Crunchmaster® crackers came to our local grocery store, which is a Food Lion that doesn’t even have a gluten-free section, I have to tell you that it was pretty exciting. They were the very first gluten-free crackers to hit our store shelves. As soon as I spotted them, I let my support group members know via email that we had a gluten-free cracker option available locally. That was really a big first!

My support group members were excited, but what really surprised me—at first—is that a number of gluten-full friends and family members had also discovered the Crunchmaster® crackers and were buying them to enjoy themselves. They really liked the multi-grain factor and the crunchiness. (Yes, Crunchmaster® crackers have always lived up to their name.) When I thought about it, it didn’t seem surprising at all. These crackers were unlike anything else available here—a tastier and healthier choice.

I loved the fact that I could visit these folks and they’d have crackers on hand that I could enjoy safely. Stopping by to visit friends for happy hour and having the hors d’oeuvres served on  Crunchmaster® crackers … priceless. Enjoying a Christmas luncheon with coworkers and being able to eat everything served, even the Wild Rice Dressing (which was usually gluten full, but now made gluten free via Crunchmaster® crackers). Well, that was equally priceless. Later, I even made my own version of that recipe—Crunchy Long Grain and Wild Rice Dressing. We love it for holiday meals any other meals during cold weather. It’s delicious comfort food.

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You can keep up with Crunchmaster®’s new product offerings, recipes, and special deals via Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.   You can even sign up for Crunchmaster®’s coupons.

Last, but not least, I’m pleased to be able to partner with Crunchmaster® in giving away TEN “6-packs” of Crunchmaster® products, including their newest product, Popped Edamame Chips.

This giveaway is now closed.

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Shrimp and Spinach Party Dip Recipe

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Shrimp and Spinach Party Dip

Shrimp and Spinach Party Dip

Ingredients

  • 1 8 oz pkg cream cheese
  • 1 4oz. bag cooked salad shrimp, thawed
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 package of Crunchmaster® Original Multi-Seed Crackers

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F
  2. In a large skillet, heat the butter at medium high heat, and toss in the shrimp, spinach, shallot, and garlic. Stir gently and consistently until the shallot has become translucent, and the spinach is wilted. The ingredients should be heated through, about 5 minutes. Pull off heat and stir in lemon juice.
  3. Transfer mixture from skillet into a large mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise, 1/3 cup of the Parmesan cheese, and the cream cheese. Mix well. Place the entire mixture into an 8X8” baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with the remaining 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese.
  4. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes, until warmed through and slightly browned on top.
  5. Serve warm with Crunchmaster® Original Multi-Seed Crackers.
© Shirley Braden
Category: Appetizer

Full disclosure:  This post is sponsored by Crunchmaster crackers but, as always, the opinions expressed here are my own.

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Comments

  1. Jennifer C says

    April 28, 2015 at 10:02 pm

    I love the multi-grain sea salt crackers. They are so good with cheese or peanut butter!

    Reply
  2. Susan H says

    April 28, 2015 at 10:40 pm

    I like all crunch master crackers I like to use the savoury ones in place of croutons on salad

    Reply
  3. Cara S. says

    April 28, 2015 at 10:49 pm

    I eat the sea salt crackers several times a week for lunch! They’re simple, tasty, and great when you’re traveling!

    Reply
  4. Anna says

    April 29, 2015 at 12:52 am

    I’m a cheese and multi-seed Crunchmaster crackers girl, but your dip sounds fantastic!

    Reply
  5. Brita says

    April 29, 2015 at 7:24 am

    I’ve only had the original style, and buy the big box at Sam’s. I’d love to try any of the new flavors. We eat them with salads or with chicken or tuna salad on top. Yum!

    Reply
  6. Marsha A. says

    April 29, 2015 at 7:34 am

    I like them all but my favorite is the Rosemary and Olive Oil with the sea salt following at a really close second.

    Reply
  7. Tracy Brophy says

    April 29, 2015 at 7:41 am

    Yum! My favorite way to use crackers is paired up with delicious cheeses and a bottle of wine from a local winery. Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  8. Jodi says

    April 29, 2015 at 8:05 am

    I’d love to try the rosemary and olive oil, as I’ve only had the original. I like to top them with ricotta cheese and apricot preserves for an easy dessert. …..yumm!!!

    Reply
  9. Debra Benton says

    April 29, 2015 at 8:22 am

    Love Crunchmaster, everything. Grateful to Sams for carrying the big box. It is a staple purchase on my Sams list.

    Reply
  10. Rachel says

    April 29, 2015 at 8:57 am

    I have only tried the original kind & would love to try the others!!

    Reply
  11. Kim says

    April 29, 2015 at 8:59 am

    I LOVE Crunchmaster crackers! Sam’s Club has the original. They used to carry the Hint of Sea Salt ones. I eat them as snacks and they are great with cheese and dips. I brought them to a sewing group and even though I am the only gluten free person there they all love the crackers and ask me to bring them every month.

    Reply
  12. Ina Gawne says

    April 29, 2015 at 11:51 am

    I love your shrimp and spinach dip recipe Shirley! 🙂 I make one very similar, but I use dripped yogurt in place of cream cheese. We can also buy BIG boxes of crunch master crackers at our Costco…we are never without them in this household.

    Reply
  13. Kim L says

    April 29, 2015 at 11:59 am

    I would chose Multi-seed Crackers Original and top them with a slice of cheese or dip them in roasted red pepper hummus. would love to try the wasabi though

    Reply
  14. Jillian Harrington says

    April 29, 2015 at 1:00 pm

    Love the original crackers – those are sadly the only ones my store carries. I always intend to eat them with cheese and fruit, but end up snacking on them out of the bag on the way home from the store!

    Reply
  15. Brenda Chalcroft says

    April 29, 2015 at 1:55 pm

    I would love to try those popped edamame chips!

    Reply
  16. Wendi Niccole says

    April 29, 2015 at 4:23 pm

    We’ve purchased the original crackers at Costco on several occasions. I love them with hummus or any dip we have made. I’d love to try the other flavors.

    Reply
  17. sheila hurt says

    April 29, 2015 at 5:17 pm

    I have never had them before, but I am excited about all the different varieties and flavors.

    Reply
  18. Kay Harrell says

    April 29, 2015 at 5:30 pm

    I love the crunch and texture of the crackers. I drive 40 miles to purchase the.

    Reply
  19. Dana Coughlin says

    April 30, 2015 at 12:05 pm

    I’ve only had the original but I eat them plain, with cheese or dipped in spicy avacodo hummus.

    Reply
  20. marsha a says

    April 30, 2015 at 12:32 pm

    i like good old crunchmaster crackers and cheese

    Reply
  21. Colleen Krispin says

    April 30, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    I love CrunchMaster crackers w tuna salad or chicken salad. And I serve them to guests with cheese and pepperoni. We always have CrunchMaster crackers on hand for snacking. My favorite are the Rosemary ones!!

    Reply
  22. Debra Benton says

    April 30, 2015 at 2:21 pm

    Crunchmaster crackers are great with humus and raw veggies. Love those crackers!

    Reply
  23. Susan H says

    April 30, 2015 at 2:39 pm

    I would love to try them all..love the crunch!

    Reply
  24. BJ Marley says

    April 30, 2015 at 4:50 pm

    I use crackers to convey hummus or other dips.

    Reply
  25. julie says

    April 30, 2015 at 4:54 pm

    I love crunchmaster crackers with hummus or garlic and herb spreadable cheese

    Reply
  26. Bethany says

    May 1, 2015 at 6:04 pm

    I love crackers with cheese of any kind!

    Reply
  27. Emily Acker says

    May 1, 2015 at 6:07 pm

    I like to eat crackers with my nieces and nephews.

    Reply
  28. Becca Acker says

    May 1, 2015 at 7:22 pm

    Crackers are a great snack when you’re craving something salty. I had CrunchMaster one time and really liked them!

    Reply
  29. Barb Acker says

    May 1, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    Would like to try multiseed crackers.

    Reply
  30. Janis says

    May 2, 2015 at 12:08 am

    I didn’t know that there were so many varieties of Crunch Master crackers! I’ve only seen the original flavor and really like them.

    Reply
  31. Kathleen says

    May 2, 2015 at 12:40 pm

    I would love to try your crackers with some spinach dip! Low selection of good GF crackers here in south-east Alabama. Help out a GF girl!!!

    Reply
  32. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    May 2, 2015 at 2:58 pm

    i LOVE THE 7 Ancient Grain crackers! Such a perfect snack!

    Reply
  33. Lauren Walker says

    May 2, 2015 at 3:59 pm

    Plain old crackers and cheese is one of my favorite snacks.

    Reply
  34. S.Cheung says

    May 2, 2015 at 4:49 pm

    I like em all! They’re really good with a crab & cream cheese dip :9

    Reply
  35. Jolene says

    May 2, 2015 at 5:42 pm

    I haven’t tried them, but they seem awesome! We have several GF friends that come over for a weekly game night. Having lots of options available for snacks is great.

    Reply
  36. Jennifer says

    May 2, 2015 at 6:16 pm

    Sounds like a great quick snack!

    Reply
  37. Karla says

    May 2, 2015 at 10:24 pm

    I am new to the gf game but would love a good cracker to go with my cheese and olives for snacktime!

    Reply
  38. Dorene says

    May 3, 2015 at 7:51 am

    Make crumbs out of crackers by running them in the food processor, and substitute them for bread crumbs in recipes like meatballs

    Reply
  39. Ashley says

    May 3, 2015 at 8:33 pm

    I like having my crackers with cheese

    Reply
  40. Joan M says

    May 4, 2015 at 5:28 pm

    I really want to try the multi grain white cheddar crackers with that spinach dip!

    Reply
  41. Catherine B says

    May 4, 2015 at 5:30 pm

    My favorite way to use CrunchMaster crackers is: To tear open the bag, grab as many crackers as I can possibly hold in my hands and then stack them all up in a nice neat stack; of course then I let the eating begin!! Repeat!

    Reply
  42. Carolyn says

    May 4, 2015 at 5:37 pm

    I use the Rosemary and Olive Oil crackers for filling with chicken enchilada dip.

    Reply
  43. shaunie says

    May 4, 2015 at 9:20 pm

    I would love to try the roasted vegetable

    Reply
  44. Sandy says

    May 4, 2015 at 10:15 pm

    I am a newby to gluten free. I would try all of them. My favorite way to eat crackers is with a piece of cheese. I miss a good crunchy cracker!

    Reply
  45. Joan M says

    May 5, 2015 at 1:47 am

    Wow I’m really excited to be a winner of Crunchmaster crackers! Looking forward to receiving them. I’ll be making some of that delicious looking Shrimp & Spinich dip and diving in! Thanks.

    Reply
    • Shirley says

      May 6, 2015 at 3:55 pm

      Congrats, Joan! I think this Shrimp & Spinach Dip would be a great way to start using your Crunchmaster crackers! Enjoy. 🙂

      Shirley

      Reply
  46. Dorene says

    May 5, 2015 at 5:44 am

    I’m one of the winners – yay! This made my day! I can’t wait to try the crackers.

    Dorene

    Reply
    • Shirley says

      May 6, 2015 at 3:55 pm

      Very cool, Dorene! I love making readers’ days. Thanks to Crunchmaster for helping me do that! Enjoy. 🙂

      Shirley

      Reply
  47. Ashley says

    May 5, 2015 at 6:14 am

    I am one of the winners, can’t wait to try the crackers! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Shirley says

      May 6, 2015 at 3:56 pm

      Hi Ashley–Congrats! Happy to introduce you to Crunchmaster crackers! 🙂

      Shirley

      Reply
  48. Tracy Brophy says

    May 5, 2015 at 7:55 am

    Yay!! I am so excited to try all these varieties, Shirley! Thanks so much for this contest

    Reply
    • Shirley says

      May 6, 2015 at 3:57 pm

      You’re welcome, Tracy! Have fun with all your sampling! So happy I could partner with Crunchmaster in introducing so many to so many of their current products! 🙂

      Shirley

      Reply
  49. Jodi says

    May 5, 2015 at 8:25 am

    You just made my day………I can’t wait to receive my package and share with my fellow gluten-free-celiac friends!!!

    Thank you!!!

    Reply
    • Shirley says

      May 6, 2015 at 3:58 pm

      Jodi–A day made for a reader is a day made for me! 🙂 Hope you and your friends enjoy your package of Crunchmaster “goodies”!

      Shirley

      Reply
  50. Kim says

    May 5, 2015 at 8:28 am

    I’m a winner and can’t wait to try all the varieties.

    Thanks so much for this giveaway!

    Reply
    • Shirley says

      May 6, 2015 at 3:58 pm

      Hi Kim–I hope you love them all! Have fun with your sampling! 🙂

      Shirley

      Reply
  51. Lauren Walker says

    May 5, 2015 at 9:12 am

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Shirley says

      May 6, 2015 at 3:59 pm

      You’re welcome, Lauren! Enjoy!

      Shirley

      Reply
  52. Wendi Niccole says

    May 5, 2015 at 10:58 am

    I can’t believe I won! Looking forward to trying all the flavors. Thanks for the giveaway!!

    Reply
    • Shirley says

      May 6, 2015 at 3:59 pm

      It’s always a great surprise to win, isn’t it? 😉 Enjoy!

      Shirley

      Reply
  53. Cara S says

    May 5, 2015 at 12:43 pm

    So excited to have won!

    Reply
    • Shirley says

      May 6, 2015 at 3:59 pm

      Yay, Cara! Have fun sampling your Crunchmaster six-pack! 🙂

      Shirley

      Reply
  54. Becca Acker says

    May 5, 2015 at 6:50 pm

    Excited to be a winner! Thanks Shirley and CrunchMaster!

    Reply
    • Shirley says

      May 6, 2015 at 4:00 pm

      You’re welcome, Becca! Enjoy! 🙂

      Shirley

      Reply

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