Gina's Spinach Dip

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 1 shallot, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup heavy whipping cream 1 (10-ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry 1 (8-ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (recommended: Rotel) 1 cup shredded 4 cheese blend Tortilla chips and cut vegetables, for serving Directions Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once it foams, add the shallot and garlic, and saute until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the flour and cook while stirring until it becomes a light blonde color. Slowly stir in the heavy cream, and the drained spinach, and simmer until it starts to thicken, about 5 minutes. Stir in the artichoke hearts, tomatoes, and cheese and cook until the cheese is melted. Remove to a serving bowl and serve with tortilla chips