Artichoke Spinach Dip Slimmed Down Recipe

• 9 ounce box frzn artichoke hearts, thawed
• 5 ounce frzn spinach, thawed (about 1/2 c.)
• 2 slc fresh white sandwich bread, crusts trimmed
• 1 x & 1/2 c. part-skim ricotta cheese (about 12 ounces)
• 1/2 tsp freshly grated lemon zest
• 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 pch cayenne
• 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan Vegetable cooking spray
• 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil
• 2 clv garlic, chopped Strips of yellow or possibly red bell pepper, and endive

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