Healthier Spinach Artichoke Dip

I'm bringing this wonderful dip to a party this weekend. I make it frequently and everyone loves it. It's healthier than many other versions (which often have mayonaise). And, it only takes about 15 min to make. I think I originally got the recipe here: http://www.food.com/recipe/artichoke-spinach-dip-from-olive-garden-4344.

Spinach Artichoke Dip

Ingredients

• 15oz can artichoke heart (chopped)
• 3/4 cups frozen chopped spinach (use more if fresh)
• 8oz cream cheese (I usually use low fat or fat free)
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• salt and pepper to taste (I don't usually add any salt, and just a bit of pepper)
• bread or crackers

Directions

1. Boil chopped artichoke heart and spinach until tender (~10min).
2. Microwave cream cheese on high for 1 min.
3. Drain spinach and artichoke and add to cream cheese. Stir.
4. Mix in parmesan cheese.
5. Stir in remaining ingredients.
6. Serve hot. Great with crackers or toasted bread.