Best Spinach Dip Ever In A Bread Bowl

By Allison Williams

New Years is right around the corner. Are you looking for a delicious appetizer to create for either your evening in or to take to your party out?

I came across this spinach dip recipe – and it is literally titled ‘Best Spinach Dip Ever.’

Ingredients needed:

• 1 container of sour cream (about 16 oz)
• 1 cup of mayo
• 1/2 bag of frozen spinach
• 1 pack of dry leek soup mix
• 1 loaf of round sourdough bread
• 1 can of water chestnuts (optional – I do it without, but your choice!)

Now for creating your masterpiece appetizer:

Step 1

• Combine the sour cream, mayo, spinach, dry leek soup mix and water chestnuts into a bowl. Mix them up and then chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours. I found it easiest to prepare the ingredients the night before you want to serve the appetizer. If you do this, you can just chill the bowl in the fridge overnight.

Step 2

• Take your round loaf of sourdough bread and slice the top of it off. Pull the interior of the bread out to make your bowl. This should leave a sturdy-feeling bread bowl. Add to the bowl: your spinach concoction that you mixed in the bowl.
• **Save the interior of the bread bowl pieces! you can use these pieces for dipping into your spinach dip! Yum.

Enjoy! Let us know if you try this out for New Years Eve or for any day really!

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Gerald Lloyd Brittain’s obituary

Gerald Lloyd Brittain, age 91, of Winter Haven, Florida passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023. He was born on September 30, 1932 in Jackson, Michigan to the late W. Claud Brittain and Emma Powers Brittain.

Gerald served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. After serving his country in the military, Gerald went on to become an Electrician. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Lake Alfred, Central Wesleyan of Jackson, Michigan, IBEW National and Local Chapter #252. In his spare time Gerald enjoyed fishing, gardening, hunting and was a member of both a bowling league and his church softball league.

Gerald was a loving husband and father. He is survived by his wife Jean Claire Brittain of Winter Haven, FL, daughter Susan (Amanat Ali) Brittain of Khanpur Punjab, Pakistan, son John (Kelly) Brittain of Knob Noster, MO, son Ron (Ellen) Brittain of Grand Ledge, MI, son Todd (Tara) Brittain of Lake Alfred, FL, and grandsons Caleb Brittain of Knob Noster, MO, Micah Brittain of Knob Noster, MO, Mitchell Brittain of Grand Ledge, MI, Spencer Brittain of Lansing, MI, and Alex Brittain of Grand Ledge, MI. Gerald also leaves behind numerous extended family members and friends who will miss him dearly.

A visitation for Gerald will be held at Ott-Laughlin Funeral Home in Auburndale on Friday, December 29, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM with a Celebration of Life to begin at 11:00 AM. Following the service will be a time of fellowship with refreshments.

Gerald’s family and friends will celebrate his life at Burden-Patience-Montgomery Funeral Home in Jackson, Michigan. A visitation will be held on Friday, January 5, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. On Saturday, January 6, 2024 a visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10:00 AM to 11: 30 AM with a luncheon to be served at Steve’s Ranch Restaurant from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM, located at 311 W. Louis Glick Hwy, Jackson, MI 49201. A final visitation will be held from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM with a Celebration of Life to begin at 3:00 PM. Gerald will be laid to rest at 4:15 PM at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Jackson, Michigan.

Obituary of Barbara Jean Riegle

Barbara Jean Riegle, age 75, died peacefully in Lakeland Florida on 12-22-23. She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Jack Riegle. Barb leaves behind her only child, Rick Peters, who is also a Lakeland resident, his daughter Amber Peters, a grandchild Savannah Riegle, and stepchildren Troy Riegle and Julie Koochagian as well as their children and grandchild. Additional survivors include Barb’s older brother Jim Splittstoesser and his two daughters, Penny Roubison and Janie Myers as well as her younger sister, Vicky Harrison and her son Seth Harrison. Barb’s parents, Gene and Helen Splittstoesser, died respectively in 2007 and 2005. Victory church is where she and Jack attended for several years. Barb loved to work, sew, cook, and exercise her creative abilities. She loved her family and the Florida sunshine. Barb had many friends and will be missed by all who knew her. A service will be held at Auburndale’s Kersey Funeral Home & Crematorium at 2pm on 12-28-23. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the local Humane Society, as Barb loved animals, especially dogs.

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Eddie Price, 64, fondly known as Papa, passed away peacefully at home with loved ones by his side on December 23, 2023.  Born January 6, 1959 to Romie and Virginia Price of Auburndale.

Eddie is survived by his wife of 28 years, Karen Price; sons Phillip (Mandy) Price and Chris (Amanda) Strawn; grandchildren, Hannah, Jeremy, Alyson, and Emma; sisters, Patsy (Charles) Matthews and Darlene (Ed) Stephens; numerous nieces, nephews and their families.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Tommy and Ray Price.

Beyond his love of family, Eddie found peace in fishing and spending time outdoors.

Visitation will be December 29, 2023 from 1PM-2PM, followed by funeral services at 2PM at Kersey Funeral Home.  Interment will follow at Auburndale Memorial Park in Auburndale, FL.

Obituary of Jo Ann Braddock

Mrs. Jo Ann Braddock, age 83, a resident of Auburndale, Florida went to Heaven on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at New Horizon Share Home in Winter Haven surrounded by her family. Mrs. Braddock was born August 11, 1940 in Winter Haven, Florida to David William and Carrie Lou (Blount) Moore. Jo Ann was a lifetime Polk County resident.  She graduated from Winter Haven High School and was a homemaker. She volunteered for Winter Haven Hospital Pink Ladies, was a volunteer in the early years for PTA at both her children’s schools. She was a member of First Missionary Baptist Church in Auburndale. Jo Ann enjoyed cooking, cleaning, yardwork especially raking leaves and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband – Paul E. Braddock, Jr.; sister – Mildred Gregory; brother – Bobby Moore; nephew – David Gregory and brother in law – Norman Gregory. Jo Ann is survived by her loving and devoted family, son – Paul E. Braddock, III and wife Tina; daughter – Carol Lundy and husband Larry; 4 nieces – Connie Rizer and husband Charles, Vivian Gregory, Robin Moore and husband Nolan and Lauren Havey and husband Jim; nephew – Kevin Moore; sister in law – Thelma Moore; brother in law – Bobby Braddock; granddaughter – Ashlee Rogers and husband Mike; grandson – Casey Braddock and fiancé Jocelyn. Graveside services will be held 10:30 am Wednesday, December 27^th at Auburndale Memorial Park, 1889 West Derby Avenue, Auburndale.