Aaron Hutcherson

slices bacon (about 1/3 pound), chopped

garlic, minced

artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

frozen spinach, thawed, drained, and chopped, or 1 12-ounce bunch fresh spinach, finely chopped

crushed red pepper flakes

kosher salt (or slightly less table salt)

cream cheese, at room temperature

shredded Italian cheese blend

sour cream

Pita chips, tortilla chips, crackers, or celery sticks, for serving