Olive Garden Hot Artichoke-Spinach Dip

1/2 c frozen chopped spinach-thawed
1 c artichoke hearts-chopped
8 oz cream cheese
1/2 c grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp garlic powder
dash of ground pepper
crackers (I use wheat thins) or sliced french/italian bread

Simmer the spinach and artichoke hearts in a cup of water in a small saucepan over med. heat until tender-about 10 min. Drain in a colander when done. Heat the cream cheese in a small bowl in the microwave on high for 1 min. Heat just until hot. Add spinach and artichoke hearts to the cream cheese and stir well. Stir in the Parmesan, pepper flakes, salt, garlic powder and ground pepper, combining well. Serve hot.