Sunday, November 2, 2008

Jalapeno Popper Spread

2 8oz. packages cream cheese
1 c mayonnaise
1 4oz. can chopped green chilis, drained
2 oz canned or fresh diced jalapenos
1 c grated parmesan cheese

Stir together cream cheese and mayo in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in green chilies and jalapenos. Pour mixture into a microwave serving dish. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Microwave for 3 minutes.

For a browned crispy top, add bread crumbs with parmesan cheese. Bake in oven at 375 degrees for about 30 minutes instead of microwaving.

Serve with dried sour dough bread cubes or tortilla chips.

*Tips: I've found that the canned jalapenos are spicier than freshly chopped jalapenos. If you want the browned crispy top but don't want to bake for 30 minutes, microwave the dip for 3 minutes, add the parmesan and bread crumbs and broil in the oven for about 3 minutes. Be watchful as it can burn rather quickly.

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