This recipe caught my eye because it is super-easy to put together; and it gives you the taste of those fabulous little jalepeno poppers! The original recipe calls for microwaving the dip, which I was very against, because you don't get that "baked" feeling after three minutes in the microwave! So I suggest baking it in the oven until the cheese is melted.
And speaking of the cheese, as you can see by my picture below I actually used the "green can" Parmesan cheese for this (gasp!). I thought it would taste better than the finely grated block of Parm I have in my fridge, but there was just too much of it. So when you make this, I suggest freshly grating your cheese or just use shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack. Enjoy!
Jalapeno Popper Spread
slightly adapted from allrecipes.com
Makes enough to feed a crowd
2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup low fat mayonnaise
1 4-ounce can diced green chilies, drained
1/2 of 7.5-ounce can jalapeno peppers, drained and chopped
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese or 1 cup shredded cheddar/Monterey Jack
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In large bowl, use a handheld mixer to blend cream cheese and mayo until smooth. Stir in green chiles and jalapeno peppers.
Spread into a 9-inch pie plate. Top with Parmesan or shredded cheese. Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Jalapeno Popper Dip
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6 comments:
I'll have to try this recipe again with low fat mayo - looks delicious and I find it tastes better when preparing it in advance and then heating/baking the next day. The flavors really come together nicely with a nice kick of heat.
I am going to have to try that!
This is a cool idea! Different from all the standard dips - I'll have to add it to my list. And throw a party so I have an excuse to make it...
This looks so yummy. I'm going to make some this weekend for Hubby.
I would love to try this dip! Looks great! Have fun with that new camera!
This sounds really good. Can't wait to try!
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