HOT CORN DIP RECIPE

By Top Delicious Saturday 28 October 2023

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INGREDIENTS:

• 2 (15.25 ounce) cans whole kernel corn
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (at room temperature)
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1/2 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Garnishes: sliced scallions, fresh jalapeño slices, or chopped cilantro.
• To serve: carrot and celery sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Spray a 2.5-qt. casserole dish with cooking spray.
3. In a large bowl stir together corn, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup of the cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup of the pepper jack cheese, garlic powder, and chili powder until evenly combined.
4. Pour the corn mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
5. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and pepper jack cheese over the top.
6. Bake in preheated oven, uncovered, for 25-35 minutes, until the edges bubble and just start to brown.
7. Serve hot with fresh cut vegetables, tortilla chips, or crackers.

TIPS:

• For a creamier dip, use whole milk cream cheese instead of reduced-fat or fat-free cream cheese.
• To make the dip ahead of time, assemble the dip as directed but do not bake. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to serve, bake as directed.
• If you want a spicier dip, add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the corn mixture before baking.
• For a fun twist, try serving the dip with tortilla chips and your favorite Mexican toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

Enjoy! 😋😋