Colby-Pepper Jack Cheese Dip

Colby-Pepper Jack Cheese Dip

1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened

2/3 cup sour cream

1/3 cup mayo

1 T finely chopped canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce

2 T chili powder

2 cups chopped cooked chicken (I didn't include chicken in mine)

2 cups shredded colby-Jack cheese blend

1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chilies

NOT 4 green onions, finely chopped

2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced

1/4 cup fresh cilantro

Tortilla and sweet potato chips

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Stir together first 5 ingredients in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in chicken and next 5 ingredients until blended. Spoon cheese mixture into a lightly greased

8-inch square baking dish.

Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until bubbly. Spoon into a serving bowl. Garnish with cilantro if desired. Serve with tortilla and sweet potato chips.

(Southern Living, November 2008)