3-Pepper Cheese Spread

Time1h 5min
Makes12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pkg. brick cream cheese, (8 oz.), softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses
  • 2 Tbsp. jalapeño peppers, drained chopped canned
  • 1 tsp. crushed red pepper
  • 1 tsp. hot pepper sauce
  • null RITZ Crackers

Putting it together

  1. 1.Mix all ingredients except crackers until blended.
  2. 2.Refrigerate 1 hour.
  3. 3.Serve with crackers.

Tips and Tricks

Size-Wise: Savor every bite of this tasty spread. Each 2-Tbsp. serving goes a long way on flavor.
Variation : To serve as a hot spread, heat oven to 350°F. Mix ingredients as directed; spoon into 9-inch pie plate sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 20 min. or until heated through. Serve with crackers.
Special Extra: Garnish with additional jalapeño pepper slices, and fresh cilantro or parsley leaves before serving.

Nutritional Information

Makes 12 Servings